Ruthmere Private Membership (previously called Friends & Family Membership) - $60 per year: Free admission to all Ruthmere tour attractions (Ruthmere and Havilah Beardsley House) for the member and up to three additional free guests per visit, referred to as "Members Tour for Four." Hard copy of The Ruthmere Record mailed to home address, Off the Record (electronic newsletter) emailed monthly and discounts to all ticketed special events. Time Travelers network discounts nationwide. Ruthmere Private Membership is a prerequisite for being a Program Sponsor at any level.

The payment for Private Membership can be one annual payment or divided semi-annually or monthly.