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National Button Society (NBS). Since 1938. Preservation & education & exhibition.

Become A Member of the
National Button Society

Become A Member of the National Button Society

The National Button Society (NBS) is a non-profit organization committed to celebrating buttons since 1938. Our efforts led to button collecting’s recognition as an organized hobby.

For a standard membership of just $35 annually, you too can become a proud member of a society that celebrates our important heritage and history.

Membership Levels

Memberships purchased online renew automatically on an annual basis

Junior US
Membership

$18.00 (USD) / Year
Ages 6-17

Membership for juniors living in the United States.

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Adult US
Membership

$35.00 (USD) / Year

Membership for adults living in the United States.

Purchase Membership

Associate US
Membership

$35.00 (USD) / Year

For organizations or businesses in the United States. Also, include one personal contact name. If you are already an adult member, use a different email address for this Associate membership.

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US Co-Membership

$45.00 (USD) / Year

For multiple members inside the United States living at the same address: Only 1 bulletin is mailed. After your purchase, you’ll invite your co-members.

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International
Junior Membership

$28.00 (USD) / Year
Ages 6-17

Membership for international juniors living outside of the United States.

Purchase Membership

International
Adult Membership

$45.00 (USD) / Year

Membership for international adults living outside of the United States.

Purchase Membership

International
Associate Membership

$45.00 (USD) / Year

For international organizations or businesses outside of the United States. Also, include one personal contact name. If you are already an adult member, use a different email address for this Associate membership.

Purchase Membership

International
Co-Membership

$55.00 (USD) / Year

For multiple members outside the United States living at the same address: Only 1 bulletin is mailed. After your purchase, you’ll invite your co-members.

Purchase Membership

Enroll By Mail

You can apply to NBS by mail by printing a form and sending it to our Membership Facilitator. Mail checks or money order in US Dollars payable to the National Button Society to:

Helen Acker
National Button Society
PO Box 459
Oldsmar, FL 34677-0459

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You can view our Privacy Policy by clicking here. Please notify the NBS membership coordinator if you wish ALL of your information to remain private and not shared. If you do not notify the NBS membership coordinator, some information on this form may be accessed on the website by other members and printed in the NBS Bulletin and Directory. It may be shared with affiliated button clubs. It will never be shared for profit purposes.

If you have any further questions, please contact membership@nationalbuttonsociety.org and we’ll get right back with you.

You can view our Privacy Policy by clicking here. Please notify the NBS membership coordinator if you wish ALL of your information to remain private and not shared. If you do not notify the NBS membership coordinator, some information on this form may be accessed on the website by other members and printed in the NBS Bulletin and Directory. It may be shared with affiliated button clubs. It will never be shared for profit purposes.

If you have any further questions, please contact membership@
nationalbuttonsociety.org and we’ll get right back with you.

Our Values and Mission

The NBS has around 3000 members, and all are devoted to the preservation and study of clothing buttons. Our principal objectives include:

  • Promotion of educational research
  • Exhibitions
  • Publishing and dissemination of information about buttons
  • Preservation of buttons and their history for future generations

Our Scope

New collectors are always guaranteed to find veteran collectors within a reasonable travel distance.

NBS membership spans four continents and 39 of the 50 states represented by state and local button clubs. Some states have multiple button clubs. In addition, several states on the East and West coasts have combined into regional associations to promote educational activities and annual show events.

You can also reach out to members anywhere with ButtonBytes, our online button club. New and novice collectors can meet experienced collectors instantaneously who are always ready to answer questions.

Why Join NBS? Let’s Count the Ways

The NBS offers a sense of community and resources that help turn your passion into action.

You’ll have exclusive perks and insightful resources at your fingertips that enhance the button collecting experience and grow your button knowledge.

