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How can I support the CWS?

Membership in the Center for Western Studies helps support various programs. Programs are also supported, in part, by a Challenge Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities.

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Become a Member

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$50 Contributor
$100 Explorer
$250 Partner
$500 Scout
$1,000 Pioneer
$2,500 Ranger
$5,000 Westerner

Member Benefits

Members receive several benefits related to CWS publications and programs, as well as reciprocal membership in the Time Travelers Program.

Benefits

CWS News three times per year
Invitations to events and receptions
Two Boe Forum priority* tickets (guaranteed when reserved by CWS pre-sale deadline)
*Priority floor seating is in the center section and toward the front
10% gift shop discount
Check-out privileges in the Krause Library
Time Travelers Reciprocal Program: free/reduced admission/discounts at 300 museums/historic sites
Benefits accrue at higher membership levels
$50 Contributor: all benefits above
$100 Explorer: complimentary research assistance
$250 Partner: 20% gift shop discount
$500 Scout: behind-the-scenes tour of Fantle Building
$1,000 Pioneer: Boe Forum front reserved section
$2,500 Ranger: invitation to Boe Forum President’s Reception
$5,000 Westerner: special recognition at CWS event

Support CWS Programs or Fundraising Campaigns

Dakota Conference
Artists of the Plains Show & Sale
Digital Collections
Fine Art Purchase Fund
Internships
Art Gallery Exhibitions
Krause Research Library
Archives
Expanded Outreach

2023-24 CWS Donors & Sponsors