The City of Raleigh Museum depends on the support of the community through annual memberships. One hundred percent of your membership goes towards museum programs and exhibitions. Through your generosity, we can continue our role as the only organization committed to the collection, preservation, and interpretation of Raleigh’s past, present, and future.
The Friends supports the mission of the museum through fundraising and other initiatives. It is a 501c(3) organization that previously served as the board for the museum when it operated as a non-profit entity.
Becoming a member of the Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum means investing in the preservation, storytelling, and celebration of Raleigh’s unique history. Your support ensures that the museum can continue to offer engaging exhibits, educational programs, and community events that connect our city’s past to its evolving future. Members are not just supporters—they’re stewards of Raleigh’s legacy.
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Corporate sponsors help build community pride, promote community engagement and strengthen cultural education,to ensure that Raleigh’s history continues to inspire, unite, and empower the people who call this City home.
Your sponsorship directly helps fund exhibitions, educational programs, and public events that make local history accessible to residents, students, and visitors of all ages. It is investing in connection, belonging, and pride in Raleigh’s shared history—helping create a place where the community can come together to understand where we’ve been and imagine where we’re going. Your support ensures that the museum remains a vibrant space where the stories of Raleigh’s past and present can be explored, celebrated, and passed onto future generations.