Patron Membership
Punjabi singer Arif Lohar sold out two concerts at Asia Society New York on April 27 and 28, 2012. (Elsa Ruiz/Asia Society)
A distinguished international group of individuals devoted to the richness and importance of Asia, Asia Society Patrons receive exceptional access and benefits that extend far beyond basic membership levels. Patron members truly experience the impact of Asia Society's mission and connections worldwide. Through a deep commitment to preparing Asians and Americans for a shared future, these diverse groups offer vital support to the institution as a whole. Discover the right group for you.
Patron member levels:
Innovator | Changemaker | Groundbreaker | Young Leader
All patron members enjoy the following benefits:
- Unlimited free admission to Asia Society Museum
- Invitations to exclusive events and art exhibition openings
- Free admission to all Asia Society public programs, online and in-person
- Free weekly meditation program
- Reciprocal admission to over 1,000 art museums and galleries, historical museums and societies, botanical gardens, children’s museums, zoos and more through the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association
- Dedicated Patron phone/email for concierge service
Ways to Join Today:
Select a membership level below to purchase online.
Call the membership office at 212-327-9369 or email patrons@asiasociety.org
Please note that Memberships are not refundable or transferable. Categories and benefits are subject to change.
Innovator
Innovators enjoy an important connection with Asia Society's activities and leadership. Members can expand their networks through exclusive events with prominent dignitaries, business leaders, and cultural figures.
$35 non-tax deductible
Benefits are for two adults:
- Invitations to a series of Patron events including activities and programs in Asian arts and culture, business, education, and policy
- Invitation to the Fall Patron Reception and the Annual Patron Meeting and Reception, with a briefing from Asia Society’s Leadership
- Invitations to spring and fall VIP exhibition previews with private, curator-led tours
- Discounted admission to all New York public programs
- Invitations to Asia Society special benefit events in Spring and Fall Asia Game Changer Awards Dinner
- A one-year complimentary Dual gift membership for a friend or family member
Changemaker
$5,000 - $9,999
$180 non-tax deductible
All benefits at the Innovator level for two adults plus...
- Invitation to an Asia Society Signature Salon Dinner with senior government, business, and civil society stakeholders from Asia and who are involved in Asia
- Invitations to select exhibition opening dinners
- Complimentary admission for two to select New York public programs with prior registration
- One copy of an exhibition catalogue published during the year
Groundbreaker
An association of some of the Society's highest-level patrons, Groundbreaker members have access to Asia Society's Chairman of the Board of Trustees. This special relationship allows members to play a key role in shaping the future of Asia Society.
$180 non-tax deductible
- Invitations to special events with Asian leaders and dignitaries during the United Nations General Assembly week
- Invitations to Asia Society Signature Salon Dinners with senior government, business, and civil society stakeholders from Asia and who are involved in Asia
- Opportunities to meet with Asia Society leadership team to discuss topics of interest in arts and culture, business, education, and policy
- Private curator-led tour of an Asia Society exhibition for 10 guests
- Inclusion as an Asia Society donor on key supporter materials for the year
Young Leader
$250
100% tax deductible
Under 40? Asia Society offers a special Patron membership – called Young Leaders – with many of Innovator-level benefits at a reduced rate.
Benefits are for one adult under 40:
- Invitations to a series of Patron events including activities and programs in Asian arts and culture, business, education, and policy
- Invitation to the Annual Patron Meeting and Reception, with a briefing from Asia Society’s Leadership
- Invitations to spring and fall VIP exhibition previews with private, curator-led tours
- Free admission to all New York public programs with opportunities for private, off-the-record conversations
