Adopt-an-Artifact

Help preserve history.

When you adopt an artifact from our collection, your tax-deductible donation directly supports the preservation of a specific piece of history. This program offers a meaningful way to connect with our mission while ensuring the protection of some of the most fragile and endangered items in the Christiansburg Institute Museum & Archives (CIMA). Your support plays a vital role in safeguarding the stories and legacy of Southwest Virginia’s Black history for generations to come.

Benefits

As a token of appreciation, each adoption includes the following benefits:

  • Adoption certificate

  • A digital photograph of the artifact with preservation updates

  • Detailed description and historical significance of the artifact

  • Recognition as an Adopt an Artifact sponsor on the CI, Inc. website