Museum Donations

Monetary Donations:
You may send an e-transfer to [email protected]

If you wish to send a cheque, please mail it to:
8th Hussars Museum
66 Broad St, Unit 3
Sussex, NB
E4E 5S2.  

​A tax receipt will be issued to all donors over $25.00
Artifact Donations:
If you think you have an item to donate to the 8th Hussars Museum, please contact us with as much details as possible about the item, and the story behind it. Your potential donation will be assessed by the following rigorous criteria:
  • Relevance to the 8th Hussars Regiment and the museum's mission
  • Condition of the Item(s)
  • Provenance and Legal Considerations
  • Suitable Storage or display space
    • I.E. Can the museum ensure the security and preservation of the item(s)?
  • Financial Implications
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Ethical Considerations

All potential donations will be assessed by the museum board of directors and donators will be contacted regarding the decision. 
A note on Appraisals
In accordance with the International Council of Museums (ICOM) Code of Ethics for Museums, the 8th Hussars Museum staff does not offer financial appraisals or evaluations of objects to the general public. We suggest you contact the Art Dealers Association of Canada or the Canadian Antique Dealers Association.
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On request, the 8th Hussars Museum will issue a receipt for income tax purposes for the fair market value of objects donated. An outside appraisal is required. The fees for an outside appraisal must be assumed by the donor. 
How to Contact us About a Potential Donation