Let’s Build a Shared Future — Grounded in Somerville’s History, and Shaped by Creativity, Collaboration and Care
Give
The Somerville Museum is a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization supported by membership, admission, donations, and grants.
Be part of a dedicated community sustaining local arts, culture, and storytelling in Somerville. Monthly gifts provide the reliable foundation that keeps our doors open, our exhibitions thriving, and our programs accessible to all. Small gifts add up to big impact when we plan for the future together. Ongoing community support ensures that everyone’s history has a home here.
Please consider a joining our Good Neighbors Monthly Giving Program, Sponsoring an Exhibition, Making a One-Time Gift, or Contributing to Our Endowments.
Please note that these are donations that go towards the general operating budget which supports, programming, staffing, and overhead. But, this is NOT considered a membership. If you would like to become a member, please visit our membership page.
Sponsorships
Are you a business or local organization looking for an opportunity to support the museum with the added benefit of promotion? We offer several levels of sponsorship with different benefits.
Current sponsorship opportunities include
Exhibitions ($500 -$5,000)
Revolutionary Line Trolley Tour ($500-$1,500)
Hands-on Learning and Family Programs ($5,000-$25,000)
We are open to your ideas!
Contact stephanie@somervillemuseum.org to discuss sponsorship opportunities.
Thomas Battinelli Endowment Fund
Thomas Battinelli, the husband of Evelyn Battinelli, Executive Director of the Museum, was a beloved member and volunteer. For years, Tom and Evelyn worked hard to keep the doors open to the public. Setting up chairs for lectures and music events, staying late to close up, and promoting the Museum endlessly. Without Tom’s hard work the Museum would not be what it is today. Please consider donating to this fund to keep his memory alive and help the Museum strive. Donations are accepted with the link below, cash and checks. Checks can be made out to the Somerville Museum, Thomas Battinelli Endowment Fund, One Westwood Road, Somerville MA, 02143.
Pisa Family Endowment Fund
Long-time Museum member and mother of Regina Pisa, Trustee and President Emeritus, passed away on July 14th. Josephine was a beloved member of the community and will be sorely missed. The Pisa Family Endowment Fund has been set up in her honor. Please consider donating to this fund in lieu of sending flowers.