Keep reading to find out more about the benefits of membership, including:

  • Online community to connect with other button collectors all over the world
  • Access to members-only education and resources
  • Special member pricing in the Shop
  • Virtual meetups and presentations
  • Button conventions and events

Online Member Resources

Membership provides a number of online resources with a breadth and depth of button information on buttons and NBS, including:

  • Publication Archives - searchable by topic, date, author
  • The National Button Society Bulletin: published five times per year with articles, new research, meetings and show announcements, along with copies of all the NBS bulletins from 1942 to present plus many other historical button magazines such as Just Buttons
  • NBS Official Classification & Competition Guidelines: detailed information on antique, vintage and modern buttons
  • NBS Bluebook: comprehensive reference for button collectors to identify, categorize, and value buttons based on their age, material, design, and usage
  • NBS Membership Directory & Community: find fellow button collectors, connect and chat online
  • NBS Beginner's Guide: introduce newcomers to the world of button collecting with a foundational understanding for anyone starting to explore button collecting
  • Access to weekly button group - Button Room
  • Access to monthly Button Loupe meetings
  • NBS Membership Directory - with email capability
  • Event details and registration
  • Access to Forums - Leadership, Editors, Juniors, Publicity
  • Access to Educational Programs
  • Member Documents - Volunteering, Governance, Operations
  • Button Country with pictures of many of the different buttons from the Blue Book classification
  • Information about the annual National Button Convention usually held annually
  • Relevant news about NBS happenings
  • Information for society leaders is available as well as information about hosting the annual show
  • An index and search engine for button subjects that interest members

How to Renew Your Membership with NBS

Make sure to renew your membership before October 31, 2025.

You can renew your membership by mail by sending checks or money order in US Dollars payable to the National Button Society to:

Helen Acker
National Button Society
PO Box 459 Oldsmar, FL 34677-0459

Renew Your Membership Today!

When you renew your membership with NBS, you continue to be part of a global community of button enthusiasts who are driven to advance understanding and care for buttons. You also get access to benefits and a wide variety of resources. You don’t want to miss out.

As a 501(c)(7), membership dues, gifts or donations given to National Button Society are not tax deductible as a charitable contribution.

Frequently Asked Questions About NBS

Do you have a question for the National Button Society? Maybe we’ve already answered it! Read below to see some of the most frequently asked questions from members.

Please Click On the Question to Reveal the Answer

I recently inherited a button collection, and I don't know anything about them. I'm not even sure if they are antique buttons. Can you help?

You can learn about the possible value of your button collection by exploring our website. You’ll be able to gain some introductory information. If you have any further questions you can contact membership@nationalbuttonsociety.org. And please think about joining. We would love to have you as a member!

No, we appreciate you following us on social media but you haven’t become a member of NBS just yet. Visit the Join NBS page to find out about signing up and paying dues.

The NBS is for anyone who loves buttons and wants to meet like-minded people.

Anyone is eligible to be a member of the NBS! All you have to do is sign up online or mail in a membership application and pay your dues.

There are many benefits to being a member of NBS, including access to publications, resources, events and educational tools. Click here to visit the Benefits page.

There is a standard $35 annual fee for adults but you can visit the Membership Levels page to find out more.

To cancel your NBS membership, please contact membership@nationalbuttonsociety.org to discuss with us about expediting your cancellation.

I recently inherited a button collection, and I don't know anything about them. I'm not even sure if they are antique buttons. Can you help?
You can learn about the possible value of your button collection by exploring our website. You’ll be able to gain some introductory information. If you have any further questions you can contact membership@
nationalbuttonsociety.org. And please think about joining. We would love to have you as a member!

No, we appreciate you following us on social media but you haven’t become a member of NBS just yet. Visit the Join NBS page to find out about signing up and paying dues.

The NBS is for anyone who loves buttons and wants to meet like-minded people.

Anyone is eligible to be a member of the NBS! All you have to do is sign up online or mail in a membership application and pay your dues.

There are many benefits to being a member of NBS, including access to publications, resources, events and educational tools. Click here to visit the Benefits page.

There is a standard $35 annual fee for adults but you can visit the Membership Levels page to find out more.

To cancel your NBS membership, please contact membership@
nationalbuttonsociety.org to discuss with us about expediting your cancellation.

If you have a question that is not answered here, please contact membership@nationalbuttonsociety.org and we’ll get right back with you.

If you have a question that is not answered here, please contact membership@
nationalbuttonsociety.org and we’ll get right back with you.

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