The House remains open during a major structural restoration. Click here to learn more.
Support
The Museum must raise funds each and every year to restore and maintain its 1832 landmark building; conserve the original collections of furniture, decorative arts, and textiles; and host public education programs for adults and schoolchildren. We need your help.
Tax-deductible cash and stock gifts — large and small — from individuals, foundations, and small businesses really do make a difference. We’d be honored to add you to our list of supporters.
How to Donate
Online Send a gift in seconds. Click on our secure PayPal donation button:
By Telephone Or, if you’d prefer not to donate online …
Call 212-777-1089
By Mail Send check or money order to:
Merchant’s House Museum
29 East Fourth Street
New York, NY 10003
Membership We also welcome your tax-deductible support as a Member.
Stock & Securities Donations and Bequests To request information about making a donation of stocks and securities, or including the Merchant’s House in your long-term financial planning, please call Executive Director Margaret Halsey Gardiner at 212-777-1089 or email pi@merchantshouse.org.
Donate Goods & Services Call 212-777-1089 for more information about making an in-kind contribution.
Cleaning House? Help Our Shop! Donate new or gently used small items for resale in the Museum’s shop and receive a tax deduction. No books, music, or clothing please.
Download and print a copy of our Gift Shop Donation Form. Attach the completed form to your donation and bring it to the Museum during open hours, Thursday through Monday, noon to 5 p.m. Or call 212-777-1089 to arrange another drop-off time.
Membership
Benefits of Membership include:
- Free admission to the Museum & Garden*
- Subscription to our email Newsletter
- Free admission to our annual 19th-century Holiday Party*
- Free or reduced admission to events*
*Family/Household and above receive benefits for two, Good Neighbor and Senior/Student, for one.
Volunteer
Your help is needed! Educate the public • Organize events & fundraisers • Conduct research • Care for the collection
Museum Shop
Online store coming soon! In the meantime, please visit our Museum Shop in person, open whenever the Museum is. We feature booklets, postcards, and fantastic vintage finds.





