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Partnering with SAM: Making the Connection


In 1997 SAM began its Community Partner Programs, connecting more than 140 local arts and culture organizations and community groups. Partners collaborate with SAM on programs, events and exhibitions. Their wide range of experiences, expertise and perspectives are invaluable in making SAM relevant and meaningful to our community.

Current Community Partners

Browse the list of organizations working with us to bring art and education to the community.

Who Are Community Partners?

Community Partners are organizations that develop programs to complement the museum's exhibitions and/or its permanent collection. Community Partner Programs take place at the museum and out in the community and include lectures, discussions, literary readings, film screenings, performances, studio activities, demonstrations, displays and exhibitions.

Look for the Community Partner Program Icon in SAM publications.

What Do Community Partners Do?

Community Partners:

  • Plan and present programs, events or activities thematically or culturally linked to an exhibition.
  • Stay involved in the educational planning process for a major exhibition.
  • Participate in the “community network” group, which sends out invitations about quarterly meetings that provide an update of what the museum is working on.
  • Receive email announcements and special discounted admission prices to special lectures and events.
  • Publicize Partner events through SAM newsletters, website and updates.
  • Present programs off-site or on-site with free use of museum facilities. (Programs to be chosen through Partner selection process.)

Becoming a Community Partner

Interested? Fill out the Community Partner form or email communitypartner@seattleartmuseum.org.

Other Ways to Partner

Organizations receive special membership benefits. Learn more.
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