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

Associate – $50

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Purchase one registration per program at the discounted member price (savings of up to 35%)
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)

Champion – $80

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Purchase up to four registrations 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

Promoter – $100

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Purchase up to six registrations per program at the discounted member price (savings up to 35%)
Member discounts on Art Collectors Program fine-art prints
Smithsonian magazine delivered to your home

Circle of Support Levels

Advocate – $175

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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

Contributor – $300

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Advance program registration by phone for high-demand programs, with no handling fees
Recognition in the Smithsonian Associates program guide annual donor list and on the annual donor plaque at our headquarters on the National Mall
Invitation for two to a Smithsonian Insider event during the year

Patron – $600

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Early notification about special travel programs sponsored by Smithsonian Journeys when offered
Copy of the Smithsonian’s annual report

Sponsor – $1,000

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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 – $2,500

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All the preceding benefits, plus:

Invitation for two to the prestigious Annual Smithsonian Weekend
An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour with a docent (some restrictions apply)
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
Priority seating at all Smithsonian Associates in-person programs
Recognition as a sponsor of a selected Smithsonian Associates program

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. Complimentaray 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.