Become a Friend of the Timken today!
Experience the Timken as a member. Exclusive privileges include invitations to member-only events, discounts, priority notice to special events and trips, and more! Members and donors provide financial support for enrichment programs that make the Timken an important—and free—resource.
Request a membership brochure, JOIN ONLINE, or read more about the programs your membership supports.
FRIENDS OF THE TIMKEN
Connect with a community of art enthusiasts by joining the Friends of the Timken.
Friend $100
- Annual membership for two individuals
- 20% discount on museum merchandise
- Unlimited free audio tour rental for two
- Discounted tickets for the Art in the Evening lecture series
- Discounted tickets and priority reservations for Study Day trips
- Advanced notification of Art in the Morning lectures and Art in the Afternoon gallery talks
- Private docent guided tour for up to 15 guests
Conservator $250
All benefits at the Friend level, plus:
- Two complimentary tickets to attend an Art in the Evening lecture
- Reciprocal membership at over 682 art museums nationwide. View participants here.
- Access to services provided by the Balboa Art Conservation Center
Curator $500
All benefits at the Conservator level, plus:
- One complimentary Gallery Guide
- Two additional complimentary tickets to attend an Art in the Evening lecture (four total tickets)
- Invitation to members-only exhibition openings
Connoisseur $1,000
All benefits at the Curator level, plus:
- Exclusive invitation for two to attend the annual Timken Holiday Party
- One complimentary Collection Catalogue
- Invitation to Timken international travel opportunities
- 50% discount on new Gift Memberships
- Special acknowledgment on donor sign in the museum foyer
CIRCLE PARTNERS
Circle Partners is the Timken’s premiere membership group. Enjoy all the benefits as Friends of the Timken, plus:
Putnam Circle $2,500
- Invitation to VIP exhibition opening receptions
- Curatorial consultation on personal art acquisition or collection
- Two complimentary tickets for the annual Art in the Evening lecture series
- Special invitation to private Timken receptions throughout the year
- Private behind-the-scenes tour of the Timken and special reception with the executive director for up to eight guests
Timken Circle $5,000
All benefits of the Putnam Circle, plus:
- Privilege of hosting a private event at the Timken
- Two additional invitations to the annual Timken Holiday Party (four total tickets)
- Exclusive invitation to view exhibitions prior to opening
- Concierge service and ticket assistance for special exhibitions nationwide
Director’s Circle $10,000
All benefits of the Timken Circle, plus:
- Private lunch for four guests with the executive director
- Two complimentary tickets to attend Study Day trips
- Invitation to elite gatherings with prestigious artists and art-world figures
Founder’s Circle $25,000
All benefits of the Director’s Circle, plus:
- Complimentary $1,000 Connoisseur membership to give as a gift
- Two complimentary exhibition dinner tickets with VIP seating at the executive director’s table
- Two additional invitations to the annual Timken Holiday Party (six total tickets)
For more information, view our Membership Q&A or contact Member Services
Membership Department
(619) 239-5548 x108
membership@timkenmuseum.org
