Preserve Waynesboro’s History

For over 60 years, the Waynesboro Historical Society has safeguarded the landmarks, stories, and artifacts that define our community. Now we’re inviting you to be part of our Endowment and Preservation Campaign — an effort to secure our future while funding vital projects today.

Support the Society and make a gift today

Your impact

Every donation is split equally:

  • 50% strengthens our permanent endowment for long-term stability

  • 50% funds current preservation work

Current priorities

  • Restore Welty Bridge (needs $60,000+)

  • Preserve historic artifacts and documents

  • Create engaging exhibits

  • Upkeep at Harbaugh Church

  • Improvements at the Oller House

  • Build reserves for future acquisitions

Donor Recognition Levels

Friends of History
Up to $499 // Recognition on our Endowment and Preservation Donor Webpage, and a quarterly newsletter offered via email or hardcopy.

Friends of the Society
$500 – $999 // 1 year membership, plus Friends of History benefits.

Community Steward
$1,000 – $4,999 // Recognition in our Annual Membership Drive Email/Letter for 4 years, plus Friends of Society benefits.

Preservation Partner
$5,000 – $9,999 // Special recognition on our main website (clickable link on your logo if you are a business), plus Community Steward benefits.

Heritage Society
$10,000 – $24,999 // Name or Company logo on the Donor Board, plus Preservation Partner benefits.

Legacy Circle
$25,000+ // Recognition on the Endowment and Preservation Founders Plaque, name listed in all campaign materials, and Heritage Society benefits.

Together, we can preserve the past and strengthen the future.

Today, we invite you to be part of our next chapter by supporting the Waynesboro Historical Society Endowment and Preservation Campaign — a special opportunity to make a lasting impact on our mission as a non-profit 501(c)(3) (EIN: 25-6076439).