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Our Mission Continues Because of You
The Crested Butte Museum’s mission is to preserve, share and celebrate the history and traditions of Crested Butte and the Gunnison Valley. Through engaging educational and cultural experiences, the Museum connects people to the past, the place, and each other. With your support, time, membership and tax-deductible contributions, we can continue to fulfill our mission.
Memberships
Memberships and charitable gifts are the #1 source of direct support for the Museum.
Join a community of local history lovers connected to the Gunnison Valley!
Basic Memberships start at $50 annually for a small household.
Potbelly Stove Club
The Potbelly Stove Club constitutes the Crested Butte Museum’s leading supporters, provides crucial contributions to the museum’s collections, exhibits and education programs. Through an annual gift of $500 or more, Potbelly Stove Club contributors have increased access to the museum and the opportunity to connect with history in unique and stimulating ways.
Available Pot-Belly Stove Club Benefits
Annual Family Membership
Walking Tour Passes
A Private Tour of the Museum & Collections
Attend Exhibit Pre-Opening Receptions
Host a Private Dinner in the Museum for up to 8 attendees
Member Nights at
the Museum
Our member contributions play a crucial role in making it possible for the Crested Butte Museum to continue its mission. Hosting member events allows us to show appreciation for our supporters and provides a way to bring the community along with Museum staff and board to enjoy drinks, apps, and each other’s company while celebrating our shared love for local history.
Donate to The Crested Butte Museum
The museum relies on the generosity of donors and members to strengthen the community through programs, exhibits, and the preservation of our shared history. We are grateful for individual and collective support, a genuine example of the culture of philanthropy in the Gunnison Valley.
Ways to Support
General Operating Support
Gifts for general operating support provide fundamental support for every aspect of The Crested Butte Museum’s mission to preserve history and share stories with the community.
Give to A Specific Fund
- K – 12 Educational Programs
- Archives and Collections Care
- Historic Facility Maintenance
- Free Community Events
Planned Giving
Demonstrate community-minded values and foster a lasting commitment to The Crested Butte Museum’s mission by making a planned gift.
A bequest is a simple planned gift to make. With the help of an advisor, you can include language in your will or trust specifying a gift be made to CBM as part of your estate plan. Giving in this way can generate a charitable estate tax deduction and substantial tax savings.
There are a variety of ways to donate, such as:
- Life insurance
- 401(k) or 403(b) retirement plans
- Individual retirement accounts
- Annuities
- Living trusts
Memorial & Tribute
Make a gift to the museum in memory or honor of a friend or loved one, and share their legacy with the Crested Butte Museum community.
To make a memorial or tribute gift, include the person’s name when donating. The museum will then notify the party of family members that a gift has been made in his or her name.
All memorial or honorary gifts are directed to the Annual Fund unless otherwise instructed.
Donate Your Tax Refund to The Museum
You can donate to The Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum with your Colorado income tax return by entering our ID on the Voluntary Contributions Schedule (DR 0104CH) of your Colorado Individual Income Tax Return.
Our ID is 20043004984 to input on your DR 0104CH form. We appreciate your support.