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Happy Birthday, Thomas Edison!

On February 11th, we celebrate the birthday of one of America's greatest inventors, Thomas Edison. Here at the Thomas Edison Birthplace Museum, we are proud to keep his legacy alive by sharing his life's story and innovations with visitors from around the world.

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Your Support is Vital​

As a private, non-profit museum, we rely completely on the generosity of individuals like you to maintain our operations, preserve historic artifacts, and continue educational programs. Unlike many museums, we do not receive government funding. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a significant impact:

 

  • Maintain the Museum: Help us keep the birthplace in excellent condition, ensuring it remains open for future generations.

  • Preserve History: Your support aids in the conservation of Edison's personal items and historical documents.

  • Educate and Inspire: Fund our educational initiatives, workshops, and tours that inspire creativity and innovation, echoing Edison's spirit of invention.

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Celebrate Edison's Legacy with a Gift

You can help us continue to tell Thomas Edison's story. By donating today, you're not just wishing Edison a happy birthday; you're ensuring his legacy of curiosity and invention endures:​

 

  • Donate Now: Click below to make a contribution. Every dollar helps us in our mission.

  • Spread the Word: Share this page with friends and family who admire Edison's impact on the world.

  • Visit Us: Join us for free tours on his birthday from 1-5 PM. Experience first-hand where Edison's journey began.

 

Together, we can keep the light of innovation shining bright at the Thomas Edison Birthplace Museum. Thank you for your support on this special day!

Other Ways to Donate

Discover numerous opportunities to make a tax-deductible gift to the Edison Birthplace Museum. Contribute with ease through check, cash, or credit card. Consider including the Edison Birthplace Museum in your legacy by adding us to your will, trust, or other estate plans, ensuring the site thrives alongside the community for generations to come.

 

We would love to hear about your gift intentions so we can express our gratitude and personally invite you to our special events. Please contact us at (419) 499-2135.

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To name The Edison Birthplace Museum as your beneficiary, please designate your gift as follows:

Legal Name: Edison Birthplace Association, Inc.

Federal Tax ID: #22-1528860

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