Fundraising
Celebrating Clearwater
Celebrating Clearwater is a five- year capital campaign to raise $6.9 million to revive the South Ward Campus to become the Clearwater Historical Society Museum and Cultural Center.
Imagine June 15, 2024, CHS is celebrating its 5th Anniversary. The restored buildings and acreage are drawing record numbers of visitors eager to discover the unique history of Clearwater and the County Seat of Pinellas County. The five acres are bursting with activity, events and learning opportunities as the campus has become the largest museum in northern Pinellas County.
Permanent and travelling exhibitions, programs for adults and children, research facilities for scholars, students and visitors, and signature historic and entertaining events are ongoing.
The cultural center welcomes members, guests and the greater community as a state of the art meeting, conference and event venue. The expansive and landscaped park hosts outside event space for the museum and community events. Abundant parking offers visitors accessible spaces for cars, RV’s, buses and deliveries. It has become a destination worthy of its history, people and community.
The Settler Program
First Came Pioneers, Then Came Settlers
In 2019, we welcomed the first donors to invest in the museum & Cultural Center at a major level. It was a big step for many to give more than ever before. Some had been members for years; others were honored by their families as a perpetual memorial. They will forever be know as Pioneers and are followed by Settlers; folks who saw their great examples and followed their lead to invest in the future of Clearwater. We invite you to become an annual Settler and partner with our Pioneers in the Clearwater Historical Society’s mission.
- Recognized annually at CHS Birthday Party Celebration
- Invitation to the annual Settler reception
- Invitations to exhibit opening receptions & behind-the-scenes tours with the Museum Committee
- 25% off Event Center rentals
- Public acknowledgement as a Settler at Society events, and on programs, newsletters, website and social media.
- Reserved VIP parking
