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We Keep Blakesburg’s Story Alive
In a world full of modern distractions, museums stand as guardians of our shared heritage by preserving the stories, places, and artifacts that define a community’s cultural identity. BHPS plays a pivotal role in educating, inspiring, and connecting people to our community. Thanks to the generosity of donors and supporters, we keep Blakesburg’s story alive.
Your donation helps us care for this community’s past — restoring historic structures, preserving cherished artifacts, and sharing our heritage through exhibits, events, and education. Each contribution, no matter the size, makes a real difference in those efforts.
Your donation at work!
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Preserving Our Past
From old photographs and documents to keepsakes and artifacts, each item in our collection holds a piece of this community’s story. These treasures connect us to the people and moments that shaped our town.
Your donation helps us protect and preserve these irreplaceable pieces of history — ensuring they’re carefully cared for, displayed, and shared with future generations who will continue to learn from them.
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Caring for our Historic Sites
Every historic building tells a story — of the people who built it, the moments it witnessed, and the community it helped shape. BHPS works tirelessly to preserve these places so they can continue to inspire and connect us.
Your donation helps maintain and restore Blakesburg’s treasured landmarks, keeping them strong and beautiful and open for everyone to experience. Together, we can ensure these living pieces of our history remain a proud part of our community for generations to come.
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Supporting Education & Community Outreach
History comes alive when it’s shared. Through programs, exhibits, and community events, BHPS helps people discover the stories that make up our collective heritage.
Your donation allows us to offer meaningful experiences that educate, inspire, and bring neighbors together — keeping local history not only remembered, but celebrated.
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Expanding Digital Access
Every photograph, document, and artifact holds a story worth sharing. With your support, we can bring those stories to life online — making Blakesburg’s history accessible to everyone, everywhere.
Your donation helps us digitize fragile materials - preserving them for the future while opening the door for students, family, researchers, and history lovers near and far to explore our shared heritage. Together, we can ensure Blakesburg’s past is never out of reach.
4 Ways to Give
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One Time / Recurring Gift
Become a valued member of our ongoing supporter community by providing steady support that allows BHPS to plan for the future. Gifts of all size make a difference for our organization.
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Honor or Memorial Gifts
Celebrate the life of someone special by donating in their honor. You’ll keep their memory alive through the history they loved and ensure their legacy lives on. Contact us to get started.
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Corporate Partnerships
Businesses can leave a lasting impact through sponsorships, matching gifts, or special projects that strengthen our mission and community. Contact us directly to discuss upcoming opportunities and needs.
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Planned Giving
By including the Blakesburg Historical Preservation Society (BHPS) in your long-term financial or estate plans, you ensure that our stories, landmarks, and community history & traditions continue to thrive well into the future.
Take your support to the next level - become a FRIEND today!
Supporting BHPS through donations and planned giving is an easy way to ensure our history endures for generations to come. When you become a FRIEND of BHPS, you join a passionate circle of supporters who make it possible for us to preserve, teach, and celebrate local history. Becoming a FRIEND directly fuels our educational programs, exhibits, and preservation projects . You’ll receive exclusive offers, invitations to events, a merchandise discount, and our annual newsletter, printed and delivered to your mailbox, for your reading enjoyment.
Our FRIENDS are more than donors, they are our champions. They are the driving force behind everything we do. They’re the ones who believe in the power of history to inspire and unite. FRIENDS don’t just donate — they belong. They share our vision, lend their voices, and help turn possibilities into accomplishments. When you become a FRIEND, you’re not just supporting preservation — you’re helping keep the heart of our community alive.