Levels of Membership

Demonstrate your support of the Smithsonian by joining Smithsonian Associates—and begin enjoying your benefits today! §Review the membership benefits terms and conditions

Select a membership level to learn more:

Introductory Levels

Explorer – $60

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Purchase one registration per program at the discounted member price.
Subscription to the monthly Smithsonian Associates program guide.
Access to free Associates events as available (notification sent via email).
Access to members-only in-person and online programs.
Members-only priority program registration before programs go on sale to the public (some exclusions apply).
Subscription to the monthly Smithsonian Associates digital program guide.
Subscription to the Smithsonian Associates Digital Digest monthly email.
3-day viewing access to Associates Encores recordings of online programs (some exclusions apply).

Champion – $100

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Purchase up to four registrations per program at the discounted member price.

Promoter – $140

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Purchase up to six registrations per program at the discounted member price.
Member discounts on Art Collectors Program fine-art prints.
Smithsonian magazine delivered to your home.

Circle of Support Levels

Advocate – $200

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Priority consideration for waitlisted programs (some exclusions apply).
Two complimentary registrations to an online program, in-person lecture, or performance (value equal to $35 per registration or less).
Advance digital copy of the monthly Smithsonian Associates program guide.
Advance registration for high-demand programs (notification sent via email).

Contributor – $300

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Two complimentary registrations for a Smithsonian Insider event.
Ability to participate in the Smithsonian Summer Camp registration lottery.
No phone order processing fee for program registrations made by phone.
Monthly donor preview digital communications for select upcoming programs.

Patron – $600

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Recognition on the Smithsonian Associates website.
Recognition in the Smithsonian Associates program guide annual donor list and on the annual donor plaque at our headquarters on the National Mall.
Registration access to complimentary Associates Insider Tours in Washington, D.C. (notification sent via email).
Copy of the Smithsonian’s annual report.
Give one gift membership at the Explorer level to a family member or friend (restrictions apply).

Sponsor – $1,200

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Invitations to backstage meet-and-greets at select Smithsonian Associates in-person programs.
Dedicated concierge phone line for inquiries and program registration.
Reserved seating at most Smithsonian Associates in-person programs.

Partner – $3,000

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Invitation for two to the prestigious annual Smithsonian Weekend.
Four complimentary registrations for an online program or in-person lecture (value equal to $35 per registration or less).
Recognition in the Smithsonian’s annual report.

Benefactor – $5,000

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Additional 20% discount on member prices for Art Collectors Program fine-arts prints.
Give two gift memberships at the Explorer level to family members or friends (restrictions apply).
Special event invitations as available.

Director's Circle – $10,000

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Quarterly Director's Roundtable digital communications, with opportunities to gather in person when applicable.
Invitation to a private event with members of Smithsonian Associates' leadership.

Refer to IRS Publication 526 for clarification of tax implications.

Complimentary program registration terms and restrictions:
If your membership benefits include complimentary program registrations, you can redeem your program registration benefits by contacting our customer service team. Complimentary program registration(s) cannot be used for Studio Arts classes, in-person tours, or programs that have a book or other merchandise included in the program price. This offer does not apply to previous purchases, membership dues, or gift certificates.