The San Diego Museum of Art has always relied on the support of the community to enable us to continue our mission. Annual support from our members truly makes it possible for SDMA to continue bringing great exhibitions and programming to San Diego.
Purchase a membership online today!
For more information or to purchase by phone, call (619) 696-1941, or email us at
membership@sdmart.org.
Educator/Student Member $35
- Free Museum admission for one (1) individual who is an educator or student
- 10% discount at the Museum Store
- Discounts on classes, concerts, lectures, and films
- Use of the art reference library, by appointment only, please call 619-696-1959 to schedule
- Access to members-only email communications
- Opportunity to join SDMA support organizations
- One-year subscription to the Museum’s Quarterly Magazine
- $35 is tax-deductible
(Individual) Supporting Member $45
- Free Museum admission for one (1) individual
- 2 guest passes ($20 value)
- 10% discount at the Museum Store
- Use of the SDMA art reference library, by appointment only, please call 619-696-1959 to schedule
- Access to members-only email communications
- Opportunity to join SDMA support organizations
- Discounts on SDMA programs such as classes, lectures, films
- Discounted tickets to special events such as Culture & Cocktails and Art Alive
- Invitations to Members-Only Previews
- $45 is tax-deductible
Household Member $75
All of the (Individual) Supporting Member benefits PLUS:
- Free admission for two (2) adults and any children and grandchildren under 18 years of age
- 2 guest passes (4 total, a $40 value)
- $75 is tax-deductible
Friend Member $175
All of the Household benefits PLUS:
- 2 guest passes (6 total, a $60 value)
- Invitations to private opening receptions for major exhibitions (4 per year)
- Reciprocal membership in 18 other regional museums
- $115 is tax-deductible
Sponsor Member $500
All of the Friend Member benefits with:
- Private docent tour for up to 10 people (please call the Membership Office at (619) 696-1941 to schedule)
- Recognition on SDMA’s Digital Donor Board
- One annual exclusive event with the Executive Director
- $440 is tax-deductible
Senior (65+) and Active Military
10% discount on Individual, Household, or Friend level membership
Patron's Circle $1,500
- Invitations to exclusive exhibition preview events
- Exhibition tour with a Curator for up to 10 people
- Access to the Art Concierge for personal assistance and Museum Store shopping
- Eight guest passes and more upon request
- Recognition on the museum website www.sdmart.org
- Recognition on the Digital Donor Board
- Free Museum admission for two adults, children and grandchildren under 18
- 10% Discount at the Museum Store
- Discounts on classes, concerts, lectures, and films
- One-year subscription to the Museum’s Quarterly Magazine
- Reciprocal privileges at more than 15 museums nationwide
- $1,420 tax deductible
Curator's Circle $3,000 All of the above benefits plus:
- Invitation to annual Art Acquisitions Evening for an insiders peek at the collection and recent acquisitions with the Executive Director and Curators.
- Regional Art Travel: Features a custom itinerary and exclusive access to a regional art destination.
- One 12-month gift membership (Individual or Dual Household)
- $2,845 tax deductible
Director's Circle $5,000 All of the above benefits plus:
- Private tour and reception at the home of a local art collector.
- National Art Travel: Enjoy specially curated luxury travel with SDMA director or curators to visit national art destinations and private collections.
- Invitation to a private exhibition pre-tour with the Executive Director
- Museum Catalogue or book of Director’s choice
- $4,825 tax deductible
Benefactor's Circle $10,000 All of the above benefits plus:
- Entertainment Privileges: The opportunity to reserve the facility for a special occasion event for up to 100 people. Venue expense waived.
- International Art Travel: Exclusive invitation to travel with Executive Director and/or Curator to visit international museums, galleries, and private collections.
- A Year of SDMA in Print: All publications generated by the Museum in twelve months of membership.
- $9,765 tax deductible
