Get Involved
How You Can Make This Dream a Reality
Become part of “The Team”
We would love to have our Buick family become involved, as part of our team. Please email us and let us know if you are interested in being on one of our committees.
Fundraising
Marketing
Construction & Design
Other Areas
SEE HOW YOU CAN HELP!
We are in the initial fundraising stage and need donations to supercharge our plans!
Tax Deductible Cash/Stock/etc.
Donation of Buick Vehicles
Planned Estate Donations
Donations must be direct and not through the BCA
Join the excitement and become part of our team! Donation checks may be made payable to The Buick Museum at Gilmore and sent to:
THE BUICK MUSEUM AT GILMORE
P.O. BOX 355
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Donations may be made directly to the museum bank account via Zelle by scanning this QR code with your smart phone.
The Buick Museum at Gilmore is a Michigan 501(C)(3) non-profit tax-exempt corporation. Donations are tax-deductible.
Tax – EIN#42-1882676
Why Give?
Make a Difference
Your donation will be used to build the museum and help design the interior space showcasing the timeline of Buick.
Help preserve our Buick Heritage!
Be Part of History
Our building at Gilmore Car Museum will be there for many, many years. When you visit the best car museum in the country, you can see the building and know you were a part of it.
Inspire Generations
Your donation will go on to help all generations learn more about the history of the Buick. This new building will inspire many generations of car enthusiasts to get involved.
Become a Sponsor
We accept donations of any amount. If you are interested in making a donation, contact our President, Melanie Mauser.
Email: melsbuick455@gmail.com
Platinum
$50,000+
Gold
$20,000+
Silver
$10,000+
Bronze
$5,000+
Copper
$1,000+
Gearhead
$500+
Pit Crew
Under $500
A Gift From Us
When you donate $200 or more, you will receive an embroidered hat as a thank you for your donation.
“Michigan” – Where It All Began – The Buick Museum at Gilmore
This gift may not be used in combination with a brick order.
BE FOREVER REMEMBERED WITH A BRICK
Your message and/or name will be laser engraved into a brick that will be displayed outside the museum for all the visitors to view.
You can order a brick directly by tapping the button to download an order form and mail it to us.
Bricks cost $200/each.
Become a Member
Benefits:
Unlimited access to the Gilmore Car Museum
Includes a quarterly newsletter
Join as a member in January of 2027
$50 / year One Person
$80 / year Two card holders at the same address
$12 / year Person - ages 11-17
$120 / year Family – two card holders at the same address & 4 kids (ages 11-17)
$40 / year Veterans
$25 / year College discount (with ID)
FREE Kids 10 & under
Officers & Directors
Our officers are the staples of the museum. They handle all of the important information that way you can ensure the most accurate details on the cars in the museum.
Melanie Mauser
President
mauser@buickmuseumatgilmore.org
Downers Grove, IL
Jim Bloomstrand
Vice President & Director
bloomstrand@buickmuseumatgilmore.org
Hoffman Estates, IL
Ajesh Parikh
Vice President & Secretary
parikh@buickmuseumatgilmore.org
Glenview, IL
Marc Alssid
Treasurer
alssid@buickmuseumatgilmore.org
North Bellmore, NY
Eric Stoldt
Director
stoldt@buickmuseumatgilmore.org
Massapequa, NY
Our Historic Buick Gallery
Contact Us
Frequently Asked Questions
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No, you can visit the museum at anytime without becoming a member. There is an entrance fee at the door for those who are not members.
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No, your membership is for you only.
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Yes! We appreciate anyone who wants to help grow our museum.
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You can find us at the Gilmore Car Museum at 6865 W Hickory Rd Hickory Corners, MI 49060.