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It is About Preserving Buildings—and Much More

Maybe you walk past the Heritage House and wonder about its story. Perhaps you have visited, and the experience moved you. You might be descended from the families who built Elizabethtown, or you simply believe that history matters—that preserving the past strengthens our community and helps us understand who we are.

Whatever brought you here, you are thinking about making a gift. You want your donation to count. You want to know it is making a real difference.

Your support does exactly that. Every dollar goes directly to preserving Winters Heritage House Museum’s buildings and sharing Elizabethtown’s rich history with everyone who walks through our doors.

What Your Donation Will Fund

When you give, your gift preserves:

  • Historic buildings — Maintaining and restoring the structures that tell our story
  • Collections and archives — Protecting documents, photographs, and artifacts for future generations
  • Educational programs — Making history accessible through events, tours, and research opportunities
  • Community engagement — Supporting programs that bring neighbors together and strengthen local pride

Every donation, no matter the size, contributes to keeping Elizabethtown’s heritage alive.

How to Donate

Choose the method that works best for you.

Donate Online

The easiest way to give. Use your credit card, debit card, or PayPal account.

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Donate by Mail

Send a check made out to Elizabethtown Preservation Associates and mail to:

Elizabethtown Preservation Associates / Winters Heritage House Museum
P.O. Box 14
Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Include a note if you would like us to know that the donation is in honor of or in memory of someone special.

Donate in Person

Stop by the museum and give a gift directly to staff or volunteers.

Winters Heritage House Museum
47 E. High St
Elizabethtown, PA 17022

Hours: Wednesday 11 am – 3 pm; Thursday-Friday 10 am – 3 pm

Call if you would like to arrange a time to meet.

Tax Information

Winters Heritage House Museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Tax ID: 25-1514893

Please consult with your tax professional about the deductibility of your contribution.

Questions About Your Gift?

We are grateful for your support. If you have questions about donating or want to discuss a larger gift, please call us or contact us online.

More Ways to Support Winters Heritage House Museum

We are so grateful for your donation, but we would also like you to know that there are lots of fun ways to get involved in a more personal way:

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Join at any level and help sustain our mission.

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Sponsor the Historic Lantern Tour and get business recognition. 

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Give your time and skills.

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Express your interests, make friends, and have fun.


Community Partners

We are proud to be part of a network of heritage organizations committed to preserving history: