Donate today to preserve our shared local history!
Your gift to our annual fund supports mission critical infrastructure that grants don't pay for.
Your gift to our annual fund supports mission critical infrastructure that grants don't pay for.
Our Mission
Our mission is to preserve and interpret the history of Gainesville and Alachua County, Florida, and surrounding regions.
Who Are We?
As a community museum located in an underserved area of Gainesville, we work to relay our local history to all, free of charge. Because of our extensive archives on the county’s history, we facilitate over 200 research requests and appointments each year from scholars, authors, and members of our community. We create 2-3 exhibitions each year as well as a robust schedule of public programs each month on diverse topics related to our mission.
The support of businesses, individuals and members is necessary for the Matheson History Museum to pursue this mission.
Each year we are able to fund our exhibitions and programs through grants totaling an average of $120,000. These funds are often restricted and cannot be used to pay for overhead expenses like utilities, insurance, and facilities maintenance.
We rely on our members and donors to help keep the lights on and the doors open to continue the work we do throughout the year!