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Patron groups

    Patrons are the Brooklyn Museum’s most dedicated, passionate, and generous supporters. As a patron, you provide essential support, ensuring the Museum can bring people together through art and experiences that inspire celebration, compassion, courage, and the will to act.

    Join a community of impactful art enthusiasts for exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to the Museum’s exhibitions, collection, and curators. Whatever your interests might be, there’s a patron group for you here.

    The perks of patronage

    • Special events

      Patrons are invited to an exclusive year-round calendar of special events, including exhibition openings, after-hours tours, and behind-the-scenes experiences.

    • Access to concierge services

      Contact staff dedicated to personally handling your Museum needs, including securing tickets to programs and events, parking passes, neighborhood discounts, and reservations at The Norm.

    • Curator-led tours

      For patrons at the $5,000 level and above

      Enjoy access to private curator-led tours of special exhibitions for your friends and family.

    • Private events

      For patrons at the $5,000 level and above

      Rent out a space at the Brooklyn Museum for your next private event, such as a wedding, cocktail party, or seated dinner.

    • Travel

      For patrons at the $10,000 level and above

      Enjoy opportunities to travel with the Museum’s director and curators.

    • Free admission and early access

      Enjoy free, untimed tickets to the Museum, as well as early access to complimentary special exhibition tickets.

    • Discounts

      Patrons enjoy exclusive discounts on Museum dining, shopping, group tours, and art classes.

    • Reciprocal admission

      Patrons enjoy free admission and discounted purchases at 44 partner museums. Learn more about reciprocal memberships.

    Make a difference

    Director’s Circle

    For those passionate about supporting the Museum’s vital work and mission

    Access behind-the-scenes programs with our curators that delve deeper into exhibitions and the collection.

    Brooklyn Families

    For those with young families

    Support the vital work of the Museum’s Education division, and access programs for kids and adults that explore the art in depth.

    Young Leadership Council

    For art enthusiasts in their 20s, 30s, and 40s

    Create community around the Brooklyn Museum, expand your arts knowledge, and garner awareness and support for the Museum’s mission.

    Council for Feminist Art

    For those passionate about feminist art

    Champion the Museum’s groundbreaking collection and exhibitions of feminist art, and dive deeper with our curators.

    Council for African American Art

    For those passionate about African American art

    Support the Museum’s world-renowned collection and exhibitions featuring African American art, and go behind the scenes with our curators.

    Contemporary Art Committee

    For those passionate about contemporary art

    Shape the future of the Museum’s contemporary art collection and exhibitions, plus visit artists in their studios with Museum curators.

    Questions?

    For more information, contact patrons@brooklynmuseum.org or 718.501.6593.