Generations of donors have brought the Wenham Museum to where it is today. In a rapidly changing world, Wenham Museum matters more than ever as a place where history, family, and community come together on the North Shore. Your gifts power our impact and ensure that stories from the past inspire generations to come.

For Individuals

Each year, individuals provide the foundation for our work. Learn how you can support our mission, the different ways you can give, and the benefits of being a Wenham Museum donor. 

GIVE ONLINE
Donating to the Wenham Museum online is fast, easy, and secure. Make your tax-deductible gift at:
wenhammuseum.org/donate 

BY  MAIL
Checks may be mailed to:
Wenham Museum
132 Main Street
Wenham, MA 01984 

IN HONOR OR MEMORY
Celebrate a wedding, anniversary, birthday, or retirement—or remember a loved one—with an enduring tribute gift. 

STOCKS OR SECURITIES
Donating appreciated securities is a tax-smart way to support the Wenham Museum. Please contact our Development Team for transfer instructions. 

DONOR ADVISED FUND (DAF)
To recommend a grant through your donor advised fund, contact your fund’s financial institution directly

Please note: Contributions made from a DAF are not eligible to receive benefits that would reduce the tax-deductibility of your gift. 

IRA DISTRIBUTION
If you are 70½ or older, you can make a tax-free gift of up to $100,000 directly from your IRA to the Wenham Museum. To start your IRA gift, contact your financial advisor and notify our Development Team. 

Please note: Contributions made as a Qualified Charitable Distribution are not eligible to receive benefits that would reduce the tax-deductibility of your gift. 

EMPLOYER MATCHING GIFTS
Double your impact! Many employers match employee contributions. Check with your HR department to see if your employer will match your donation to the Wenham Museum. 

Tip: Find us on the Benevity platform for corporate matching!

For Companies

Partnering with the Wenham Museum is a powerful way to demonstrate your business values and invest in our community. Opportunities include: 

• Corporate sponsorships of exhibitions and events 

• Community partnerships to support education and access 

• Corporate memberships for your employees (Coming soon!) 

Planned Giving

Including the Wenham Museum in your estate plans helps ensure that the museum continues inspiring curiosity and connection for generations to come. Learn more about charitable bequests, beneficiary designations, and life-income gifts by contacting our Development Team. 

Endowment Giving

The Wenham Museum’s endowment provides lasting support for exhibitions, collections, and programs. Gifts to the endowment create a legacy of stability and impact. 

In-Kind Giving

Donations of goods and services—from event supplies to archival materials—help the Wenham Museum conserve resources and support operations. Please contact us to discuss current needs. 

Learn More

If you have any questions about making a gift, please contact the Development Team by calling (978) 468-2377 or via email at info@wenhammuseum.org.