Built in 1892, the beautifully restored Old Red Courthouse contains some of Dallas County’s most fascinating historical artifacts.
The mission of the Old Red Museum is to inspire and educate people with the rich cultural, economic, political and social history of the Dallas County area, showcasing the many cultures that together have formed the Dallas of today.
DONATIONS:
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The Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture is a 501 (c) (3) charitable nonprofit organization. The Museum supports its activities through three sources:
1) earned revenue from admissions, programs, memberships and rentals,
2) donations from individuals, corporations and foundations and
3) in-kind contributions for goods and services.
Contributions to Old Red help support the Museum’s educational programs and exhibits as well as the Museum’s general operations. Recognition is given to all those who contribute to the Museum.
In addition, there are also many opportunities for sponsorships of Old Red’s programs, exhibits and even unnamed Museum areas. Each sponsorship is tailored specifically for the sponsor and/or program, depending upon the determined goals and objectives.
If you would like to make a tax-deductible charitable contribution to the Old Red Museum, have in-kind goods or services to donate or want to find out more about sponsorships, please contact the office of the president by emailing [email protected].
MATCHING GIFTS:
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Make your gift go farther with matching support from your company. Many companies will match employees' gifts made to non-profit organizations. Please ask your employer for eligibility requirements, guidelines, and the appropriate matching gift forms. Once you have received the matching gift form from your employer, complete the employee portion of the form and mail your gift and form to:
Old Red Museum
Development Department
100 South Houston St
Dallas TX 75202
ARTIFACT DONATIONS:
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Do you have a historic photograph of Dallas County? The Old Red Museum collects images for use in future exhibits, research and educational programs. If you are interested in donating a photograph, slide or negative to the Museum, please send an e-mail to: [email protected].
For more information about donating an object to the Old Red Museum, please send an e-mail to: [email protected].
Adopt an Artifact:
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Your tax-deductible donation will help pay for the care, maintenance, conservation and storage of our permanent collection. Your name will be listed in our newsletter as the sponsor of an artifact. Schools are encouraged to adopt an artifact for its classrooms, as artifact adoptions make great class projects as well as thoughtful gifts for anyone! For more information, please send an e-mail to: [email protected].
SPONSORSHIPS:
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There are many opportunities to sponsor programs, temporary and permanent exhibits and other activities at Old Red. Each sponsorship is custom designed to meet the goals and needs of the sponsor and will include appropriate recognition for the sponsor. Sponsorships are available at different levels. Please contact the office of the president, if you are interested in exploring a sponsorship with Old Red. Email [email protected] or call 214-757-1905.
FACILITY RENTALS:
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*Weddings & *Corporate & Private Events
The grand architecture of the Old Red Museum is sure to make a stunning impression. From the moment your guests arrive they will take pleasure in this unique and historic building. Old Red features grand entryways made of marble and stone along with a soaring four-story staircase, which welcomes the bride and groom’s friends and family and serves as the perfect setting for tossing the bouquet.
For more information on booking your wedding or event at the Old Red Museum, please see more information on our website www.oldred.org or contact us at [email protected] or call 214-757-1945.
EDUCATION/PROGRAMS/TOURS:
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Experience History Like Never Before
At the Old Red Museum, one of our missions is to reach out to our community and share the rich history of Dallas County with its members, including school groups, youth programs, adults, educators and the rest of the public. Utilizing our galleries, with four mini-theaters, 41 touch-screen computers and other interactive exhibits, and our Education Center, we educate visitors through numerous activities and lessons.
As a result of a generous donation from the Crystal Charity Ball, the Old Red Museum is proud to be one of the few history museums in the nation to include a hands-on education center designed specifically for our younger visitors. The Crystal Charity Ball Children’s Education Center is a unique learning center for students from pre-K to young adult and offers hands-on activities, exhibits on children in Dallas County and twelve TEKS-based touch screens.
VOLUNTEER/INTERNSHIPS:
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*Volunteer
The Old Red Museum of Dallas County History & Culture is excited to connect the community through local history. We play a proud role in preserving this heritage and invite you to become involved in this process! The Old Red Museum has a strong volunteer program that uniquely prepares volunteers for interacting with visitors and interpreting local history. Through guided training, a structured environment and flexible ways of serving, volunteers are equipped to share the stories of Dallas County with visitors from around the world.
For more information, please email: [email protected].
*Internships
Internships may be available in many areas of the Museum including collections & exhibits, education, marketing & communications and operations.
For information on the internships being offered currently, e-mail [email protected] or call (214) 745-1100.
