The Nantucket Historical Association established the C.L.W. French Society to recognize individuals who contribute to the NHA at the highest levels.
Named after Miss Caroline L.W. French of Boston, one of the earliest major donors to the NHA. Miss French was one of the benefactors of the NHA’s purchase of the Quaker Meeting House in 1894, under the condition that the association raise a reserve to purchase the Old Mill should it come on the market. By helping to secure two of the NHA’s most iconic properties, Miss French’s support is felt more than a century later.
Through this prominent giving society, the board of trustees acknowledges the generous total annual giving by our top individual donors to the NHA’s operations. C.L.W. French Society members contribute $5,000 or more annually to the annual fund, membership, fundraising events, ad well as for exhibitions, educational programs, and other special initiatives.
Qualifying donors are entitled to the following benefits:
$5,000 – $9,999
- A Family level membership
- Unlimited guest passes
- Invitations to exclusive C.L.W. French events
- VIP early entry to Exhibition Openings
- Recognition on C.L.W. French Society donor board
- C.L.W. French Society merchandise
$10,000 – $24,999
- All above benefits
- Invitation to intimate coffee and conversation with NHA directors
$25,000 – $49,999
- All above benefits
- Private tour or Decorative Arts workshop for up to 6 people, tailored to your interests
$50,000 – $99,999
- All above benefits
- 10% off an NHA event rental
$100,000 and above
- All above benefits
- Call ahead parking spot for general admission, programs, and special events
For more information about the C.L.W. French Society, please contact the Development Department at (508) 228-1894 or [email protected].
Nantucket Windmills. 1909.35.1