Become a Member
The San Diego Museum of Art has always relied on the support of the community to enable us to continue our mission. Support from our members truly makes it possible for the Museum to continue bringing great exhibitions and programming to San Diego. Membership also available by phone at (619) 696-1941.
Supporting Member
$45 annually
- Free Museum admission for one individual
- Two guest passes
- Invitations to Members-only events
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Free and discounted tickets to Art Alive and Culture & Cocktails
- Discounts on programs such as concerts, lectures, films
- Opportunity to attend the Museum’s quarterly Art of Reading Book Club
- 10% discount at The Museum Store
- 10% discount at the Sculpture Court Cafe
- Use of the art reference library, by appointment only, please call (619) 696-1959 to schedule
- Opportunity to join the Museum'ssupport organizations
- One-year subscription to the Membership Magazine (3 times per year)
Memberships available by phone for seniors, military, artists, students, and educators.
Household Member
$75 annually
Supporting Member benefits PLUS:
- Free admission for one additional adult guest and any children and grandchildren under 18 years of age
- Total of four (4) guest passes
Memberships available by phone only for seniors, military, artists, students, and educators.
Friend Member
$175 annually
Household Member benefits PLUS:
- 4 additional guest passes (6 total)
- Invitations to Friend's lectures and receptions for major exhibitions
- Reciprocal membership to 18 other regional museums
Sponsor Member
$500 annually
Friend Member benefits PLUS:
- Private docent tour for up to 10 people
- Recognition on the Museum's Digital Donor Board
- One annual exclusive event with the Executive Director
- Reciprocal membership at over 500 North American Museums
Patron's Circle Membership
$1,500 annually
Friend Member benefits PLUS:
- 2 additional guest passes (8 total)
- Invitations to exclusive exhibition opening celebrations
- Private exhibition tour with a Curator for up to 10 people (scheduling based on availability)
- Access to the Circle Liaison for program reservations, art-related questions, travel suggestions, and Museum Store shopping
- Recognition on the Museum website
Curator's Circle Membership
$3,000 annually
Patron's Circle benefits PLUS:
- Invitation to special behind-the-scenes events like Conversation with a Curator or Art Acquisition Night
- One 12-month gift membership (Individual or Dual Household)
Director's Circle Membership
$5,000 annually
Curator's Circle benefts PLUS:
- Recognition in the Museum's Membership Magazine
- Invitation to private exhibition pre-tours with the Executive Director at opening celebrations
- Invitation to national travel trips -- enjoy specially curated travel with Museum director or curators with unique access to renowned art destinations and private collections throughout the country
- Private tour and reception at the home of a local art collector
- Museum Catalogue or book of your choice
Benefactor's Circle Membership
$10,000 annually
Director's Circle benefits PLUS:
- Exclusive invitations to travel internationally with Executive Director and/or curators to visit museums, galleries, and private collections
- Entertainment Privileges: The opportunity to reserve the facility for a special occasion event for up to 100 people. Venue expense waived
- A Year of the Museum in Print: All publications generated by the Museum in 12 months of membership


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