Membership Starts Here

Membership Starts Here

Membership at The Met offers a rich variety of benefits that give you a deeper connection with the art in our galleries. From free admission and guests on every visit, to Member Preview Days for new exhibitions and discounts on dining and shopping, it’s all waiting for you as a Member. Choose the level that inspires you below.

Members and their guest(s) are invited to see the newest exhibitions before the Museum opens to the public during Weekend Member Morning s on Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 to 10 am.

Your Member card is your ticket! No advance reservations or timed tickets are required. Use the Member entrance at 81st Street and Fifth Avenue. Once inside, present your Membership card and proceed directly to the Museum galleries and enjoy!

One iconic Museum. Many Membership possibilities.

Membership

$110 - $600

Free entry for Members
+ 1-4 guests
Private access to exhibitions outside of public hours
Dining and store discounts

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Patron Circles

$1,500 - $25,000

All Membership benefits
Private viewing of the spring Costume Institute exhibition
Spring Garden Party at The Met Cloisters

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The Apollo Circle

$1,200 - $3,500

All Membership benefits
Young Member Events
The Met Apollo Circle Benefit

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The Met Family Circle

$4,000

All Membership benefits
Private family gallery tour
Priority registration for art classes

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The Met's Friends Groups

$2,500 - $15,000

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All Membership benefits
Invitations to first viewings with curators
Seminars and talks

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Members are invited to preview Manet/Degas before it opens to the public!

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Member Discounts

Members Enjoy 15% off at The Met Store, plus seasonal 30% off

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Weekend Member Mornings

Experience select special exhibitions without the crowds.

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PUBLICATIONS

The Met Quarterly Bulletin for Members

Members enjoy this quarterly scholarly publication which focuses on extraordinary works and themes in The Met's collection or exhibitions.

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New! Spotlight Sneak Peek for Members

Spotlight features new perspectives on a single work from The Met collection each month. Members get a sneak peek of the newest episode each month!

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Patron Circles

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