Become a Member

Family looking at kiosk in History Center

When you become a member of the Indiana Historical Society, you join the thousands of people who are supporting our efforts to preserve, protect and share our rich Hoosier heritage. Below are the most popular membership levels. *

*Save money and save a tree – IHS members receive $15 off these levels by electing digital-only access to IHS publications. Click below for the digital-only access options.

Individual with digital-only access

Sustaining with digital-only access

Sustaining Plus with digital-only access

Additionally, all membership levels include:

• Discounted or free admission to select IHS programs, events and trips.
• Invitations to member-only events.
• Reduced pricing for copies and photo orders through the William H. Smith Memorial Library.
• One free hour of research by a library staff member. Email your request and member number to reference@indianahistory.org.
• Special discount offers at other Indiana cultural institutions – including discounted membership opportunities.
• Membership benefits at more than 270 organizations and museums nationwide through the national Time Travelers program.

Click here to see additional membership level options.

You can also add a Smithsonian Affiliate membership for a special introductory rate of $30. This includes a yearly subscription to Smithsonian magazine, reciprocal admission/discount benefits at participating Smithsonian Affiliates, and more.

*Indiana Historical Society offers a variety of membership levels for organizations and companies. Contact Kimberly Rohl, Director, Member Stewardship and Engagement, at (317) 233-5658.