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Members are at the heart of the DC History Center. Support from our community allows us to tell local stories in new and exciting ways, connecting with people across the city from our homebase at the Carnegie Library. We warmly invite you to join us as we delve into DC’s past. Read Washington History magazine, explore with us on exclusive member tours, and connect with fellow members who love this city as much as you do!

Membership Tiers and Benefits

* Subject to scheduling availability

Important tax information
The DC History Center is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization [FEIN: 53-0238800]. The annual value of Washington History is $50, and membership contributions in excess of that sum are tax-deductible.

Questions? Contact membership@dchistory.org

Gift a Membership

Give the gift of DC history by buying your friends and family a membership with the DC History Center.

teacher membership

Education is at the core of our mission, and we are pleased to offer free, year-long memberships to K-12 teachers and librarians in DC, Maryland, and Virginia schools.