The Struggle for Freedom exhibit will be closed for renovations beginning November 4.

Become a Member

Give yourself the gift of history. With a membership, you can explore over four miles of walking trails in Maryland’s First Capital and visit fascinating sites like Maryland Dove, Woodland Indian Hamlet, or Brick Chapel (ca. 1667). Historic St. Mary’s City offers you and your family a variety of experiences including programs, workshops, and lectures – there is always something happening at Historic St. Mary’s City! Come, “dig” history with us!

See the membership levels below.

For further information, contact ginger.newman-askew@maryland.gov or call 240-895-4920

  • Individual

    $50

    Join Us / Renew

    Benefits include:

    • Free admission to the museum for one
    • 10% discount at The Shop at Farthing’s Ordinary
    • A subscription to our quarterly newsletter “A Brief Relation”
    • Invitations to member-only events in addition to email updates of all events
  • Family

    $100

    Join Us / Renew

    Benefits include:

    • Free admission to the museum for two adults & their children under age 21
    • 10% discount at The Shop at Farthing’s Ordinary
    • A subscription to our quarterly newsletter “A Brief Relation”
    • Invitations to member-only events in addition to email updates of all events
  • Patron

    $300

    Join Us / Renew

    Benefits include:

    • Free admission to the museum for two adults & their children under age 21
    • 10% discount at The Shop at Farthing’s Ordinary
    • A subscription to our quarterly newsletter “A Brief Relation”
    • Invitations to member-only events in addition to email updates of all events
    • Two free guest passes
    • Participation in the North American Reciprocal Museum program (over 600 museums will honor your membership in full, or at reduced cost – click here for more information
  • Benefactor

    $500

    Join Us / Renew

    Benefits include: (perfect for Corporate Patrons)

    • Free admission to the museum for two adults & their children under age 21
    • Transferable Family Pass & discounted use of museum facilities
    • 10% discount at The Shop at Farthing’s Ordinary
    • A subscription to our quarterly newsletter “A Brief Relation”
    • Invitations to member-only events in addition to email updates of all events
    • Two free guest passes
    • Participation in the North American Reciprocal Museum program (over 600 museums will honor your membership in full, or at reduced cost – click here for more information
  • The 1634 Society

    $1634

    Join Us / Renew

    Benefits include:

    • From behind-the-scenes access to exclusive events and offers, The 1634 Society is truly unique.
  • Joint MCHC & HSMC Membership

    $85

    Individual Member

    $150

    Family Member

    Join Us / Renew

    Become a member of both Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) and the Maryland Center for History and Culture (MCHC).

    Benefits include:

    • Membership benefits of both HSMC and MCHC for either an Individual or Family.
    • Click here for more information.

Your membership is an invaluable gift to the support and preservation of a National Historic Landmark and of Maryland’s heritage.

To join today, contact ginger.newman-askew@maryland.gov