Levels of Membership

• Members-Only Ticket Priority before programs go on sale to the public (some exclusions apply)
• Eligibility to purchase one ticket per program at the discounted member price (savings up to 35%)
• Subscription to the monthly Smithsonian Associates program guide
• Access to members-only programs, including the popular annual Breakfast at the Zoo
• Access to two complimentary tours of exhibitions throughout the year
• Access to free Associates events as available (notification sent via email)
• 10% discount at SmithsonianStore.com (with a special code) and select Smithsonian museum restaurants

All the preceding benefits, plus:

• Eligibility to purchase up to four tickets per program at the discounted member price (savings up to 35%)
• Priority consideration for waitlisted programs including study tours (some exclusions apply)
• Recognition on the Smithsonian Associates website

All the preceding benefits, plus:

• Eligibility to purchase up to six tickets per program at the discounted member price (savings up to 35%)
• Smithsonian magazine delivered to your home
• Member discounts on Art Collectors Program fine-art prints
• 20% discount at SmithsonianStore.com during special Member Days sales

All the preceding benefits, plus:

• Advance digital copy of the monthly Smithsonian Associates program guide
• Two complimentary tickets to one exclusive after-hours Mingle at the Museum event
• VIP access, activities, and seating at the popular annual Breakfast at the Zoo

All the preceding benefits, plus:

• Advance ticket purchasing by phone for high-demand programs, including Smithsonian Summer Camp
• Invitation for two to a Smithsonian Insider event during the year
• No handling fees on phone purchases
• Recognition in the Smithsonian Associates program guide annual donor list and on the annual donor plaque at our headquarters on the National Mall

All the preceding benefits, plus:

• Advanced ticket purchasing to select headliner events
• Complimentary invitation for two to an exclusive Meeting the Masters reception
• Eligibility to participate in special travel programs sponsored by Smithsonian Journeys
• Complimentary tickets for two to a lecture or performance (value equal to $30 per ticket or less)
• Copy of the Smithsonian’s annual report

All the preceding benefits, plus:

• Complimentary VIP tickets for two and a parking pass for Breakfast at the Zoo
• Reserved seating at most Smithsonian Associates programs
• Invitations to backstage meet-and-greets at select Smithsonian Associates programs
• Advanced ticket purchasing for embassy programs and receptions
• Dedicated concierge phone line for inquiries and tickets

All the preceding benefits, plus:

• Invitation for two to the prestigious Annual Smithsonian Weekend
• An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with a docent
• Recognition in the Smithsonian’s annual report

All the preceding benefits, plus:

• Recognition as a sponsor of a selected Smithsonian Associates program
• Complimentary VIP tickets for six and two parking passes for Breakfast at the Zoo
• Priority seating at all Smithsonian Associates programs
• Additional 20% discount on member prices for Art Collectors Program fine-arts prints