Membership

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Any individuals with a passion for local history are warmly welcome to join us. We also highly encourage our current and past members to re-establish connections with us.

Membership benefits

By becoming a member of the historical society, you will contribute to our efforts in promoting the recognition of our rich cultural heritage, initiating historical research, and safeguarding a remarkable collection of objects, photographs, memorabilia, documents, and recorded history from Williamstown, Newport, and Spotswood.


As a valued member, you will have the privilege of:

  • Receiving our informative newsletter regularly (bi-monthly)
  • Access to our extensive archives, to conduct your own research
  • Receiving a discounted members rate for any research undertaken for you
  • Take part in our regular events featuring guest speakers who share their knowledge on various topics related to local history.


History presentations are held bi-monthly on the fourth Thursday of the month during January, March, May, July, September and November. See our news and events for the latest details.

Membership fees 2023/24

Annual membership fees

Single membership  $20.00

Family membership $30.00

(2 adults & children residing at the same address)


Annual memberships are due on 1st July each year and can be paid by direct deposit or cheque.


Please join or renew your membership by completing the registration form.


Membership Form

Volunteers

The Williamstown Historical Society is managed by a dedicated group of volunteers who bring diverse interests, skills, and responsibilities to the table. These range from conducting research, organizing and cataloging donations, handling office tasks, raising funds, promoting our cause, and coordinating events. If you possess a specific skill set or want to learn a new one, and have a desire to contribute, we would love to hear from you.


Our research volunteers play a vital role in fulfilling public research inquiries, organizing newly acquired donations, maintaining office operations, entering data, scanning files, and ensuring the preservation of our extensive collection, among other responsibilities.


We warmly welcome the addition of new volunteers, and your valuable assistance will be greatly appreciated.


Register your interest

Benefits of volunteering

  • Knowing you are making a valuable contribution to a community-operated not-for-profit and a living part of our history.
  • Provides regular social interaction/connections with like-minded individuals in today's society when many people feel isolated and lonely
  • Learn new skills or hone your existing ones in a supportive environment


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