Donations
Monetary Donations
We greatly appreciate monetary donations in any amount. The Lebanon County Historical Society Incorporated is registered as a charitable organization with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free within Pennsylvania, 800-732-0999.
Monetary donations can be made on our website by clicking here. Monetary donations can also be made in-person or over the phone during our normal operating hours, or by mailing in a check payable to the Lebanon County Historical Society.
Donations of Artifacts and Archival Material
We would be happy to correspond or talk with you about any donations you are interested in making. Please use the email addresses below or give us a call at 717-272-1473. All accepted donations must be accompanied by a Custody and Deed of Gift Form. Click the link below to view and print the form.
Artifacts (clothing, tools, etc.): email office@lchsociety.org
Archives (paper and pictures): email registrar@lchsociety.org
Please do not bring artifacts or archival material to the historical society or mail items without contacting us first. Unsolicited donations mailed or dropped off at the museum will not be accepted and the owner will be responsible for the removal of the items. All donations must be reviewed to determine appropriateness to our collection. In general, items must be related to Lebanon County history, be in good condition, and not duplicate our current holdings. We do not offer appraisals.