Join the Dana-Thomas House Foundation
 Join the Dana-Thomas House Foundation today and help support this house that Frank Lloyd Wright designed. Your membership in the Foundation assures the continuation of programming and vital support services for a Springfield favorite and an internationally acclaimed architectural treasure.
The Dana-Thomas House Foundation was incorporated in 1983 as a not-for-profit corporation to support the Dana-Thomas House Historic Site, operated by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency. The Foundation exists to preserve and protect the Dana-Thomas House and to promote citizen awareness of the architectural significance of Frank Lloyd Wright. With your support, the Foundation is able to achieve these goals through the development and delivery of educational programs and special events.
Memberships are renewable annually. Contributions are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Membership Privileges:
- Invitation to special events
- Complimentary tickets to tour the House
- 10% discount on items in Sumac Shop
- Discounts on admission fees for programs and trips
- Advance notification of activities regarding the Dana-Thomas House
- Subscription to Foundation newsletter, "Wright in Springfield"
- Volunteer opportunities
- Access to Foundation library, containing hard-to-find special editions about Wright's work
- Information network to other Frank Lloyd Wright organizations and Wright-designed sites
- Sharing in the preservation of a National Historic Landmark and the lore of Frank Lloyd Wright
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A variety of Foundation memberships are available:
- Leadership Circle ($1000)
- Patron ($500)
- Sponsor ($250)
- Donor ($75-$125)
- Contributor ($50)
- Supporter ($35)
- Student ( $25)
A membership application for you to print and mail:
Download the Dana-Thomas House Membership Application (PDF, 14KB)
Contact the Dana-Thomas House Foundation
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Events for 2010
February 12, Lincoln's Birthday, site closed
February 14, Valentine's Day Events 1-4PM
March 20 & 21, ongoing, Suffragette Program – Free
April 24 & 25, ongoing, Theosophy Meeting – Free
May 1, 6-9 PM, Early 20th Century Dance Music Program, $5 admission at the door, Includes refreshments and dance lessons, Music by the UIS Chamber Orchestra
June 6, 1-3 PM, Ice Cream Social Celebrating Frank Lloyd Wright’s Birthday
July 24, 6-9 PM, Jazz in Bloom, Cocktail Party and Silent Auction, Advance Reservations and Admission
August 7 & 8, 10 AM, 1 PM & 3 PM, Historic Funeral Reenactment
September 19, 1-3 PM, Mother & Daughter Tea, Advance Reservations and Admission
October 29 & 30, Ghost Walk, $5 admission at the door
December 1, First Day House is fully decorated for holidays.
December 3, Foundation Membership Reception 5:30-7:30 PM (Admission fee & advance reservations required) 217.788.9452
December 18, Family Night, $1 suggested donation for everyone, 4-8 PM
December 19, Luminaria Sunday 4-8 PM
December 30, Children’s Story Hour Day, 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM, (Reservations required for Story Hour 217.782-6776), Holidays tours of the site available all day)
For Group Reservations during the month of December, please call 217.782.6773
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