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.
- Become A Member Today
- View a membership brochure
- Read more about the programs your membership supports
For more information call 619-550-5955 or email membership@timkenmuseum.org.
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Membership Levels
Friend $100
- Annual membership for two individuals
- 20% discount on Museum Store merchandise
- Priority museum access during high-traffic exhibitions and events
- Discounted tickets and advance notification to the Timken's events and programs
- Discounted tickets an priority reservations for Art Excursions
- Invitation to "Modernist" summer exhibition openings
- Private docent-guided tour for up to 15 guests
- Reciprocal Membership privileges at the ROAM nationwide museum network. View the full list.
Patron $250
All benefits of the Friend level, plus:
- Additional Reciprocal Membership privileges at the NARM nationwide museum network. View the full list.
Conservator $500
All benefits of the Patron level, plus:
- Invitation to VIP exhibition opening receptions
Connoisseur $1,000
All benefits of the Conservator 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
- Name listing on donor board within the Museum
Putnam Circle $2,500
All benefits of the Connoisseur level, plus:
- Special invitation to private Timken receptions throughout the year
- Two complimentary tickets for the annual Art in the Evening lecture series
- Private behind-the-scenes tour of the Timken and a 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 for up to 20 people
- Two additional invitations to the annual Timken Holiday Party (four total tickets)
Director's Circle $7,500
All benefits of the Timken Circle, plus:
- Private lunch for four guests with the executive director
- Concierge service and ticket assistance for special exhibitions nationwide
- Exclusive invitation to view exhibitions prior to opening
Rembrandt Society $10,000
All benefits of the Director's Circle, plus:
- Private lunch for six guests with the executive director and director of curatorial affairs
- Invitation to elite gatherings with prestigious artists and art-world figures
- Two additional invitations to the annual Timken Holiday Party (six total tickets)
- Event valet parking
