Ways to Give

The complex of buildings is both the property of the DeKalb Park District and the Ellwood House Association, Inc. (which runs the entire complex as a museum). The DeKalb Park District provides for building maintenance, repairs, utilities, tree care, mowing, and snow removal of Ellwood Park. The remainder of funds needed for restoration, collections, research, and museum operations must be raised from a variety of sources.

We work with individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies to support every facet of the museum. Individuals may join as a member, contribute to a special campaign, or make a general donation to the museum's greatest needs. The Ellwood Society engages individuals who have included the Ellwood House Museum in their estate plans or have established planned gifts to the museum. Corporations may support the Ellwood House in a variety of ways, such as sponsoring an event or exhibit. 

For more information contact Izabela Pieniadz, Executive Director by emailing pieniadz@ellwoodhouse.org  or calling 815-756-4609.

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Make your contribution today. Your gift helps us preserve history, inspire curiosity, and create meaningful experiences for our community. Every donation—big or small—makes a difference. Thank you for being a part of the Ellwood House Museum story!