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Thurs: 1–8PM Fri–Mon: 10 AM–5 PM
Tue–Wed: Closed
Location
200 Larkin Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.581.3500
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Members enjoy a gathering at the opening of the Carlos Villa exhibition in 2022.

Membership

An Asian Art membership is your pass to new art experiences. From the serene to the surprising, the ancient to the avant-garde, be inspired by a museum like no other. As a member, you are connected, you are family, you make a difference.

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Benefits

All members enjoy these core benefits:

  • Unlimited free admission
  • Free tickets for all special exhibitions ($25–35 value per ticket)
  • Invitations to member previews for special exhibitions
  • Invitations to monthly virtual events and talks
  • 10% discount at the Cha May Ching Museum Boutique, plus a 20% discount during Member Shopping Days and free shipping on orders of $100 and up
  • 10% discount at the museum’s cafe
  • Discounted parking at the UC Law Parking Garage (up to 4 hours during museum hours)
  • Access to exclusive content and event recordings via the Virtual Member Lounge
  • 20% savings on private group tour docent fee
  • Free audio tours
  • Subscriptions to our members’ magazine and monthly member e-news

Check out the Membership FAQs page for answers to some common inquiries.

Find the Perfect Level for Your Needs

Member
$119
  • All core benefits
  • Unlimited free admission for two adults
  • One member card
  • Fully tax deductible
Member Plus
$179
  • All Member benefits
  • Unlimited free admission for four adults and all children under 18
  • Two member cards
  • One pass that admits two guests
  • $164 is tax deductible
Member Premium
Explore museums across North America with reciprocal benefits and more!
$249
Friend
$500
Patron
$1,000
Rhino Club
For Kids
Add On: $50

Rhino Club — inspired by Reina, the museum’s beloved Chinese bronze rhinoceros — is a membership just for kids! Travel throughout Asia without leaving San Francisco and discover a trove of art treasures that will fascinate and inspire. Through storytelling tours and arts-and-crafts workshops, you’ll learn, play and make art together as a family. Add Rhino Club to any membership level.

Rhino Club members receive:

  • An Explorer’s Activity Pack*
  • A Kid’s Passport, which gets stamped on each visit
  • Invitations to Rhino Club programs
  • One pass that admits two guests
  • $35 is tax deductible

*One Explorer’s Activity Pack is included with each membership. You can purchase additional Packs for $10 each. Activity Packs must be picked up at the membership desk.

 

Artist | Student | Teacher
Inspiring New Generations of Artists
Discounted Price $75

The Asian Art Museum community is budget-friendly with fully tax-deductible memberships beginning at only $75 annually. You’ll find that most levels pay for themselves in as little as two visits! These discounted levels require proof of eligibility and provide all Member level benefits for you and a guest.

  • Artist
  • Student
  • Teacher

Eligibility will be confirmed during membership processing. Contact [email protected] or call 415.581.3740 for more information.

 

Senior | Out of Region
We offer a wide range of levels with rewarding benefits for all.
Discounted Price $89

Senior and Out of Region memberships offer fully tax-deductible Member level benefits for you and a guest. These discounted rates are available to individuals ages 65+ or who live 200+ miles away from the museum. Eligibility will be confirmed during membership processing. Contact [email protected] or call 415.581.3740 for more information.

More Ways to Get Engaged

Giving Circle
A core philanthropic circle sustaining the museum’s mission through annual giving.
From $2,500

The Giving Circle is the Asian Art Museum’s core annual giving community, bringing together donors who want to make a deeper commitment to the museum’s mission and future. Learn more.

Art Councils
A deeper way to engage with contemporary art through access, connection, and art experiences beyond the museum walls.
From $5,000

The Contemporary Art Council and Global Art Council offer two distinct ways to engage: one rooted in local and regional contemporary art experiences, and one connected to the global contemporary art happenings. Learn more.

Institutional Partnerships
From $2,500

Offer your clients and employees unique opportunities to engage with the rich diversity of Asian art through special access to acclaimed exhibitions, educational events, and cultural celebrations. Learn more.

Questions? Check out our Membership FAQs or contact our membership team:

  • Phone: 415.581.3740
  • Email: [email protected]
  • On-site: Stop by the membership desk
  • Mail: Checks payable to "Asian Art Museum Foundation" can be sent to Asian Art Museum, Membership Department, 200 Larkin Street, San Francisco, CA 94102.

For other membership questions, contact the Membership Team. 

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