Patrons are the stewards of The Met's future.

Patron Circles

Patrons represent the heart of philanthropy at The Met and provide critical support for the Museum.

The Founder's Circle

$1,500 per year

2 Member cards + 4 guests

Join The Founder's Circle to deepen your commitment and access to The Met.

In appreciation for your commitment and support, you will continue to receive unparalleled access to The Met’s curators, educators, conservators, and leadership; enjoy a unique insider’s view of one of the world’s most iconic museums, and receive a special invitation to celebrate Spring at The Met Cloisters. Full listing of benefits below

Within the limits prescribed by law, $404 is not tax-deductible
- Start your day at the Met! Morning Hours are an opportunity for all Members to view the latest special exhibition an hour before the Museum opens to the public. Morning Hours are every Thursday from 9-10am.
- Members with Opening Nights and Patrons are invited to 8 previews of special exhibitions per year; Members with Early Views and Evening Hours are invited to 5 previews per year, as well as previews for both costume exhibitions. All Members and Patrons are invited to preview the special exhibitions during Museum hours before they open to the public.
- The Met After Hours (1 in the Fall and 1 in the Spring) is an evening, from 6-9pm, in which we give $210-level Members and above special access to explore select areas of The Met after public hours. These nights focus on the museum’s permanent collection. Docents are spread throughout the galleries giving 5 minute spotlight chats. Small bites and beverages are available for purchase.
- Patrons are invited to 8 evening receptions per year to celebrate the opening of our special exhibitions. These evenings take place from 6-8 pm, and Members are invited to view the latest special exhibition and join us for a cocktail reception.
- Free Admission for 2 Member cardholders and 4 guests every visit (and children under 18)
- Start your day at the Met! Morning Hours are an opportunity for all Members to view the latest special exhibition an hour before the Museum opens to the public. Morning Hours are every Thursday from 9-10am.
- Members with Opening Nights and Patrons are invited to 8 previews of special exhibitions per year; Members with Early Views and Evening Hours are invited to 5 previews per year, as well as previews for both costume exhibitions. All Members and Patrons are invited to preview the special exhibitions during Museum hours before they open to the public.
- The Met After Hours (1 in the Fall and 1 in the Spring) is an evening, from 6-9pm, in which we give $210-level Members and above special access to explore select areas of The Met after public hours. These nights focus on the museum’s permanent collection. Docents are spread throughout the galleries giving 5 minute spotlight chats. Small bites and beverages are available for purchase.
- Patrons are invited to 8 evening receptions per year to celebrate the opening of our special exhibitions. These evenings take place from 6-8 pm, and Members are invited to view the latest special exhibition and join us for a cocktail reception.
- Patrons are invited to join us at The Met Cloisters for an opportunity to roam the galleries, hear curators and horticulturalists speak, and enjoy light bites and cocktails.
The Champion's Circle

$5,000 per year

2 Member cards + 4 guests

Join The Champion's Circle to engage with Museum experts and to ensure the future of The Met.

As valued members of our community, and to show our appreciation, you’ll receive special concierge level services to enrich your Museum experience, and invitations to the Inside the Met: Conversations and Concerts, a series of curator talks and musical performances. Full listing of benefits below.

Within the limits prescribed by law, $854 is not tax-deductible
- Start your day at the Met! Morning Hours are an opportunity for all Members to view the latest special exhibition an hour before the Museum opens to the public. Morning Hours are every Thursday from 9-10am.
- Members with Opening Nights and Patrons are invited to 8 previews of special exhibitions per year; Members with Early Views and Evening Hours are invited to 5 previews per year, as well as previews for both costume exhibitions. All Members and Patrons are invited to preview the special exhibitions during Museum hours before they open to the public.
- The Met After Hours (1 in the Fall and 1 in the Spring) is an evening, from 6-9pm, in which we give $210-level Members and above special access to explore select areas of The Met after public hours. These nights focus on the museum’s permanent collection. Docents are spread throughout the galleries giving 5 minute spotlight chats. Small bites and beverages are available for purchase.
- Patrons are invited to 8 evening receptions per year to celebrate the opening of our special exhibitions. These evenings take place from 6-8 pm, and Members are invited to view the latest special exhibition and join us for a cocktail reception.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Museum exhibitions and projects. Topics are chosen by the curators or experts in the field and may highlight an exhibition, the collection, or a particular artist or medium.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to enjoy a carefully curated selection of musical talent from across the globe. Programs and artists may complement an exhibition, the collection, or showcase an instrument, artist or musical style.
- Free Admission for 2 Member cardholders and 4 guests every visit (and children under 18)
- Start your day at the Met! Morning Hours are an opportunity for all Members to view the latest special exhibition an hour before the Museum opens to the public. Morning Hours are every Thursday from 9-10am.
- Members with Opening Nights and Patrons are invited to 8 previews of special exhibitions per year; Members with Early Views and Evening Hours are invited to 5 previews per year, as well as previews for both costume exhibitions. All Members and Patrons are invited to preview the special exhibitions during Museum hours before they open to the public.
- The Met After Hours (1 in the Fall and 1 in the Spring) is an evening, from 6-9pm, in which we give $210-level Members and above special access to explore select areas of The Met after public hours. These nights focus on the museum’s permanent collection. Docents are spread throughout the galleries giving 5 minute spotlight chats. Small bites and beverages are available for purchase.
- Patrons are invited to 8 evening receptions per year to celebrate the opening of our special exhibitions. These evenings take place from 6-8 pm, and Members are invited to view the latest special exhibition and join us for a cocktail reception.
- Patrons are invited to join us at The Met Cloisters for an opportunity to roam the galleries, hear curators and horticulturalists speak, and enjoy light bites and cocktails.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Museum exhibitions and projects. Topics are chosen by the curators or experts in the field and may highlight an exhibition, the collection, or a particular artist or medium.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to enjoy a carefully curated selection of musical talent from across the globe. Programs and artists may complement an exhibition, the collection, or showcase an instrument, artist or musical style.
- Recognition in The Met's Annual Report
The Leader's Circle

