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Explore Our Memberships

Become a member of the Shockoe Institute Community and enjoy discounts and early access.

Friend

$50/year

  • Exclusive early registration for virtual events

  • Shockoe Institute branded merchandise

Supporter

$250/year

All Friend-level benefits, plus:

  • Exclusive early registration for community events

  • Discounted admission to historian-led guided tours

Patron

$500/year

All Supporter-level benefits, plus:

  • Exclusive early registration to Shockoe Institute Presents Events

  • Recognition in our newsletter

Leadership Circle

$1,000/year

All Patron-level benefits, plus:

  • Exclusive early invitation to Shockoe Institute musical events

  • One curated, bespoke expert tour for groups of up to 5 of Expanding Freedom.

Founding Member

$10,000/year

All Leadership Circle benefits, plus:

  • One curated, bespoke expert tours for groups of up to 15 of Expanding Freedom

  • Site-based Recognition

  • Recognition Dinner

Your Questions, Answered

If you have questions about making a gift through your DAF or a stock donation, please contact Shockoe Institute Head of Advancement, Debby Goldberg at dgoldberg@shockoeinstitute.org

If you are interested in corporate membership, please contact Shockoe Institute President & CEO, Marland Buckner at mbuckner@shockoeinstitute.org

  • Membership typically includes access to our full library of digital content—videos, courses, resources, and any new material we release while you're subscribed.

  • Definitely. You can switch plans, upgrade, or make changes to your membership anytime.

  • Yes! We’re always expanding the library with fresh content, tools, and updates to keep your learning and inspiration going strong.

  • Memberships are flexible and can be canceled at any time from your account. You’ll retain access through the end of your current billing cycle.