Why make a financial donation?
The Deke Slayton Memorial Space & Bicycle Museum is a 501(c)3 non-profit museum and relies heavily on donations and fundraisers. Your support allows us to continue the legacy of Deke Slayton and bicycles while inspiring all who visit. Your contribution allows us to preserve and share history through exhibits and educational programming. Your gift is tax-deductible.
Ways to give
Donate Online
Mail a Check
Deke Slayton Museum
200 W Main St
Sparta, WI 54656
Business Match
Double your donation!! Ask your employer to match your donation amount.
Will or Trust
Name the Deke Slayton Memorial Space & Bicycle Museum as a beneficiary in your Will or Trust.
Charitable Gift
Are you 70 1/2 years or older and have a traditional IRA? Each year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reminds owners of traditional IRAs over 70 1/2 that they may make a charitable gift from it. An IRA charitable rollover gift is called a qualified charitable distribution (QCD). For those 73 or older, a QDC may fulfill part or all of your required minimum distribution (RMD) for the year.
Donate Items
Do you have an artifact or other item that may be appropriate for the Deke Slayton Memorial Space & Bicycle Museum?
Please contact the museum by calling 608-269-0033 or via email with a detailed description and pictures of the item(s).


