BE EXCEPTIONAL – JOIN THE BEMIS CENTER
Since 1981, our members have helped us to sustain our mission to support exceptional talent and we are honored that so many people choose to become active members and supporters each year. As an artist-centered organization, we seek to perpetually give the institution to artists, and through our Artist-in-Residence, Exhibitions and Community Arts programs, we achieve our mission by providing time, space and direct support for artists internationally and in our community.
We believe that everyone deserves access to contemporary art and that’s why the Bemis Center remains free and open to the public. Programming in the form of lectures, open studios, podcasts, interactive community art projects and performances seek to challenge and engage our community while bridging gaps between significant civil issues and the potential for public art to effect positive change.
Not a member? Join us in supporting creativity and the creative process and BECOME A MEMBER of the Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts.
Your gift enables us to support artists directly and continue to engage our community with innovative programming and a series of spectacular exhibitions and events. Our members enjoy benefits including:
- Invitations and exhibition mailers as part of our VIP mailing list.
- Discounts on merchandise and admission to special events including our upcoming Annual Art Auction.
- 10% off art sales (excluding fundraisers) through the Art Sales program.
- Discounts on Art Management services, including art collection inventory and management.
- And most of all, the knowledge that your contribution makes a difference in our community.
Support Levels:
Student $20
Support cutting edge contemporary art while sustaining local art, music and culture in a creative atmosphere. Student eligibility required with valid student ID.
100% of your membership is tax deductible.
Individual $35
Interact with access to international artists and receive invitations to exhibitions, members-only receptions and discount admission to special events and programs including, Gallery Talks, Open Studios and our monthly Art Talk lecture series.
100% of your membership is tax deductible.
Dual $65
The above benefits:
+ Two individuals can take advantage of contemporary art programming that brings the creative process to life.
100% of your membership is tax deductible.
Family $100
The above benefits:
+ Two individuals, plus membership for children under 18, will enjoy engaging exhibitions, private gallery tours.
100% of your membership is tax deductible.
Donor $250
The above benefits:
+ Enjoy a limited edition, signed lithograph, Venus by Tony Berlant.
100% of your membership is tax deductible.
Patron $500
The above benefits:
+ Receive two special reservations ($100 value) to our annual art auction and invitation only art auction preview reception. Also take a private tour of the Bemis Center’s artist-in-residence studios and experience the creative process. Please call ahead to schedule a tour.
$400 of your membership is tax deductible.
Contributor $1,000
The above benefits:
+ Get a one hour art consultation from a qualified Bemis Center associate.
$750 of your membership is tax deductible.
Benefactor $2,500+
The above benefits:
+ The opportunity to host elegant events in the Bemis Center’s galleries for a private functions, corporate cocktail receptions or holiday parties. Space limited to 150 guests. Also receive an invitation for two to our annual Benefactors’ party.
$1,500 of your membership is tax deductible.
