Membership & Donations
CIRCUS WORLD RELIES ON YOU!
Let’s keep the artform and timeless traditions of the American circus alive. Your donation or membership helps acquire new treasures, maintain the vast archives of materials, and improve how our treasures are shared with folks today and in the future. For even more hands-on impact, become a volunteer or apply today to join our team! We really appreciate your willingness to make an impact on the preservation of circus heritage!
Your Pastport to the Past
It’s time for a history making summer road trip!
Take advantage of your free admission to the Wisconsin Historical Society’s sites and museums with your 2024 Member Pastport, an exciting program for members only.
Collect stamps at each stop to earn store discounts and a free Family+ membership!
Bring your digital or physical membership card along on your first visit to get your Pastport and start your journey.
Not a member? Join today to get in on the fun.
Rewards
3 stamps
$5 off
one purchase in museum stores.
6 stamps
Exclusive Pastport tote bag
10 stamps
One year Family+ membership
“This was truly a trip of a lifetime. And I don’t say that lightly. I learned so much, got to cross so many places off of my Wisconsin bucket list, and made some great memories with my sister.”
— Julia of @ThatWisconsinCouple
- Pastports are not available for pick up at Reed School or First Capitol
- Guests must visit sites during operating hours in order to obtain a valid stamp
- Only 1 stamp from each site counts towards rewards totals
- Pastports are not stamped at Reed School or First Capitol a selfie with Pastport acts as stamp.
- To redeem your free membership, speak with guest services at your nearest site, call the membership office at 888-748-7479 or email membership
@wisconsinhistory.org - Discounts only applicable on store merchandise (not applicable for admissions, memberships, gift certificates, rentals, food sales, or on rides)
- Limit one pastport per household
- Limit one tote bag reward per household
- Discount has no cash value
- The value of returned goods purchased with a discount from this program will only have a return value of the goods’ retail value less the discount amount
- Discount available for in-store use only (not applicable online)
- The Society reserves the right to modify or cancel this incentive/program at any time at its sole discretion
- Promotion available while supplies last
- Pastport expires 12/31/2024
BECOME A MEMBER TODAY
Becoming a member is the best way to explore Wisconsin history. Members receive free admission at our 11 historic sites and museums, reciprocal benefits at museums across the country, invitations to exclusive member events, and a 10% discount in museum stores and at shop.wisconsinhistory.org. Membership also includes a subscription to our quarterly Wisconsin Magazine of History, filled with fascinating stories of the people, places, and events that have shaped our state. Join today to start your adventure!
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
Free admission to our historic sites & museums
Subscription to the Wisconsin Magazine of History
Invitations to exclusive member events
Reciprocal Membership at 1,000+ organizations
Discounts on Shopping & Special Events
DONATE TO CIRCUS WORLD TODAY!
How your donation helps
Your donation to Circus World will go directly to Circus World and help support our mission to collect, preserve, and share sawdust stories with the world.
History is a precious resource providing a lens through which we can better understand the present and make decisions that affect the future.
Your support helps sustain the work that keeps our past alive –documenting history as it happens, protecting our collections and stories for the next generation, and providing opportunities for people to connect to the past in a meaningful way. Please consider a donation today to help fund this important work.
VOLUNTEER OR WORK WITH US
Be part of something spectacular!
Circus World strives to make every visit exciting and memorable, but it would be so much better with your help. Join our team by volunteering your time or becoming an employee and you’ll uphold Wisconsin’s deep connection to America’s circus legacy. Circus World is the keeper of a million spectacular stories, many with deep roots in Wisconsin. Join the circus and help bring these vibrant stories to life for children of all ages.
