Membership

Friends of the Palmer

All members will receive invitations to members-only previews of special exhibitions, an 10% museum store discount, and the most up-to-date information with our members only e-newsletters about activities surrounding new exhibitions, acquisitions, conservation, and all public programs.

A gift to the Palmer Museum of Art reaches the community in so many rewarding ways. Join us as we engage and inspire learners of all ages through exhibitions and experiences that only the Palmer Museum can bring.

Your support of the Palmer Museum of Art matters today, and for generations to come! For information on the benefits of membership, see below or email artsadvancement@psu.edu or call 814-863-2142.

Members Enjoy

As a Friend of the Palmer Museum of Art, all members receive for one year:

The most up-to-date information about activities surrounding new exhibitions, acquisitions, collections and conservation, and all public programs
Palmer Museum of Art e-newsletters and digital communications
Invitations to members-only previews of special exhibitions
10 percent discount in the museum store

Membership Levels

Penn State Students – FREE
Individual – $75
Household (2+) – $150
Benefactor – $500
- Complimentary household membership, recognition online, and invitations to special arts-related events.
Collector’s Circle – $1,000
- All Benefactor benefits plus one Palmer publication.
Director’s Circle – $2,500
- All Collector’s Circle benefits plus one director- or curator-led tour for up to eight guests.
- This membership level includes benefits of President’s Club membership including an invitation to the annual President’s Club reception held at University Park.
Sandstone Circle – $5,000
- All Director’s Circle benefits plus recognition as a Supporting Sponsor of one special exhibition.
- This membership level includes benefits of the President’s Club Edwin E. Sparks Circle, including an invitation to experience Penn State for a day at a special annual event.

Become a Friends Member

Select from the levels above and input your membership donation by clicking the online membership form below.

Join the Friends of the Palmer

Student memberships are free!

As a current student, your museum membership is totally FREE!

To join as a student, you will need your Penn State access I.D.

Have questions about student membership? Contact artsadvancement@psu.edu or call 814-863-2142.

Become a Student Member

Gift Memberships

Give the gift that keeps on giving all year! Gift memberships are great for birthdays, holidays, graduations, weddings, corporate appreciation events—any occasion. Whatever the occasion, your recipient(s) will receive a full 12 months of member benefits at the Palmer Museum (noted above).

Give the gift that will stay with your friends and loved ones all year round! If you are interested in gifting a membership, please send an inquiry to artsadvancement@psu.edu