Donate to Our Collection

Be part of a long legacy of preservation and ensure your Columbia County memories live on by donating to our collection. People like you are the reason why CCHS has become the largest historical archive in the region, helping countless researchers connect the dots on stories of all kinds. 

We are currently accepting donations of items relating to the history, heritage and culture of Columbia County, including, but not limited to: manuscripts (such as personal correspondence, deeds and wills), photographs, early maps, paintings and artwork, and other objects on a case-by-case basis. We have a strong interest in objects relating to underrepresented populations of Columbia County, including Indigenous peoples, African Americans, women and immigrants.

Interested in donating?

Please tell us a little about the item(s) you’d like to donate by filling out the form below. We will be in touch if your donation meets our current collections criteria.