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Why Become a Member?

Your membership directly supports the Museum and its Education Department in offering engaging, creative programs for youth, families, and  residents of the Chattahoochee Valley.

Curious what that looks like?  Check out our community impact for our 2019 Fiscal Year.

  • 28,140 community members served through various programs, including:

    • 11,331 individuals who attended community outreach programs,

    • 3,462 students who attended the Museum for tours, and

    • 7,326 people who attended youth and family programs, 5,200 of them attended FREE programs!

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Help us continue to grow these numbers by joining today! Results like this wouldn’t be possible without the ongoing support of our members.

Membership Levels & Benefits

  • $30/year

    Civic

    $30/year

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art-related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 10% discount in the Museum shop

  • $50/year

    Supporting

    $50/year

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art-related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 10% discount in the Museum shop
    • Free or discounted admission to 100+ art and history museums across the Southeastern U.S. through the Southeastern Reciprocal Memberships (SERM)

  • $75/year

    NEW!! Family Membership

    $75/year

    The Columbus Museum is excited to offer a new level of membership with families in mind! In addition to standard benefits, with our new Family membership, you will:

    • Enjoy early access to registration for our popular FREE programs like Artful Babies and Mini Makers
    • Receive discounted rates on summer camps and advanced access to enrollment
    • Gain exclusive access to our educational programs and fun activities for the whole family!*

    Standard benefits include:

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art-related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 10% discount in the Museum shop
    • Free or discounted admission to 100+ art and history museums across the Southeastern U.S. through the Southeastern Reciprocal Memberships (SERM)

    For more information, email membership@columbusmuseum.com or call 706-748-2562 ext. 5400.

    *Family memberships are $75/year and include two (2) adults and all children in the same household under the age of 18.

  • $150/year

    Reciprocal

    $150/year

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art-related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 15% discount in the Museum shop
    • Free or discounted admission to 100+ art and history museums across Southeast US with the Southeastern Reciprocal Memberships (SERM)
    • Free or discounted admission to 700+ art and history museums across U.S. through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM)
    • Invitations to Signature Sunday events

  • $500/year

    Patron

    $500/year

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art-related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 20% discount in the Museum shop
    • Free or discounted admission to 100+ art and history museums across the Southeastern U.S. through the Southeastern Reciprocal Membership (SERM)
    • Free or discounted admission to 700+ art and history museums across U.S. through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM)
    • Invitations to Signature Sunday events
    • Invitations to Private Patron+ Receptions


     

  • $1,000/year

    Master Circle

    $1,000/year

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art-related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 20% discount in the Museum shop
    • Free or discounted admission to 100+ art and history museums across the Southeastern U.S. through the Southeastern Reciprocal Memberships (SERM)
    • Free or discounted admission to 700+ art and history museums across U.S. through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM)
    • Invitations to Signature Sunday events
    • Invitations to Private Patron+ Receptions
    • Invitation for two to Museum's annual Master Circle Dinner
    • Honor listing in Museum foyer
    • One complimentary Supporting Level Membership to give as a gift

     

  • $2,500/year

    Collector Circle

    $2,500/year

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art-related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 20% discount in the Museum shop
    • Free or discounted admission to 100+ art and history museums across the Southeastern U.S. through the Southeastern Reciprocal Memberships (SERM) 
    • Free or discounted admission to 700+ art and history museums across U.S. through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM)
    • Invitations to Signature Sunday events
    • Invitations to Private Patron+ Receptions
    • Invitation for two to our annual Master Circle Dinner
    • Honor Listing in Museum foyer
    • Two complimentary Supporting Level Memberships to give as gifts
    • 10% discount on a special event rental at the Museum

  • $5,000/year

    Director Circle

    $5,000/year

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art- related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 20% discount in the Museum shop
    • Free or discounted admission to 100+ art and history museums across the Southeastern U.S. through the Southeastern Reciprocal Memberships (SERM)
    • Free or discounted admission to 700+ art and history museums across U.S. through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM)
    • Invitations to Signature Sunday events
    • Invitations to Private Patron+ Receptions
    • Invitation for two to our annual Master Circle Dinner
    • Honor listing in Museum foyer
    • Three complimentary Supporting Level Memberships to give as gifts
    • 10% discount on a special event rental at the Museum

  • $10,000/year

    President Circle

    $10,000/year

    • Advanced exhibition announcements
    • The Muse Quarterly Magazine
    • FREE Admission to Late Night at the Museum
    • Invitations to member-only receptions and Museum events
    • Special rates on family programs and educational camps
    • Art-related travel opportunities through the Museum Travel Alliance (MTA)
    • 20% discount in the Museum shop
    • Free or discounted admission to 100+ art and history museums across the Southeastern U.S. through the Southeastern Reciprocal Memberships (SERM)
    • Free or discounted admission to 700+ art and history museums across U.S. through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM)
    • Invitations to Signature Sunday events
    • Invitations to Private Patron+ Receptions
    • Invitation for two to our annual Master Circle Dinner
    • Honor listing in Museum foyer
    • Four complimentary Supporting Level Memberships to give as gifts
    • 10% discount on a special event rental at the Museum
    • Two additional tickets to the annual Master Circle Dinner
    • Complimentary three hour rental of the Museum's Turner Galleria for a holiday party, private gathering, or business event

If you'd like to add more to your membership, check out the following Membership Enhancements: 

Young Art Patron (YAP) Affiliate Group - Additional $20/year

Be a part of a group that provides culturally enriching experiences for young adults (ages 21-40s)! You’ll gain access to exclusive YAP socials, events, and related programming, plus have the opportunity to network with like-minded individuals. Be sure to like the YAP Facebook page to stay connected.

Alma Thomas Society - Additional $500/year

Deepen your support for the arts by joining this collector’s group that directly supports The Fund for African American Art! You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a special acquisition sponsored by the Society, as well as receive invitations to Society events. You’ll also gain special recognition in our annual report, annual meeting brochure, and The Muse.

JOIN THE MUSEUM TODAY!

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