Membership

Through the support and dedication of our members, the Whitney has supported the careers of living American artists, long before they have received history’s stamp of approval. When you become a member, you’ll continue to make American art matter, as well as enable the Whitney to continue making bold, forward-thinking choices in exhibiting the work of new artists.

Members are a part of the art-making process at the opening for Rudolf Stingel. © Matthew Carasella

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upcoming member events Full calendar

Sun., Mar. 21 9–11 AM	Member Events: All members Morning Viewing Hours: 2010, the Whitney Biennial

Wed., Mar. 24 7–9 PM	Contemporaries Event: Contemporaries Patrons A “Project Meeting” on 2010, the Whitney Biennial

Sat., Apr. 10 6:30–8:30 PM	Member Events: All members Member Saturday Nights

Sat., May 8 12–2 PM	Contemporaries Event: All Contemporaries Collecting on a Budget with Diane Brown

PAST MEMBER EVENTS

Members at Full House: Views of the Whitney’s Collection at 75 (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 29–September 3, 2006).

Members at the Whitney Biennial 2006 (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, March 2–May 28, 2006).

Artist Phoebe Washburn discusses her work in the studio with Whitney members.

Installation view of Picasso and American Art (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, September 28, 2006–January 28, 2007).

Alice Pratt Brown Director Adam D. Weinberg in dialogue with artist Corin Hewitt, over breakfast.

Members enjoy a sneak peek of Kara Walker: My Complement, My Enemy, My Oppressor, My Love (Whitney Museum of American Art, October 11, 2007–February 3, 2008) during the opening reception.

Members at the opening of Rudolf Stingel (Whitney Museum of American Art, June 28–October 14, 2007).

Installation view of Alexander Calder: The Paris Years, 1926–1933 (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, October 16–February 15, 2009).

Installation view of Rudolf Stingel (Whitney Museum of American Art, New York, June 28–October 14, 2007)

Members at the Jenny Holzer: PROTECT PROTECT (Whitney Museum of American Art, March 12–May 31, 2009).

The crowd at a recent membership opening enjoys the reception in the Lower Gallery.

Members dancing to the music of DJ SheRock.

A group of friends enjoying a members-only exhibition opening reception.

member benefits

Learn all about the unique benefits available to Whitney members, and choose the level of membership that’s right for you! More info

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at last year’s prices!

For the first time in ten years, we are increasing the costs of certain memberships. We are extending the opportunity to renew at last year’s prices through March 31 to our current members. Please call us at (212) 570-3641 to renew your membership!

uptown/downtown neighborhood discount program

The Whitney’s Uptown/Downtown Neighborhood Discount Program is a special benefit for Whitney members. Simply use your membership card to receive your exclusive discounts. Read more

Whitney Contemporaries

If you’re a young New Yorker who’s considering a Whitney membership, take a look at all the exclusive benefits associated with our young patron group: the Whitney Contemporaries. Read more

learn more about whitney patron groups

In addition to our general membership levels, there are a variety of patron groups that are designed to align your interests with the Museum’s mission to promote living artists and American art of the twentieth- and twenty-first century. Join now to gain insider access to exhibitions, artists, and programs at the core of the Whitney’s mission. Read more

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When you join the Whitney, you’re joining a community of art lovers in New York and around the world. Follow us on Facebook, Flickr, Twitter, and YouTube to stay on top of the latest events and announcements. You can also show your support for the Museum by registering for a free account on this website: Receive email notifications, create online art collections, share upcoming events, and more. Plus, don’t miss Whitney After Hours (pay-what-you-wish admission on Friday evenings). Read more