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Unlock a world of design.
Become a member of Design Museum Foundation to unlock a world of design. Design is everywhere and so are we — promoting the role of design, educating the public, and providing a voice to the design industry as a whole. Through our exhibitions, events, and outreach programs, Design Museum Foundation provides creative opportunities to learn about, engage with, and experience design at amazing locations all over the country. Your annual membership guarantees sustainable support for the museum which helps us deliver on our public mission.
Design Museum Foundation now offers monthly, quarterly, and annual membership payment plans — making it easier than ever to support your Design Museum.
For questions about museum membership, contact us at info@designmuseumfoundation.org or 1.888.287.0167.
Design Museum Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Your membership is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Our tax-exempt number is 27-0816164.
Annual Membership Options
- Director’s Circle Platinum $1,670/month
- Director’s Circle Gold $835
- Director’s Circle Silver $420/month
- Director’s Circle Bronze $210/month
- Patron $85/month
- Advocate $42/month
- Friend $21/month
- Dual Membership $8/month
- Individual $5/month
- Student $3/month
Enjoy all that the museum has to offer as a member of our Director’s Circle.
Join & setup your payment plan: $1,670/month, $5,000/quarter, or $20,000/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
40 Individual/Guest Membership Cards
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Design Museum Foundation T-Shirts
Design Museum Foundation Tote Bags
Thank You/Recognition in Annual Report
Thank You/Recognition on Museum Website
Founder’s Tour at Every Exhibition
Invitations to Special Donor Events (galas/parties)
Guided Field Trips to Unique Design Locations
Thank You Signage/Recognition at Exhibitions & Events
Hold Private Events at Exhibitions
Host Museum Director Speaking Engagements
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Enjoy all that the museum has to offer as a member of our Director’s Circle.
Join & setup your payment plan: $835/month, $2,500/quarter, or $10,000/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
10 Director’s Circle Membership Cards
20 Individual/Guest Membership Cards
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Design Museum Foundation T-Shirts
Design Museum Foundation Tote Bags
Thank You/Recognition in Annual Report
Thank You/Recognition on Museum Website
Founder’s Tour at Every Exhibition
Invitations to Special Donor Events (galas/parties)
Guided Field Trips to Unique Design Locations
Thank You Signage/Recognition at Exhibitions & Events
Hold Private Events at Exhibitions
Host Museum Director Speaking Engagements
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Enjoy all that the museum has to offer as a member of our Director’s Circle.
Join & setup your payment plan: $420/month, $1,250/quarter, or $5,000/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
8 Director’s Circle Membership Cards
10 Individual/Guest Membership Cards
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Design Museum Foundation T-Shirts
Design Museum Foundation Tote Bags
Thank You/Recognition in Annual Report
Thank You/Recognition on Museum Website
Founder’s Tour at Every Exhibition
Invitations to Special Donor Events (galas/parties)
Guided Field Trips to Unique Design Locations
Thank You Signage/Recognition at Exhibitions & Events
Hold Private Events at Exhibitions
Host Museum Director Speaking Engagements
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Enjoy all that the museum has to offer as a member of our Director’s Circle.
Join & setup your payment plan: $210/month, $625/quarter, or $2,500/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
6 Director’s Circle Membership Cards
5 Individual/Guest Membership Cards
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Design Museum Foundation T-Shirts
Design Museum Foundation Tote Bags
Thank You/Recognition in Annual Report
Thank You/Recognition on Museum Website
Founder’s Tour at Every Exhibition
Invitations to Special Donor Events (galas/parties)
Guided Field Trips to Unique Design Locations
Thank You Signage/Recognition at Exhibitions & Events
Hold Private Events at Exhibitions
Host Museum Director Speaking Engagements
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Take part in our exclusive Field Trips and other special events with a Patron membership.
Join & setup your payment plan: $85/month, $250/quarter, or $1,000/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
4 Patron Membership Cards
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Design Museum Foundation T-Shirts
Design Museum Foundation Tote Bags
Thank You/Recognition in Annual Report
Thank You/Recognition on Museum Website
Founder’s Tour at Every Exhibition
Invitations to Special Donor Events (galas/parties)
Guided Field Trips to Unique Design Locations
Tax Deductible Contribution
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Advocate members receive additional event tickets for guests and special tours for inside access to our exhibitions.
Join & setup your payment plan: $42/month, $125/quarter, or $500/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
2 Advocate Membership Cards
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Design Museum Foundation T-Shirts
Design Museum Foundation Tote Bags
Thank You/Recognition in Annual Report
Thank You/Recognition on Museum Website
Founder’s Tour at Every Exhibition
Tax Deductible Contribution
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Show off your love of design with Design Museum t-shirts and tote bags, and receive recognition as a museum supporter.
Join & setup your payment plan: $21/month, $63/quarter, or $250/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
2 Friend Membership Cards
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Design Museum Foundation T-Shirts
Design Museum Foundation Tote Bags
Thank You/Recognition in Annual Report
Thank You/Recognition on Museum Website
Tax Deductible Contribution
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Perfect for couples, friends, or those who want to bring guests, a Dual membership gives you all of the benefits of an Individual membership to share.
Join & setup your payment plan: $8/month, $24/quarter, or $95/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
2 Dual Membership Cards
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Tax Deductible Contribution
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Receive access to members-only events, get free tickets, and enjoy special discounts at our Museum Store and from our Membership Partners.
Join & setup your payment plan: $5/month, $15/quarter, or $60/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
1 Individual Membership Card
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Tax Deductible Contribution
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain
Museum membership at an affordable rate for students.
Join & setup your payment plan: $3/month, $8/quarter, or $30/year — whatever works best for you!
Membership Benefits
1 Student Membership Card
Design Museum Magazine
Receive our new, quarterly print magazine
Member-Only Opening Receptions
Free or Discounted Event Tickets
Tax Deductible Contribution
Membership Partner Discounts
MOO
20% off all printing at MOO.com
Designers & Books
30-50% off at Designers & Books Online Book Fair
Ministry of Supply
15% off products online
American Graphics Institute
20% off courses
Modern Bite
15% off online purchases
.design
Free .design domain