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As a Member, you'll enjoy exclusive benefits and opportunities to engage with the Museum's mission to support Black art and artists.

<p>The opening of <em>Its time for me to go: 2021–22 Artist in Residence</em> at MoMA PS1, 2022. Photo courtesy MoMA PS1</p>

The opening of Its time for me to go: 2021–22 Artist in Residence at MoMA PS1, 2022. Photo courtesy MoMA PS1

The new Studio Museum building will open its doors in fall 2025! The new museum will allow us to expand our commitment to artists of African descent throughout their careers, to connect visitors to over 200 years of Black art history through our permanent collection, and to serve our community in ways never before possible.

Join today as a Member and be among the first to stand with us in our new space! Members will receive insider access to the new museum, as well as an invitation to an exclusive party during the opening week celebration.

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Members at the Activist level and above will receive a special gift when they sign up for auto-renew.

Senior

$50/ fully deductible 

Seniors 65 years old and above enjoy a year of core benefits for one, including a newly designed member tote bag, discounts at the Studio Store, and a dedicated Preview of the new building.

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Individual

$95/ fully deductible

Individual Members enjoy a year of core benefits for one, including a newly designed member tote bag, discounts at the Studio Store, and a dedicated Preview of the new building.

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Activist

$170/ $145 deductible

The Activist level honors the diverse group of artists, community activists, and philanthropists who helped found the Studio Museum. 

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Advocate

$500/ $475 deductible

The Advocate membership demonstrates a deep commitment to advocating for artists of African descent throughout their careers.

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Visionary

$1,200/ $1,135 deductible

The Visionary Membership foregrounds the advancement of Black art and culture by offering access to major exhibitions and the insights of cultural professionals.

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Innovator

$2,500/ $2,435 deductible

The Innovator Membership values the impact the Studio Museum in Harlem has on its community and beyond and is committed to helping us grow.

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Futurist

$5,500/ $5,435 deductible

The Futurist Membership centers on the work of our institution and invites you to envision the future together with the Studio Museum.

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IDNYC

$0

The Studio Museum offers a free one-year membership to IDNYC participants. Benefits include invitations to openings, early registration access for programming, our digital newsletter delivered straight to your inbox, and much more. Please fill out the form below with your information and join as an IDNYC Member today!

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Member Benefits

Core Benefits

  • Unlimited free admission for one adult
  • Invitations to exclusive Member previews, viewing hours, and programs
  • 15% discount at Studio Cafe and Studio Store with additional discounts during special Member shopping days
  • Access to the Harlem Discount Program at participating partner shops
  • Members-only monthly email newsletter
  • Exclusive Studio Museum Member tote bag
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Current Members

Login to access your Member Portal! View your benefits, Studio Store discount code, membership expiration date, and so much more!

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Harlem Neighborhood Discount Program

All Members of the Studio Museum in Harlem receive discounts at our neighborhood partners throughout Harlem. Enjoy special discounts and deals when you present your current membership card to participating local small businesses.

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FAQ

To become a Member, please visit studiomuseum.org/membership. Once you have selected the membership level that best suits you, you can purchase your membership online or call 212-864-4500 for assistance.

Please follow the simple steps below to activate your account:


Click here to visit the account login page
Click on “ Account Activation”
Enter the email address associated with your membership account
You will receive a “Password Reset Request” email from [email protected]
Open the email and click on “Reset Password”
Enter a new password and confirm it
Click “Save Changes”
You will be taken to the main ticket purchasing page. You can tell you are now logged in by your email address appearing in the upper left corner

We encourage Members to book their tickets in advance. To book your Member tickets, please follow the instructions below: 


Log in to the membership portal with your email and password. If you do not have an account, please click “Account Activation” and use the email address associated with your membership to activate your account. 


Once you are on the “Tickets” page, select the date and time you would like to visit. 


From the dropdown menu, select the number of tickets needed. Additional tickets are pay-what-you-wish. Please enter a dollar amount for additional tickets. 


Once your ticket quantities have been entered, click “Add to Cart.” 


Once you review your order, click “Complete Checkout


You should receive a confirmation email with your order information. You will receive a separate email with your mobile tickets. 


If you have any issues with booking your tickets, please contact [email protected].

Yes, Members at the Activist level and above receive member privileges that include free or discounted admission at over 1400 museums and institutions through the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Program. For more information about the program, please see here.

You should receive your digital membership card via email the day after your membership is activated. The email you receive contains instructions on how to download your membership card to your smartphone.  


If you cannot access your digital membership card, you can present a photo ID at the ticket desk to receive your admission tickets.

Yes, there is a Member portal. Login here to view your benefits, update your account information, see your membership expiration date, and more. If you do not have an account in the Member portal, please refer to the “How do I activate my Membership account?” FAQ above.

Your Member number is printed on your digital membership card and in your order confirmation email. You may also contact us at [email protected], and we will provide you with your number.

You can change your contact information on file by logging into the Member portal and clicking “Update Your Account.” You may also contact us at [email protected], and we can assist.

After your membership gift is processed, you will receive a letter with your tax receipt.  


Tax acknowledgments for transactions made online are sent automatically via email. Tax acknowledgments for all other transactions will be delivered by mail. If you have any questions regarding your tax acknowledgement, please contact [email protected].

If you are having issues submitting due to the reCAPTCHA, please disable your browser ad blockers temporarily and reload the page. Our website also works best in Chrome or Firefox. If you still have issues with transacting on the website, please call 212-864-4500 or email us at [email protected].

Studio Museum Members enjoy 15 percent off purchases online when you use your Membership code, provided to all Members upon receipt of membership. Please enter your code online on the checkout page in the code box located under "Order Summary."

The Studio Museum in Harlem will open on November 15, 2025. To learn more about our opening season and exhibitions, please visit here.

Yes, Studio Museum Members will be invited to a preview of the new building. Not a Member? Join by October 27, and you will receive an invitation to the Member opening celebration held during preview days.