Friends of The Met

Friends of The Met brings together a diverse group of individuals looking for a closer connection to The Met who share a keen intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn more about the collection, the curators, and the conservators. This group gathers four times a year for behind-the-scenes tours, curator-led discussions, and private cocktail receptions in the galleries. Friends also receive invitations to additional events organized across the Museum. Through annual dues, Friends of The Met provides essential operating support for all facets of the Museum's activities, including its exhibitions, conservation efforts, and educational programs.

Annual dues: $6,000 (a portion of dues is tax-deductible)

Friends of The Met also receive the benefits of a Patron Circle Membership at The Met, including:

• free, express admission to all of The Met's locations with up to four accompanied guests;
• special access to the collection and new exhibitions during Morning Hours, Preview Days, Evening Receptions, and The Met After Hours;
• invitations to Members-only events, concerts, and curator talks;
• access to the Members-only spaces in the Museum;
• 10% discount on all public restaurants and venues at The Met, The Met Cloisters, and The Met Store;
• subscriptions to the What's On calendar and The Metropolitan Museum of Art Bulletin; and
• reciprocal benefits at sixteen museums nationwide.

Membership is offered by invitation only.

For more information, please contact the Development Department at 212-650-2075 or Friends.groups@metmuseum.org.