Become a Member
The Carmel Heritage Society is an independent non-profit organization. We operate the historic First Murphy House at Lincoln and Sixth as a community welcome center, and source of local information and exhibition space. We also offer a permanent and continually expanding Arts & Crafts reference library. Our mission is to "preserve and promote the cultural heritage of Carmel" and to foster an appreciation of this tradition.

We invite you to become a member of the Carmel Heritage Society and help accomplish its mission for the education and enjoyment of all residents, visitors, and future generations. Members enjoy the following:

  •  Participation on Committees
  •  Advanced  Notice of Special Events
  •  Membership Meetings   


  • If you would like to become a member of Carmel Heritage Society please send your check to the Heritage Society at the address below. Membership dues and contributions are tax deductible under IRS Section 501(c)3

    Become a Volunteer
    Be a docent at the First Murphy House Welcome Center. You can choose to help from the following:

  •  Exhibits/Events
  •  Oral History Projects
  •  Memorabilia Collection
  •  Welcome Center Volunteer
  •  Fundraising
  •  Grants & Planned Giving
  •  Membership
  •  Individual - $15

     Family - $30


     Business - $30

     Sponsor - $50

     Patron - $100

     Lifetime - $500