Membership in the Chicago-Midwest Chapter of the OHS

“If you enjoy pipe organs, you will enjoy being a member of our chapter!”

Perhaps you are considering becoming a new member of the Chapter, or you are a returning member planning to renew your membership.  Here you will find membership information and a link to the Membership Application/Renewal form available to download as a pdf.


Membership in the Chicago-Midwest OHS Chapter is open to all interested persons, organists and non-organists alike.  An appreciation of the rich history of pipe organs in the Chicago-Midwest region is the only basic requirement.

 

Membership Application

General Members shall consist of persons who support the purposes of the Chapter (see the “About Us Section” of this website) and who have paid the dues and fees set by the Board of Directors. As long as they maintain their standing as members of the Chapter, General Members shall (1) be eligible for election to the Chapter Board of Directors (as long as otherwise eligible); (2) be eligible to serve on committees of the Chapter; (3) be eligible to vote in Chapter elections; (4) receive the journal of the Chapter; and (5) have such other benefits and privileges as the Board of Directors may from time to time determine.

Membership in the Chapter shall not be denied on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. Membership in the Chapter may be denied or withdrawn by the Board of Directors, if, in the sole discretion of the Board of Directors, a potential member or member does not support the purposes of the Chapter.


You may apply for new membership or renew your annual membership by clicking the button below, then downloading and printing the membership form. Please mail the membership form to the address indicated on the form. Current members will also receive the form for annual renewal by email or by USPS as requested.  if you have any questions about a new or a renewal membership, you may contact us at , and we will respond within a few days.  Please put the letters “OHS” in the subject line of your email.