Annual Appeal
Your generosity enables the Barrier Islands Center to simultaneously honor the past and educate future generations by supporting our production of premier programming, films, books, and museum exhibits. Community support helps maintain the Almshouse Farm’s historic buildings, which are used year-round in this living, breathing place. Your BIC support reaches all ages on the Eastern Shore, and beyond. Thank you for believing in and participating in our mission to preserve and perpetuate the culture and history of Virginia’s barrier islands through education.
Become a Member
Your choice to become a member of the Barrier Islands Center plays an essential role in our work to communicate the unique history of the Barrier Islands and its distinctive place along Virginia’s Eastern Shore. You join a community that honors the past by sharing stories, preserving artifacts and traditions, and providing educational programs for the curious of all ages. Quite simply, your membership for a year guarantees our success for generations to come.
Become an Oyster Roast Sponsor
We invite you to be a part of our annual Oyster Roast Fundraiser at the Barrier Islands Center! This cherished event not only celebrates the delicious flavors of the coastline but also supports vital initiatives that preserve our region's unique heritage.
Tribute Gift
Give a gift in honor or memory of friends and family, especially when donations are requested in lieu of gifts. Supporting the Barrier Islands Center connects the past with the future and is an especially meaningful way to celebrate special occasions and remember loved ones.
Preserve
The BIC is pleased to consider your authentic artifact or photo from the Barrier Islands as a gift or loan to the museum. While we are unable to accept every item due to limited space, we would love to learn more about any artifact you might have - as well as the stories behind them. Please contact Kristen Dennis to discuss your artifact.