$10,000 per year

2 Member cards + 4 guests

Join The Leader's Circle to enrich the lives of many through ongoing support and leadership.

As a partner and part of our Met Family, we are eager to offer you special programs and access to help you engage with the Museum in a varied, deep, and meaningful way. Attend Evening with the Director; Marina Kellen French Director, Max Hollein, shares a behind-the-scenes update on the state of the Museum and personal vision, only for Leaders and President Circle Patrons. Full listing of benefits below.

Within the limits prescribed by law, $900 is not tax-deductible
- Start your day at the Met! Morning Hours are an opportunity for all Members to view the latest special exhibition an hour before the Museum opens to the public. Morning Hours are every Thursday from 9-10am.
- Members with Opening Nights and Patrons are invited to 8 previews of special exhibitions per year; Members with Early Views and Evening Hours are invited to 5 previews per year, as well as previews for both costume exhibitions. All Members and Patrons are invited to preview the special exhibitions during Museum hours before they open to the public.
- The Met After Hours (1 in the Fall and 1 in the Spring) is an evening, from 6-9pm, in which we give $210-level Members and above special access to explore select areas of The Met after public hours. These nights focus on the museum’s permanent collection. Docents are spread throughout the galleries giving 5 minute spotlight chats. Small bites and beverages are available for purchase.
- Patrons are invited to 8 evening receptions per year to celebrate the opening of our special exhibitions. These evenings take place from 6-8 pm, and Members are invited to view the latest special exhibition and join us for a cocktail reception.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Museum exhibitions and projects. Topics are chosen by the curators or experts in the field and may highlight an exhibition, the collection, or a particular artist or medium.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to enjoy a carefully curated selection of musical talent from across the globe. Programs and artists may complement an exhibition, the collection, or showcase an instrument, artist or musical style.
- Free Admission for 2 Member cardholders and 4 guests every visit (and children under 18)
- Start your day at the Met! Morning Hours are an opportunity for all Members to view the latest special exhibition an hour before the Museum opens to the public. Morning Hours are every Thursday from 9-10am.
- Members with Opening Nights and Patrons are invited to 8 previews of special exhibitions per year; Members with Early Views and Evening Hours are invited to 5 previews per year, as well as previews for both costume exhibitions. All Members and Patrons are invited to preview the special exhibitions during Museum hours before they open to the public.
- The Met After Hours (1 in the Fall and 1 in the Spring) is an evening, from 6-9pm, in which we give $210-level Members and above special access to explore select areas of The Met after public hours. These nights focus on the museum’s permanent collection. Docents are spread throughout the galleries giving 5 minute spotlight chats. Small bites and beverages are available for purchase.
- Patrons are invited to 8 evening receptions per year to celebrate the opening of our special exhibitions. These evenings take place from 6-8 pm, and Members are invited to view the latest special exhibition and join us for a cocktail reception.
- Patrons are invited to join us at The Met Cloisters for an opportunity to roam the galleries, hear curators and horticulturalists speak, and enjoy light bites and cocktails.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Museum exhibitions and projects. Topics are chosen by the curators or experts in the field and may highlight an exhibition, the collection, or a particular artist or medium.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to enjoy a carefully curated selection of musical talent from across the globe. Programs and artists may complement an exhibition, the collection, or showcase an instrument, artist or musical style.
- Recognition in The Met's Annual Report
The President's Circle

$25,000 per year

2 Member cards + 4 guests

Join The President's Circle to become the heart of philanthropy at the highest level of patronage.

At our highest level of giving, your contribution ensures the Museum will continue to thrive as a global beacon of creativity, knowledge, and ideas. In addition to the annual Evening with the Director with Marina Kellen French Director Max Hollein, join Museum President and CEO Daniel Weiss for an evening of unprecedented access: an in-person discussion with one of the leading visionaries and cultural leaders. Only for President Circle Patrons.

