Give the Gift of Membership at PAFA

Share the joy of art and support America’s first school and museum of fine arts, founded in 1805

Celebrate art and give the gift of membership to America’s first school and museum of fine arts, established in 1805! PAFA members enjoy complimentary admission, exclusive member programming and events, plus discounts on Museum Store purchases, Continuing Education classes, Summer Art Camp, and more. 

Giving a PAFA membership isn’t just a gift—it’s an investment in art, education, and community. Your gift helps strengthen PAFA’s historic collections and special exhibitions, expand public programming, and promote arts education throughout Philadelphia.

Celebrate creativity, inspire a love of art, and make an impact—give the gift of PAFA membership today.

Membership Levels

ALL MEMBERS ENJOY:

  • Invitations to members-only programs and exhibition previews
  • Free or discounted admission to all ticketed public programs
  • 20% discount on select items at the PAFA Museum Store
  • PAFA Member Monthly email newsletter

INDIVIDUAL $85 (fully tax-deductible)

All general member benefits, plus:

  • Unlimited free admission for one adult to the permanent collection and all special exhibitions
  • Other exciting discounts and opportunities throughout the year
     

PURCHASE A GIFT MEMBERSHIP

 

DUAL $110 (fully tax-deductible)

All Individual-level benefits for two (2) adults
 

PURCHASE A GIFT MEMBERSHIP

 

DUAL PLUS $150 ($60 is tax-deductible) Best Value!

All benefits for two (2) adults and all children 18 and under in the household, plus:

  • Six (6) guest passes
  • 10% discount on Continuing Education classes
  • Discounts and early registration for youth classes and camps
     

PURCHASE A GIFT MEMBERSHIP

 

AMBASSADOR $210 ($84 is tax-deductible)

All Dual Plus-level benefits, plus:

  • Two (2) additional guest passes for a total of eight (8) guest passes
  • Reciprocal membership to 1,400+ museums in North America through ROAM and the NARM programs
     

PURCHASE A GIFT MEMBERSHIP

 

PATRON $300 ($120 is tax-deductible)

All Ambassador-level benefits, plus:

  • Two (2) additional guest passes for a total of ten (10) guest passes
  • Invitation for two (2) to exhibition openings
     

PURCHASE A GIFT MEMBERSHIP

 

BENEFACTOR $500 ($320 is tax-deductible)

All Patron-level benefits, plus:

  • Select PAFA exhibition catalogue
  • Access to private collections, behind-the-scenes experiences, and Peale Circle Trips
     

PURCHASE A GIFT MEMBERSHIP
 

 

We're so excited you're planning to visit PAFA! 

Make time for art — visit us Thursday to Sunday.
Before reserving your tickets, please review helpful information about museum hours, accessibility, building access, and special admission programs. 

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If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at visitorservices@pafa.org — we’d love to help!

 

 

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