Carnegie Society

Join a group of committed library champions.

Choose a Way to Give

The Carnegie Society is an exclusive group of civic-minded individuals dedicated to making our city a more vibrant, literate, and connected place to live and work. The library offers resources and services for everyone free of charge. No other institution addresses as many needs as the library does – made possible by Nashville Public Library supporters and the collaboration between Metro Government and the Library Foundation.

Membership starts at $125/month. Carnegie Society Sustainers provide a consistent stream of revenue for the library to rely on. Monthly membership is the easiest and most efficient way to invest in the vital programs that make our library a community treasure.

As a member of the Carnegie Society you will receive the following benefits:

MEMBER

$1,500 – $2,999

Quarterly newsletter
Invitations to special events
Exclusive invitation to the annual Carnegie Society Book Club
Commemorative library card
Listed in Annual Report

PATRON

$3,000 – $4,999

All benefits of the level above
Three commemorative bookplates to honor someone of your choosing

BENEFACTOR

$5,000 – $9,999

All benefits of the level above
Special behind the scenes tours including Wilson Collection White Glove Tour and Puppet Theater tour
NEW Private tour of the Civil Rights Room or Votes for Women Room for your book club, alumni group, or social club (up to 25 people)

PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE

$10,000+

All benefits of the level above
Copy of the Book Club book mailed/delivered
Two guest passes to the Book Club

The Hallmark Event: The Carnegie Society Book Club

The annual Carnegie Society Book Club is Nashville’s most interesting and exclusive book club. For members only, the Book Club explores an exciting text, such as last year’s choice “The Personal Librarian”, with special guest Erica Ciallela from The Morgan Library & Museum in New York.