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Demonstrate your support of the Smithsonian by joining The Smithsonian Associates—and begin enjoying your benefits today!
Levels of Membership
Resident Associate $40 | Resident Enthusiast $55 | Resident Champion $75
Resident Advocate $175 | Resident Contributor $300 | Resident Patron $600
Resident Sponsor $1,000 | Resident Partner $2,500 | Resident Benefactor $5,000
Resident Associate (formerly Individual) $40 and above
- Members-Only Ticket Priority – get your tickets before they go on sale to the general public! (Excludes summer camps, Embassy events, and other events as indicated)
- Ability to purchase one (1) ticket per program at the discounted Member price (savings of 25%-40%)
- Subscription to the monthly Smithsonian Associates program guide, which includes descriptions of over 750 programs annually including lectures, performances, trips, visual arts courses, and much more!
- 20% discount at SmithsonianStore.com during special Member Days sales
- 10% discount at Smithsonian museum shops and SmithsonianStore.com
- 10% discount at select Smithsonian museum restaurants
- 10% discount on Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
- Discounts on Art Collectors Program fine-arts prints
- Eligibility to participate in travel programs sponsored by Smithsonian Journeys
- Opportunity to subscribe to Smithsonian magazine at 70% off the newsstand price
Resident Enthusiast (formerly Family) $55 and above
All preceding benefits, plus:
- Ability to purchase five (5) additional tickets per program (total of six) at the discounted Member price (savings of 25%-40%)
Resident Champion $75 and above
All preceding benefits, plus:
- Access to exclusive complimentary tours of Smithsonian exhibitions throughout the year
Resident Advocate $175 and above
All preceding benefits, plus:
- Two complimentary tickets to after-hours Mingle at the Museum events
- Invitation for you and one guest to one (1) Smithsonian Insider event during the year
- Access to VIP pavilion, activities, and seating at the popular annual Breakfast at the Zoo
- Free subscription to Smithsonian Magazine
Resident Contributor $300 and above
All preceding benefits, plus:
- Advance ticket purchasing by phone for high-demand programs, including Summer Camp registrations
- Invitation for you and one guest to one (1) additional Smithsonian Insider event (total of two) during the year
- Complimentary tickets for you and one guest to a lecture or performance
- Access to the Member Lounge and refreshments in The Smithsonian Associates offices during select programs at the Ripley Center
- No handling fees on phone purchases
- Advance digital copy of the monthly Smithsonian Associates program guide
- Recognition on The Smithsonian Associates website and annual donor list
Resident Patron $600 and above
All preceding benefits, plus:
- Early admission to select premier headliner events
- Complimentary invitation for you and one guest to two (2) exclusive Meeting the Masters receptions with world-class presenters
- Exclusive updates from The Smithsonian Associates Director regarding significant Smithsonian developments
- Recognition on The Smithsonian Associates Annual Donor Plaque at our headquarters on the National Mall
- Copy of the Smithsonian’s Annual Report
Resident Sponsor $1,000 and above
All preceding benefits, plus:
- Complimentary VIP tickets and parking for you and one guest to the popular annual Breakfast at the Zoo
- Advance ticket purchasing for Embassy programs and receptions
- Priority seating at select Smithsonian Associates programs
- An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with a docent
- Eligibility to purchase tickets for bus trips to out-of-town Smithsonian Events
Resident Partner $2,500 and above
All preceding benefits, plus:
- Private tour of a Smithsonian exhibition for you and three (3) guests
- Invitation for two to the Annual Smithsonian Weekend, including complimentary receptions, behind-the-scenes tours, and a black tie dinner at one of the Smithsonian museums
- Dedicated concierge phone line for inquiries and tickets
- Recognition in the Smithsonian’s Annual Report
Resident Benefactor $5,000 and above
All preceding benefits, plus:
- Recognition as a sponsor of a select Smithsonian Associates program
- Complimentary VIP tickets and parking for you and five (5) guests (total of six) to the popular annual Breakfast at the Zoo
- Priority seating at all Smithsonian Associates programs
- Additional 20% discount on member prices for Art Collectors Program fine arts prints
Refer to IRS Publication 526 for clarification of tax implications.