Become a Member
Make Your Mark on the Lasting Legend of the Pony Express
The Pony Express represents courage, perseverance, and the determination to rise above hardship. Inside these museum walls are stories that still matter today, reminding us to dream boldly, work faithfully, and carry history forward with pride.
Becoming a member of the Pony Express National Museum means helping preserve one of the most iconic chapters of American history while creating meaningful memories with the people you love.
MEMBERSHIP IS ABOUT MEMORIES
Many visitors first experience the museum as children on a school field trip or during a family visit, standing wide-eyed as the lights dim and the sounds of thunder and hooves bring history to life. Others discover the Pony Express later, drawn by a lifelong curiosity and admiration for the riders who carried the mail across an unforgiving frontier.
Whether this story is already part of your past or newly discovered, membership invites you to carry the legacy forward with your family.
SHARE THE STORY, AGAIN AND AGAIN
Membership includes free admission throughout the year, giving you the opportunity to return often, revisit favorite exhibits, and uncover new details each time you walk through the museum. Interactive displays and hands-on exhibits make the experience engaging for children, adults, and visitors of every age.
Each visit becomes a chance to share the real stories of the riders, pass along lessons of resilience, and keep the legend alive through storytelling.
A LEGACY THAT BELONGS TO ALL OF US
While St. Joseph is the birthplace of the Pony Express, its story belongs to everyone. By becoming a member, you help ensure this remarkable history continues to inspire visitors from around the country and around the world.
Membership also makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for history lovers, families, and anyone who believes in preserving the American West.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
- Free admission to the museum all year
- Ten percent discount in the museum gift shop, including mail orders
- Subscription to the museum newsletter
- Exclusive invitations to member-only events
- The satisfaction of supporting preservation, education, and outreach
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS
Individual – $40
Family – $65
Trader – $100
Scout – $250
Trailblazer – $500
Rider – $1,000
Stationkeeper – $2,500
Founder – $5,000
JOIN THE MUSEUM FAMILY
Become a member today and receive our quarterly newsletter by mail. We look forward to welcoming your family into ours and sharing the stories, spirit, and excitement of the Pony Express for years to come.
