Donations
Your Support Makes A Difference
Your contribution ensures we can continue our mission to preserve our history and educate future generations.
How Your Donation Helps
- Vehicle Restoration
- Collections Care
- Educational Programs
- Exhibitions
- Special Events
- Maintenance and Operations
Ways to Donate
Direct Donation
Make a gift of any amount and direct your donation towards one of the Museum’s important initiatives in support of our mission.
P-47 Thunderbolt Pledge
Fund Hoosier Spirit II to preserve this historical artifact as a testament to the city of Evansville and the men and women who built them.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Fulfill community engagement priorities; preserve and explore the past; develop our future workforce; have fun and enjoy brand exposure. Become an Evansville Wartime Museum sponsor today!
Planned Giving
Fund the future by including the Evansville Wartime Museum in your estate planning to help continue important work now and for generations to come.
Stock Gifts
Support the Museum’s mission through gifts of stock, securities, or donor advised funds.
Artifact or Vehicle Donation
From uniforms, tools, diaries, souvenirs, documents, letters, and weapons, we collect various items from historical moments in the past. Interested in donating an item? Please fill out the form by clicking the link below, and our Curator will be happy to help.
Annual Reports
It is important for our donors to know exactly where their support is going. View our reports and financials to better understand what your donations mean to the Museum and our initiatives.
FAQs
Is this donation tax deductible?
Yes. The Evansville Wartime Museum is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We’ll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.
May I mail in my donation?
Yes. If you would like to mail in a donation, please mail to:
Evansville Wartime Museum
PO Box 6510
Evansville, IN, 47719-6510
Will I receive a receipt?
A donation receipt will be sent to you at the email address you provide on this form. Please be sure to keep a copy of your receipt for tax purposes. If you select a recurring donation, you will be sent an individual receipt each month when your donation is processed.
Can I make a gift through a donor advised fund?
If you choose to support the Museum through a donor-advised fund, please understand that you will not receive goods or services in exchange for your contribution. Please consult your fund advisor with any questions.
How may I donate artifacts to the Museum’s collection?
If you are interested in donating artifacts to the Museum’s historic collection, please contact us here.
Hours
April – September
Mon, Fri & Sat – 9:00AM to 4:00PM CST
Thu & Sun – 12:00PM to 4:00PM CST
October – March
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun – 12:00PM to 4:00PM CST
Last admission to the museum is at 3:30PM CST
Admissions
Special Events - Pricing will vary.
General Admission - $11.00
Youth (6-17) - $8.00
Children (0-5) - Free
Seniors (65+) - $8.00
Active Duty Military, Veterans, First Responders - $8.00