Membership is for everyone. With unlimited free admission for one year, feel at home in the galleries, explore new exhibitions, or share the comprehensive collection with visiting friends and family. Membership also supports access to art and design from ancient times to the present day for others in the galleries and beyond. We offer additional membership options for Rhode Island Artists, recent RISD graduates, newly naturalized U.S. citizens, colleges and universities, and libraries and community organizations.
All youth and children aged 18 and under are always invited to visit the RISD Museum free of admission fees.
For questions, call the membership office at 401 454 6322.
Benefits for card-holding Members
- Free admission to the Museum for one year
- 10% discounts at RISD Store, RISD Continuing Education, and Café Pearl
- Discounts and advance registration for programs
- Invitations to events and members-only trips
- Subscription to the Museum newsletter mailing and Connect, our e-newsletter
- Membership in the College and University Art Museums Reciprocal Program.
Card-holding Members have access to over 1,000 museums nationwide through our three reciprocal programs, depending on membership level. Learn more
RISD Museum Membership Levels
Select a level below to view additional benefits, join, or give as a gift
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ARTIST - $40
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Discounted rate for one adult who identifies as an artist or designer
- INDIVIDUAL - $60
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One adult
- PLUS ONE - $85
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One adult plus one guest every visit
Card-holding member must be present to admit guest - HOUSEHOLD - $85
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Two adults in the same household
- FRIEND - $175
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Two adults in the same household
- Membership in the Art Museum Reciprocal Network (30+ museums nationwide)
- DONORS’ CIRCLE - $250
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Two adults in the same household
- Membership in the Art Museum Reciprocal Network (30+ museums nationwide)
- Membership in the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (1,000+ museums nationwide)
- CURATORS’ CIRCLE - $500
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Two adults in the same household
- Membership in the Art Museum Reciprocal Network (30+ museums nationwide)
- Membership in the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (1,000+ museums nationwide)
- Invitations to Museum travel opportunities
- Subscription to Manual, a journal about art and its making
- Radeke Circle - $1,500 +
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Radeke Circle members provide critical support for the Museum’s core curatorial, educational, and community activities. In addition to all the benefits above, Radeke Circle members enjoy special access and additional opportunities to engage with the director and curators. For more information, contact Museum Development at 401 709 8659.
Two adults in the same household, up to four adults admitted every visit.
- Membership in the Art Museum Reciprocal Network (30+ museums nationwide)
- Membership in the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (1,000+ museums nationwide)
- Invitations to Museum travel opportunities
- Subscription to Manual, a journal about art and it’s making
- One-time guest passes to share with friends and family
- Invitations to special events and behind-the-scenes opportunities
- Personal invitation to join the director and curators for more intimate events and special travel opportunities
- Borrowing privileges at RISD’s Fleet Library
- A private tour with the Museum director or curator (by request)
Access Membership Options
- RI Artist Membership - $0
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The RISD Museum remains deeply engaged with its creative community and supports the cultivation of artists, designers, and makers of all kinds through its collection, exhibitions, publications, programming, and, since 2015, the Rhode Island Artist membership program.
Benefits
- Free admission to the Museum for one year
- Discounts and advance registration for programs
- Invitations to events and members-only trips
- Subscription to Connect, our e-newsletter
Eligibility
- Residents of Rhode Island only
- Free for one adult who identifies as an artist or designer
- Not eligible for gift membership
RI Artist membership is a green, paperless program. Your identification or proof of residence serves to validate your membership and gain entry into the Museum.
- RISD Young Alumni Membership - $0
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RISD alumni receive free individual membership to the RISD Museum for ten years following their graduation date. Alumni status is validated by the Membership Office prior to mailing your membership card.
Benefits
- Free admission to the Museum for ten years following graduation date
- 10% Discounts at RISD Store, RISD Continuing Education, and Café Pearl
- Discounts and advance registration for programs
- Invitations to events and members-only trips
- Subscription to the Museum newsletter mailing and Connect, our e-newsletter
- Membership in the College and University Art Museums Reciprocal Program
Eligibility
- Free for one RISD alumni within ten years of graduation date
- Not eligible for gift memberships
- Welcome Citizen Membership - $0
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Reginald Marsh, Statue of Liberty with Figures in Crown, 1954. Gift of the Estate of Felicia Meyer Marsh. Are you a recently naturalized U.S. citizen living in Rhode Island? The RISD Museum welcomes you to sign up for one free year of membership. The Museum was founded on the belief that art, artists, and the institutions that support them play pivotal roles in promoting broad civic engagement and creating more open societies. This initiative offers our newest citizens the opportunity to be part of a creative community that shares art, design, culture, and ideas.
All youth and children aged 18 and under are invited to visit the RISD Museum free of admission fees.
Benefits
- Free admission to the Museum for one year for one adult plus one guest every visit
- 10% Discounts at RISD Store, RISD Continuing Education, and Café Pearl
- Discounts and advance registration for programs Invitations to events and members-only trips
- Subscription to the Museum newsletter mailing and Connect, our e-newsletter
- Membership in the College and University Art Museums Reciprocal Program.
Eligibility
- Naturalized in the State of Rhode Island in the last 12 months
- Current Rhode Island resident with valid mailing address
How to Apply
- Bring a photo or copy of your naturalization certificate to our Visitor Services desk
- Fill out a membership form
Organizational Membership Options
Library and Community Group Passport Program - $150 +
College and University Membership - $1,500 +