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Reciprocal Memberships

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Patron, Friend, Fellow, Contributors Circles, and Corporate members have the benefit of two reciprocal membership programs. Western Reciprocal Membership Program and The Metropolitan Reciprocal Membership Program allow members at these levels free admission to nearly 30 art institutions nationwide. Additional Reciprocal Museums are available to all SAM members.

What to know

This program is exclusively for SAM Patron, Friend, Fellow, Contributors Circles, and Corporate members. Please reach out to the institution you are planning on visiting to confirm your reciprocal benefits.

Digital card holders: Present your active digital membership card and photo ID to participating organizations for free or discounted admission.

Plastic card holders: Present your active SAM membership card with reciprocal logo and photo ID to participating organizations for free or discounted admission.

SAM member benefits at each of the reciprocal museums

  • Free admission
  • Free admission to special exhibitions when a surcharge does not apply
  • Discounts at museum stores
  • Discounts on lecture and program tickets

Members of the reciprocal museums get benefits at SAM

  • Free admission for cardholders and up to two guests
  • Free admission to special exhibitions 
  • 10% discount at SAM Shop
  • Discounts on program and lecture tickets

Member benefits across the country

Join SAM at the Patron level or above to receive reciprocal member benefits and get more out of your membership.

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