Within the limits prescribed by law, $1,455 is not tax-deductible
- Start your day at the Met! Morning Hours are an opportunity for all Members to view the latest special exhibition an hour before the Museum opens to the public. Morning Hours are every Thursday from 9-10am.
- Members with Opening Nights and Patrons are invited to 8 previews of special exhibitions per year; Members with Early Views and Evening Hours are invited to 5 previews per year, as well as previews for both costume exhibitions. All Members and Patrons are invited to preview the special exhibitions during Museum hours before they open to the public.
- The Met After Hours (1 in the Fall and 1 in the Spring) is an evening, from 6-9pm, in which we give $210-level Members and above special access to explore select areas of The Met after public hours. These nights focus on the museum’s permanent collection. Docents are spread throughout the galleries giving 5 minute spotlight chats. Small bites and beverages are available for purchase.
- Patrons are invited to 8 evening receptions per year to celebrate the opening of our special exhibitions. These evenings take place from 6-8 pm, and Members are invited to view the latest special exhibition and join us for a cocktail reception.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Museum exhibitions and projects. Topics are chosen by the curators or experts in the field and may highlight an exhibition, the collection, or a particular artist or medium.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to enjoy a carefully curated selection of musical talent from across the globe. Programs and artists may complement an exhibition, the collection, or showcase an instrument, artist or musical style.
- Free Admission for 2 Member cardholders and 4 guests every visit (and children under 18)
- Start your day at the Met! Morning Hours are an opportunity for all Members to view the latest special exhibition an hour before the Museum opens to the public. Morning Hours are every Thursday from 9-10am.
- Members with Opening Nights and Patrons are invited to 8 previews of special exhibitions per year; Members with Early Views and Evening Hours are invited to 5 previews per year, as well as previews for both costume exhibitions. All Members and Patrons are invited to preview the special exhibitions during Museum hours before they open to the public.
- The Met After Hours (1 in the Fall and 1 in the Spring) is an evening, from 6-9pm, in which we give $210-level Members and above special access to explore select areas of The Met after public hours. These nights focus on the museum’s permanent collection. Docents are spread throughout the galleries giving 5 minute spotlight chats. Small bites and beverages are available for purchase.
- Patrons are invited to 8 evening receptions per year to celebrate the opening of our special exhibitions. These evenings take place from 6-8 pm, and Members are invited to view the latest special exhibition and join us for a cocktail reception.
- Patrons are invited to join us at The Met Cloisters for an opportunity to roam the galleries, hear curators and horticulturalists speak, and enjoy light bites and cocktails.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Museum exhibitions and projects. Topics are chosen by the curators or experts in the field and may highlight an exhibition, the collection, or a particular artist or medium.
- Champions Circle Patrons and above are invited to enjoy a carefully curated selection of musical talent from across the globe. Programs and artists may complement an exhibition, the collection, or showcase an instrument, artist or musical style.
- Recognition in The Met's Annual Report
- VIP tour, by appointment
- Access to exhibition Press Previews
- Special programs with access to Museum curators
- Exclusive concierge services for all Museum programs

Core Benefits:

Access to the Balcony Lounge and Patron Lounge
Access to Curator's Cut Archive
Reciprocal Benefits at 16 museums nationwide

Museum Discounts:

10% discount on all public restaurants and venues at The Met Fifth Avenue and at The Met Cloisters (excluding all alcoholic beverages)
10% off at The Met Store, plus seasonal 20% off
10% off Museum parking

Insider Updates:

Print and Digital Quarterly Metropolitan Museum of Art Bulletin
Invitations to Members-only in person and virtual events
Member email newsletter
Quarterly What's On calendar

When do Memberships begin and can I delay the start?

Your Membership is active from the date of purchase. Memberships cannot be delayed and are active from the date of purchase. We recommend purchasing your personal or gift Membership closer to the date you would like it to begin.
Can I purchase a Membership as a gift?

A Membership at The Met makes the perfect gift for all occasions! Select the level you'd like from the options at the top of the page, and you'll be able to enter the recipient's information on the next page.
How long does it take to receive Membership Cards and can I visit without one?

Membership cards take about 4-6 weeks to arrive. Members may always visit and shop without their card. If you do not have your card for an upcoming visit, please check in at our Membership Desk or any admissions desk with your ID number or name.
How many guests can I bring to events?

For all Patron-exclusive events such as Evening Receptions, The Spring Garden Party, and the Inside The Met series, your invitation admits two people total. For Member Morning Hours and Exhibition Previews held during Museum hours, you are welcome to bring as many guests as your Membership includes (four guests in addition to two Patron cardholders).

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Terms and Conditions

Please note that contributions are not refundable or transferable. All categories, benefits, and prices are subject to change. Membership benefits may not be refunded, resold, exchanged, or transferred. Admissions tickets and membership benefits may not be used for group visits. By visiting the Museum, you agree to comply with our our Visitor Guidelines.

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Patrons are the stewards of The Met's future.

Patron Circles

Patrons represent the heart of philanthropy at The Met and provide critical support for the Museum.

The Founder's Circle

The Champion's Circle

The Leader's Circle

The President's Circle

When do Memberships begin and can I delay the start?

Can I purchase a Membership as a gift?

How long does it take to receive Membership Cards and can I visit without one?

Contact Us

Terms and Conditions