Memberships help support our organization

What is HFFI?

In 1955, a group of dedicated local citizens, alarmed by the destruction of several architectural and historical landmarks in Fredericksburg, banded together to form the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation. They vowed to:

Protect the Fredericksburg area’s rich cultural heritage;
Promote awareness of, and interest in local preservation issues; and
Inform future generations about the benefits of preservation for our quality of life.

In the beginning, the Foundation identified, purchased, and stabilized endangered buildings. Though successful, the group quickly realized that preserving places required a more holistic approach and broader community support.

The Foundation established several education and outreach services to help promote public awareness of our historic resources:

The Marker Program
An Oral History series
Workshops, lectures, roundtables, and other public outreach events
Historical tours
The Annual Journal of Fredericksburg History

HFFI’s advocacy efforts include lobbying for effective and creative public policies supporting preservation, revitalization, and the appropriate use and development of Fredericksburg’s historic neighborhoods and resources. Events like HFFI’s annual Candlelight Tour of historic homes also encourage heritage tourism—a vital part of the region’s economy.

These diverse programs and services are made possible through the support of our members. We invite you to join us in this important mission.

Why Join HFFI?

As a member of the Foundation, you will...

Be investing in your community by joining in the effort to preserve, protect and promote the area’s historic resources and cultural heritage;
Enjoy opportunities to volunteer and work with other local residents who share a similar passion for, and interest in preservation;
Gain access to up-to-date information regarding local preservation issues and events;
Qualify for technical assistance and support from the HFFI staff; and
Receive a copy of the Foundation’s annual Journal of Fredericksburg History, our quarterly newsletter, discounts on tours, events, and HFFI merchandise, and an invite to the annual membership meeting. Each member level also receives other specialized benefits.

Member Levels & Benefits

Lifetime - $5,000 or more
All of the benefits of Benefactor-level membership without the need for annual renewal, plus…
Lifetime membership cards for all immediate family members

Benefactor - $1,000 / year
All of the benefits of the Preservation Partner-level membership, plus…
Eight free Candlelight Tour tickets & Two Private Tour Tickets
60% discount on a Lewis Store sidewalk brick
15% discount on Foundation merchandise

Preservation Partner - $300 / year
All of the benefits of the Supporting-level membership, plus…
Four free Candlelight Tour tickets & Two Private Tour Tickets
30% discount on a Lewis Store sidewalk brick
Special invites to President’s Gold Club social events throughout the year

Supporting - $100 / year
All the benefits of the Family-level membership, plus…
Two free Candlelight Tour tickets
15% discount on a Lewis Store sidewalk brick
10% discount on Foundation merchandise

Family - $35 / year
All the benefits of the Individual-level membership, plus…
Membership cards for up to four family members

Individual - $25 / year – Senior - $15 / year – Student - $15 / year
One year individual membership and one membership card
Reduced rate for Candlelight Tour tickets
Discounts on books and other HFFI items
Copies of the annual Journal of Fredericksburg History and HFFI’s quarterly newsletter

Gold Corporate - $500 / year
All the benefits of the Silver Corporate membership, plus…
Two more membership cards
Two more free Candlelight Tour tickets
Corporate logo and link on our webpage
Invites to President’s Gold Club social events

Silver Corporate - $100 / year
One year membership and two membership cards
Business listing as a corporate sponsor with webpage and slogan on HFFI event literature
Two free Candlelight Tour tickets
$5 off other Candlelight Tour tickets
20% discount on Candlelight Tour book ad
10% discount on Lewis Store sidewalk brick
10% discount on Foundation merchandise
Copies of the annual Journal of Fredericksburg History and HFFI’s quarterly newsletter

Non-Profit - $25 / year
One year membership and two membership cards
Business listing as a nonprofit sponsor with webpage and slogan on HFFI event literature
$5 off Candlelight Tour tickets
50% discount on Candlelight Tour book ad
5% discount on Lewis Store sidewalk brick
10% discount on Foundation merchandise
Copies of the annual Journal of Fredericksburg History and HFFI’s quarterly newsletter

For information about membership contact:

HFFI
1200 Caroline Street , Fredericksburg , VA 22401

(540)371-4504
E-mail