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Your involvement makes a difference.
“The events of today will be a part of history tomorrow.”
Donate your Treasures
We welcome you to visit our Museum on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the following or you are welcome to schedule an appointment for:
Memorabilia donations
Yard sale drop-offs
To make an appointment, please call us at 610-966-6591.
The Emmaus Historical Society collects objects, photographs, documents of all kinds, book and genealogical materials - anything that tell the story of Emmaus and its people.
Much of our collection has come from people who value the Emmaus Historical Society & Museum as a secure and trustworthy repository for their historical treasures and know that in helping provide a piece of Emmaus” history, they are making the story richer and more complete for generations to come.
Make Emmaus history a part of your life. Play a role in the preservation of Emmaus or Emmaus resources for enjoyment for yourself, your children and for the children of tomorrow.
Our Collections Committee is happy to accept anything and everything Emmaus related. Whether it was made, purchased, used or found in Emmaus, it is part of our history and worthy of preservation. We have buttons and bows, as well as furniture and a cast iron stove, and everything in between. Bibles, books, newspapers, photos and framed pieces are also part of our vast collection.
If you have items to donate, please complete the Deed of Gift Form and bring your donation(s) to the Museum or call the office at 610.966.6591 to make arrangements.
Become a Member
Click on Become A Member above to complete an online membership form and pay via PayPal or credit card. If you would rather pay via check or cash, please print and return this form along with payment to the Historical Society at 218 Main Street in Emmaus, Pennsylvania. Please make all checks payable to Emmaus Historical Society.
Would you like to help us grow our membership and share your passion for the history of the borough with a relative or friend? Please participate in our “member get a member” campaign and refer them to this website or give a gift membership. Gift Memberships are available any time of the year.
The cost of Membership is as follows:
Individual - $15.00/ year
Individual Life - $200.00
Family (two votes) - $25.00/ year
Family Life (two votes) - $350.00
Junior Membership - $3.00 (no vote)
Business - $40.00/ year
Business Life - $300.00 (one vote)
Charitable / Civic Organization - $25.00
Charitable / Civic Organization Life - $100.00 (one vote)
Make a Donation
Capital or General Fund donations are always welcome. Capital Fund contributions fund those major projects that are necessary to maintain and preserve our beautiful building and property, also including our mortgage.
Contributions to the General Fund support our operating expenses, programs and special events.
Emmaus Historical Society memberships also fund these same expenses but do not cover them in their entirety.
To donate money, please click the button below to complete an online donor form and pay via PayPal or credit card. If you would prefer to pay via check or cash, please print and return the Monetary Contribution Form along with payment to the Emmaus Historical Society at 218 Main Street in Emmaus, Pennsylvania. Please make all checks payable to Emmaus Historical Society.
Matching Gift Program
Check with your employer! Many offer Matching Gift Programs to employees and retirees.
Emmaus Historical Society is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and your contribution may qualify as a charitable deduction for federal income tax purposes. The official registration and financial information of the Emmaus Historical Society may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1.800.732.0999.
Registration does not imply endorsement.
Become a Volunteer
The Emmaus Historical Society is an all-volunteer organization. All that we do, and have done, since our founding in 1992, is accomplished by our volunteers. We are always looking for additional volunteers to assist us with the many tasks of running the Emmaus Historical Society.
Consider volunteering with us in what you may love to do. We have needs from time to time on the Board of Directors and also on any of the following committees: Membership, Programs, Finance, Fundraising, Publicity/PR, Website, Newsletter, Historical & Research, Museum, Hospitality, Buildings & Grounds, and Special Events. Please visit this page to view our specific needs right now.
Please contact us to join us as a volunteer.