I am the new Director at a small county history museum. We do not charge admission to our Museum. We're beginning to look at revamping our Membership Program, as the numbers have gone down consistently over the last five years. I would love to hear from institutions that are free to all and have a successful membership program. What perks does your program offer? What do you entice people with without the 'free admission for a year' hook that is so standard for memberships?

Thanks in advance for any advice you can offer!

Jessica Hougen
Director/Curator
Community Memorial Museum of Sutter County

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