Become a Member or Renew with The New Castle Historical Society 

The New Castle Historical Society is the only community organization that has the mission to save New Castle’s history and to share it with present and future generations. As a member of the Society, you’ll join a group of enthusiastic people that enjoy discovering New Castle’s past, preserving our heritage and sharing our history with others through a variety of museums, programs and events. 

In addition to helping support our work of preserving New Castle historic buildings, artifacts, photos, and documents, as a member you’ll enjoy  

• Unlimited free admission to the Amstel House, Dutch House and Old Library Museum
• Free admission for four guests per membership per year to the Amstel and Dutch Houses
• 10% discount on purchases in our museum store at the Arsenal
• Invitations to the annual garden party, exhibit openings and other Society programs
• Reduced or free admission to certain Society events, including lectures and special exhibits
• Automatic enrollment in the nationwide Time Travelers program with more than 300 institutions in 40 states
• The Society's newsletter, Tidings

In addition to the above benefits...

• Individual and Household members receive $50 off event rentals in the Arsenal
• Business members receive $100 off event rentals, one complimentary Household membership in the Society to give as a gift, and a link from our website to your business website for one year.
• Patron members receive $100 off event rentals and two complimentary Household memberships in the Society to give as gifts
• 1651 Benefactors receive $100 off event rentals, two complimentary Household memberships in the Society to give as gifts, and invitations to special programs designed exclusively for 1651 Benefactors.

For additional information about our annual membership options, and to join the New Castle Historical Society now, just click below!