The Yale Peabody Museum was founded in 1866 with a visionary gift of $150,000 from philanthropist George Peabody. Since that time, our collection has grown to over 13 million specimens and we continue to be a site for new discoveries and scientifc exploration. The achievements of this Museum are a testament to Peabody and the generations of philanthropic leaders who came after him. The investment of our community of benefactors continues to sustain this Museum and makes all of the work we do possible.
The 1866 Society honors and celebrates the most generous donors to the Yale Peabody Museum’s Annual Fund. Unrestricted gifts at every level enhance the research, exhibitions, and student experiences at the Peabody. Members of the 1866 Society are recognized through invitations to our O.C. Marsh Evening Lecture Series, special Director’s events and dinners, opportunities for exclusive collection tours, and inclusion in our Honor Roll of Donors.
 | Here are just a few examples of how 1866 Society gifts make a difference at the Peabody:
DIRECTOR’S CIRCLEGifts of $1,500-$2,499
O.C. MARSH CIRCLEGifts of $2,500-$4,999
GEORGE PEABODY CIRCLEGifts of $5,000-$9,999
ELIHU YALE CIRCLEGifts of $10,000+
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Please consider joining the 1866 Society with a gift of $1500 or more. Your leadership support directly impacts the Museum’s capacity to educate, explore, and inspire. |
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