Many of us have temporarily hit pause on travel plans due to the worldwide pandemic, but that certainly doesn't need to kill our wanderlust completely.
To keep spirits lifted and minds wandering during the holiday season, fill the stockings of loved ones with gift cards, and memberships from Cortland County establishments to spend or experience later. Not only will you be supporting local businesses who need our help more than ever, but it will serve as a symbol of hope for all the adventures to be had in the future. Plus, gift cards can be used whenever the time is right, whether that’s three months from now, next year, or beyond!
If you're looking for the gift that keeps on giving, check out these memberships available in Cortland County to music venues, theatres, golf courses and museums.
1890 HOUSE MUSEUM
Benefits of all museum members include free admission to the museum, two guest passes, 10% off at the museum gift shop, and subscription to the e-newsletter. There is also Entry Level Household Memberships for students, seniors, individuals/duos, and households. You can opt for one of the Enhanced Museum Memberships as well which include perks like personalized membership cards, unlimited admission for two adults, discounts on program tickets and more.
Website
37 Tompkins Street, Cortland NY
(607) 756-7551
CNY LIVING HISTORY CENTER
BUY MEMBERSHIP AT THE MUSEUM OR VIA PHONE
What's better than a membership to a museum? How about three museums?! The CNY Living History Center consists of three seperate museums - the Brockway Truck Museum, the Homeville Museum, and the Tractors of Yesteryear. Members receive free entry into the complex and gift shop purchase discounts.
Website
4386 US Rt. 11, Cortland NY
(607) 299-4185
CORTLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
BUY MEMBERSHIP AT THE MUSEUM OR VIA PHONE
Purchase a membership to the Cortland County Historical Society, and the recipient will receive the quarterly newsletter, a 10% gift shop discount, unlimited personal research, and discounts on selected events. There are three levels of membership available: Senior, Individual, and Family. If you would like to purchase the membership at the Historical Society, please call to make an appointment. You can also call to place an order and decide whether you would like it shipped, or picked up curbside. Add one of their local history publications so loved ones can start reading about the county's history until it's safe to visit.
Website
25 Homer Avenue, Cortland NY
(607) 756-6071
CENTER FOR THE ARTS OF HOMER
BUY MEMBERSHIP ONLINE OR AT THE VENUE
When your loved one becomes a member of the Center for the Arts of Homer, they will join a vibrant community of music and art lovers. Members receive discounted show tickets, pre-sale opportunities, early-entry to concerts and events, deals and discounts from community partners, and free shows and events throughout the year. Membership types range from Individual to Seniors, Students to Military, and Family.
Website
72 South Main Street, Homer NY
(607) 749-4900
CORTLAND REPERTORY THEATRE
BUY FLEX PASS ONLINE, BY MAIL, OR AT THE VENUE
Cortland Repertory Theatre is offering an Early Bird Super Flex Pass which includes 5 tickets that can be used for any available performances in 2021 at CRT Downtown or the Little York Pavilion. Deadline to order the Super Flex Pass at the early bird price is December 31, 2020.
Website
24 Port Watson Street, Cortland NY
(607) 756-2627
PAINT SOCIAL CO. SUBSCIPTION BOX
BUY MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION BOX ONLINE
Sign up a friend or family member for Paint Social Co.'s Subscription Box where they will receive new art to create and decorate your door with every month! Membership perks include painting tutorials, weekly newsletters, how-to videos, contests for freebies and shop discounts, and more.
Website
paintsocialco@gmail.com
COUNTY GOLF COURSES
BUY MEMBERSHIP IN-STORE
If you are looking for the perfect gift for the golfers in your life, consider giving your loved one a golf membership at one of our three public courses. Don't forget to pick up some merchandise as well to pair with the membership.
Elm Tree Golf Course
Website
3267 NYS Rt. 215, Cortland NY
(607) 756-7382
Maple Hill Golf Club
Website
1539 Conrad Rd, Marathon NY
(607) 849-3285
Willowbrook Golf Course
Website
3267 NYS Rt. 215, Cortland NY
(607) 756-7382
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