Join Us in Preserving the Legacy of the Supreme Court
By joining the Supreme Court Historical Society, you play a vital role in preserving the history of America’s highest court. As a member, you’ll enjoy the opportunity to attend special events and programs featuring renowned scholars, authors, and on occasion— current or former members of the Court. Your membership also supports efforts to raise awareness about the importance of America’s Judicial Branch. Plus, you’ll be the first to receive educational resources that deepen your knowledge and help you spread the word about the impact of our work.
Why Join?
Help Preserve Court History
Financial contributions from our members support the collection and preservation of records, stories, artifacts, and more from the Court’s history. Your support ensures future generations will be able to appreciate and learn from landmark decisions made by America’s highest court.
Member Events & Programs
Engage with Court history in new and meaningful ways at special member events. From in-depth programs and lectures to intimate discussions, you’ll explore valuable insights and stories from the Court’s past and present.
Expand Your Network
Whether you’re a legal professional, history enthusiast, or educator, membership connects you with a growing network of like-minded Supreme Court enthusiasts. Engage in history alongside people who can expand your career, deepen your knowledge, or enrich your curriculum.
Support Civics Education
Educating future generations about Court history is a core part of our mission. With the support of our members, we’ve developed free-to-use resources and a slate of immersive, nationwide programs. Students and educators can journey through different eras from Court history on our CIVICS Education website. Our Supreme Court and My Hometown and Summer Institute for Teachers programs provide opportunities for students and teachers to deepen their knowledge through in-depth, in-person experiences.
Become A Member
Please select your desired membership level below, or for additional information about Supreme Court Historical Society membership, email membership@supremecourthistory.org. You may call us at (202) 543-0400. Members may also send change of address information to this email address.
Memberships are provided at five different levels depending on the level of contribution. Below you can select the level at which you wish to join.
Renew Your Membership
Member Benefits
As a member of the Society, you will receive:
The Journal of Supreme Court History — Our Award-Winning Publication of selected scholarly articles on the Court’s history, its members and those who have appeared before it. The Journal is produced in full color three times a year and is illustrated with many rare photographs, engravings, and drawings.
The Quarterly — Our member-oriented newsletter with informative articles, and timely announcements of Society activities and meetings
Our Members are also invited to programs and other Society-sponsored functions throughout the year. The Society’s Annual Meeting includes the Annual Lecture, as well as a formal reception and dinner held each year at the Supreme Court. Other programs open to members include multiple lecture series, reenactments, and educational programs.
Members receive a 20% discount on items purchased at the Society’s Gift Shop
Change of Address / Update Mailing Information
Members, to update your personal and business address or email information, please email:
membership@supremecourthistory.org
Your contact information will be updated immediately. You may also call the Society at (202) 543-0400 and speak to a member of our staff.
The Supreme Court Historical Society is always eager to hear what you think. Please share your ideas and suggestions at:
programs@supremecourthistory.org
Your comments will be sent to a member of the Society’s staff. Thank you for your interest in helping the Society improve its services and program offerings.