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Make the Gallery Yours.

Become a Member to discover how art opens access to a full year at the Gallery, ideas to share with others, and experiences like no other. Find the Membership level that’s right for you and enjoy a wide range of fantastic benefits as a supporter of the Vancouver Art Gallery community. Start your experience now!


Choose Your Membership

Ideas Membership | $125
One visit is never enough. Discover every exhibition again and again, share art with friends through guest passes and enjoy more exclusive perks—year-round.
LEVEL1 YEAR
Ideas$125

Core Benefits

  • Individual admission to the Gallery for 12 months
  • Three complimentary one-time-use guest passes
  • Exclusive invitations to Member-only events, including Member Mornings, Openings and Previews
  • Discounted pricing for select special events, including Art Party, public lectures and talks, tours, performances and more
  • 10% discount in-store and online at the Gallery Store
  • 10% discount at 1931 Gallery Bistro
  • Regular email communications and voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting
  • Special discounts and offers at partner arts organizations through the ArtsPerks program. Find out more »
Experiences Membership | $250
Unlimited art, shared moments and exclusive experiences—for you and those who matter most. Perfect for families, couples and art enthusiasts, this Membership lets you explore the Gallery together all year long.
LEVEL1 YEAR
Experiences$250

Core Benefits

  • Individual admission to the Gallery for 12 months 
  • A Companion Pass, so you can bring the same or a different guest to the Gallery each visit
  • Three complimentary one-time-use guest passes
  • Access to quarterly Art Study Programs
  • Exclusive invitations to Member-only events, including Member Mornings, Openings and Previews PLUS special workshops, Spotlight Tours and more
  • Free or discounted pricing for special events, including Art Party, public lectures and talks, tours, performances and more
  • 10% discount in-store and online at the Gallery Store
  • 10% discount at 1931 Gallery Bistro
  • Regular email communications and voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting
  • Reciprocal membership and discounts at participating museums across Canada, including the Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto; Montreal Museum of Fine Arts; Royal BC Museum, Victoria; Glenbow Museum, Calgary; and the Art Gallery of Alberta, Edmonton
  • Special discounts and offers at partner arts organizations through the ArtsPerks program. Find out more »
Artist Circle
Join a community that celebrates creativity and supports access to art for everyone. As an Artist Circle Member, you’ll enjoy exclusive access and behind-the-scenes opportunities—all while making a lasting impact on arts education and programming at the Vancouver Art Gallery.
LEVEL1 YEAR
Artist Circle Members





$1,500

$3,000

$5,000

$10,000
Subscription Membership$125/month

Core Benefits

Artist Circle Members are part of a group of individuals whose generous contributions support the Vancouver Art Gallery’s dynamic exhibitions and educational programs, while unlocking and enhancing their own experiences with art throughout the year.

Your Artist Circle Member donation can be made all at once or as a monthly subscription. Suggested levels of giving for Artist Circle Members include an annual gift of $125 a month, $1,500, $3,000, $5,000 and $10,000 (for an individual or couple). Gifts of securities are also always welcome and appreciated. Tax receipts are commensurate with the levels of giving.

  • Partial charitable tax receipt commensurate to the level of gift
  • Invitations for you and a guest to three annual sneak-peek receptions at Member Openings
  • Two invitations to three annual bespoke behind-the-scenes events
  • One exhibition catalogue annually
  • Unlimited admission for one full year with express entry privileges and admission for two guests to accompany you on each visit
  • Museum Alliance Reciprocal Membership with leading art museums and galleries across North America

And so much more!


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