Patron Society
Patrons are among the Museum’s most generous annual donors and experience a shared connection to the Museum enhanced by a host of offerings that bring art into daily life. Our Patrons genuinely believe in our mission and directly support the exhibitions, installations, and films our community experiences daily. The Patron Society is an important component to advancing the Museum as a cultural resource in the Pacific Northwest.
In recognition of their generosity, Patrons have access to a host of benefits that deepen their involvement with the Museum. More information about these benefits are available below.
Please note: If you would like to join or renew your Patron membership through your donor-advised fund (DAF), or a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) from your IRA, you must decline all benefits associated with the contribution. Consistent with IRS rules, the Portland Art Museum cannot provide membership benefits that have value for tax purposes in return for DAF grants or QCD gifts. If you have additional questions, please consult your tax advisor.
Double your impact.
Matching gifts are an easy way to double (sometimes even triple!) your donation to the Portland Art Museum. Many organizations financially match their employees’ gifts to nonprofit organizations like the Museum. Check with your Human Resources department for more information.
Please contact development@pam.org for more information.
Giving beyond the base amount listed for each level? Please call (503) 276-4203 instead of using the online form.
Select from the options below to view details about each level.
Join/Renew Benefactor
- Two membership cards offering unlimited free admission for two.
- Invitations to exclusive Patron Society events, including the annual gala, exhibition previews, and behind-the-scenes tours.
- Customized travel opportunities to some of the world’s best public and private art collections and off-the-beaten path art destinations.
- View and discuss local private collections in their unique residential settings through the Art Salon series.
- Recognition in the Members’ Magazine, on the website, and on donor recognition screens in the Museum.
- Personalized service through the Development office.
- Six guest admission passes.
- A Dual gift membership for the recipient of your choice.
- A special exhibition catalogue.
- Reciprocal member privileges at other museums nationwide.
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop.
- All the benefits of basic membership including discounts on special programs and lectures, the opportunity to join an Art Council, and a subscription to the Members’ Magazine.
Join/Renew Guarantor
- Complimentary membership in one Museum Art Council.
- Two membership cards offering unlimited free admission for two.
- Invitations to exclusive Patron Society events, including the annual gala, exhibition previews, and behind-the-scenes tours.
- Customized travel opportunities to some of the world’s best public and private art collections and off-the-beaten path art destinations.
- View and discuss local private collections in their unique residential settings through the Art Salon series.
- Recognition in the Members’ Magazine, on the website, and on donor recognition screens in the Museum.
- Personalized service through the Development office.
- Six guest admission passes.
- A Dual gift membership for the recipient of your choice.
- A special exhibition catalogue.
- Reciprocal member privileges at other museums nationwide.
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop.
- All the benefits of basic membership including discounts on special programs and lectures, the opportunity to join an Art Council, and a subscription to the Members’ Magazine.
Join/Renew Leadership Circle
- Two elegant membership cards offering unlimited free admission for four.
- Priority admission to all special exhibitions.
- Opportunity to bring two additional guests to Patron Society events.
- Private docent-led tour for up to 12 people, by appointment.
- Enjoy special unveilings of recent acquisitions with the Director and curators.
- Advance notification and priority registration for trips, Art Salons, and galas.
- Complimentary membership in two Museum Art Councils.
- Invitations to exclusive Patron Society events, including the annual gala, exhibition previews, and behind-the-scenes tours.
- Customized travel opportunities to some of the world’s best public and private art collections and off-the-beaten path art destinations.
- View and discuss local private collections in their unique residential settings through the Art Salon series.
- Recognition in the Members’ Magazine, on the website, and on donor recognition screens in the Museum.
- Personalized service through the Development office.
- Six guest admission passes.
- A Dual gift membership for the recipient of your choice.
- A special exhibition catalogue.
- Reciprocal member privileges at other museums nationwide.
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop.
- All the benefits of basic membership including discounts on special programs and lectures, the opportunity to join an Art Council, and a subscription to the Members’ Magazine.
Join/Renew Director’s Circle
- Complimentary parking while on the Museum’s campus.
- Access to the Museum on closed days, by appointment.
- Special access to art museums across the U.S. and Europe, by request (participating institutions vary).
- Travel with Director on specially curated trips.
- Private consultation with curators on personal art acquisition and collecting, by appointment.
- VIP seating at annual gala dinner.
- Private curator-led tour tailored to your interests for up to 12 people, by appointment.
- Free admission to lectures with reserved seating.
- Invitations to press previews.
- Host one special occasion at the Museum with a 10% discount
- on the rental fee (catering not included).
- Personalized service through the Director’s office.
- Two elegant membership cards offering unlimited free admission for four.
- Invitations to exclusive Patron Society events, including the annual gala, exhibition previews, and behind-the-scenes tours.
- Customized travel opportunities to to some of the world’s best public and private art collections and off-the-beaten path art destinations.
- View and discuss local private collections in their unique residential settings through the Art Salon series.
- Recognition in the Members’ Magazine, on the website, and on donor recognition screens in the Museum.
- Personalized service through the Development office.
- Six guest admission passes.
- A Dual gift membership for the recipient of your choice.
- A special exhibition catalogue.
- Reciprocal member privileges at other museums nationwide.
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop.
- All the benefits of basic membership including discounts on special programs and lectures, the opportunity to join an Art Council, and a subscription to the Members’ Magazine.
- Priority admission to all special exhibitions.
- Opportunity to bring two additional guests to Patron Society events.
- Private docent-led tour for up to 12 people, by appointment.
- Enjoy special unveilings of recent acquisitions with the Director and curators.
- Advance notification and priority registration for trips, Art Salons, and galas.
- Complimentary membership in two Museum Art Councils.
Join/Renew Chairman’s Circle
- Invitation to an annual dinner with the Executive Director and Board Chair.
- Host one special occasion at the Museum with a 25% discount on the rental fee (catering not included).
- Professional consultation with Museum conservators, by appointment.
- Private tour of the vault for up to eight people, by appointment.
- Two elegant membership cards offering unlimited free admission for four.
- Invitations to exclusive Patron Society events, including the annual gala, exhibition previews, and behind-the-scenes tours.
- Customized travel opportunities to to some of the world’s best public and private art collections and off-the-beaten path art destinations.
- View and discuss local private collections in their unique residential settings through the Art Salon series.
- Recognition in the Members’ Magazine, on the website, and on donor recognition screens in the Museum.
- Personalized service through the Development office.
- Six guest admission passes.
- A Dual gift membership for the recipient of your choice.
- A special exhibition catalogue.
- Reciprocal member privileges at other museums nationwide.
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop.
- All the benefits of basic membership including discounts on special programs and lectures, the opportunity to join an Art Council, and a subscription to the Members’ Magazine.
- Priority admission to all special exhibitions.
- Opportunity to bring two additional guests to Patron Society events.
- Private docent-led tour for up to 12 people, by appointment.
- Enjoy special unveilings of recent acquisitions with the Director and curators.
- Advance notification and priority registration for trips, Art Salons, and galas.
- Complimentary membership in two Museum Art Councils.
- Complimentary parking while on the Museum’s campus.
- Access to the Museum on closed days, by appointment.
- Special access to art museums across the U.S. and Europe, by request (participating institutions vary).
- Travel with Director on specially curated trips.
- Private consultation with curators on personal art acquisition and collecting, by appointment.
- VIP seating at annual gala dinner.
- Private curator-led tour tailored to your interests for up to 12 people, by appointment.
- Free admission to lectures with reserved seating.
- Invitations to press previews.
- Personalized service through the Director’s office.