Memberships
For as little as $5/mo
“Preservation sparks experiences of awe and joy. It creates economic opportunity and builds community. What the American people most need now are places to meet, places that facilitate sustained and robust connection - and connecting people is the superpower of preservation.”
— Carol Quillen, past CEO of the National Trust for Historic Preservation
Why become a member of Preserve Chattanooga?
Preserve Chattanooga’s work is made possible by people who believe our city’s past deserves a future. When you become a Founding Member, you join a community that supports:
Advocacy for historic places.
Community preservation initiatives.
Education and storytelling that connects people to Chattanooga’s history.
Learning opportunities through workshops, tours and lectures.
Protection of significant historic structures with preservation easements.
Events that connect preservationists for networking, support, and empowerment.
Local, professional preservation expertise with statewide and national connections.
Thank you to our Founding Members. Your support amplifies our impact.
Community Members
$50/year
(or $5/mo)
Advocate
(Individual)
By becoming a member, you join a community dedicated to advocating for the history and culture of our city.
Benefits:
Advocacy alerts
Recognition in annual report & website
Preserve Chattanooga sticker
Invitations to member-specific events
$100/year
(or $9/mo)
Steward
(Individual/Household)
Steward memberships are for one or two adults all residing in a single household. By becoming a member, you join a community dedicated to stewarding the history and culture of our city.
Benefits:
All Advocate member benefits
Early access to ticket registration for events
Society Members
$500/year
(or $42/mo)
Walnut Street Bridge Society
The Walnut Street Bridge Society giving level honors the preservation of the Walnut Street Bridge, the organization’s earliest achievement.
Benefits:
All Steward member benefits
Invitation to annual appreciation gathering
Exclusive Preserve Chattanooga branded gift
$1,000/year
(or $84/mo)
Cornerstones Society
The Cornerstones Society giving level reflects the evolution of the organization’s name.
Benefits:
All Walnut St. Bridge Society member benefits
Members-only discounts on Preserve Chattanooga merchandise
$2,500/year
(or $209/mo)
Landmarks Society
The Landmarks Society giving level honors the evolution of the organization’s name.
Benefits:
All Cornerstones Society member benefits
Private architectural walking tour
2 free tickets to Best Barrels or Best Cellars
$5,000/year
(or $417/mo)
1839 Society
The 1839 Society giving level honors the year Chattanooga was founded.
Benefits:
All Cornerstones Society member benefits
Private architectural walking tour
4 free tickets to Best Barrels or Best Cellars
$10,000/year
(or $834/mo)
R.H. Hunt Circle
The R.H. Hunt Circle giving level is named for the architect who shaped Chattanooga more profoundly than any other.
Benefits:
All Cornerstones Society member benefits
6 free tickets to Best Barrels or Best Cellars
Private wine reception in a historic venue for up to 8 guests