Ackland Art Museum Membership Program

A Passion for Art and Ideas
More than a safe haven for works of art, the Ackland brings people and art together. At the Ackland, original works of art serve as inspiration for the whole community and as a primary source material for teaching and learning at every age. We invite you to come and experience the Ackland and to support a shared passion for art and ideas.

Membership
Membership is an ideal way to participate in the rich offerings of the Ackland while providing essential support for exhibitions and programs.

Membership Levels and Benefits

FRIENDS

INDIVIDUAL $50
UNC STUDENT FREE
NON-UNC STUDENT $15
FULL-TIME EDUCATOR $30
(100% tax-deductible)

Invitations to member-only receptions and programs

Special discounts on Ackland publications and paid programs

Complimentary subscriptions to print and electronic newsletters

Free access to the Curators Clinic

Recognition in the Ackland Annual Bulletin

FAMILY/DUAL $75
(100% tax-deductible)

All of the above for 2 adults and members of the immediate household

BENEFACTORS

CONTRIBUTOR $125
(100% tax-deductible)

All of the above plus:

Invitations to Away for the Day, Afternoons at the Ackland, and other special programming

Southeastern Museum Reciprocal Program (free admission and discounts at 80 museums in the region)

North American Reciprocal Museum Program (free admission and member discounts at over 180 museums)

SPONSOR $250
(100% tax-deductible)

All of the above plus:

Discounted tickets to selected UNC Department of Music's Music on the Hill*

SUSTAINER $500
(100% tax-deductible)

All of the above plus:

Free gift from the Ackland

Annual recognition on the Donor Board in the Ackland

Contact Director of Annual Giving for specific information and benefits.

DIRECTOR'S CIRCLE

PATRON $1,000
($900 is tax-deductible)

All of the above plus:

Membership in the Director's Circle, exclusive opportunities with the director, artists, scholars, and friends

Two complimentary drinks per person for events with a cash bar*

One complimentary membership at the Individual Level to a person of your choosing

LEADERSHIP $2,500
($2,300 is tax-deductible)

All of the above plus:

Eligibility to rent the Museum for one private event

Membership in the UNC-Chapel Hill Chancellors' Club

Director's Tour of the Ackland (upon request)

VANGUARD $5,000
($4,700 is tax-deductible)

All of the above plus:

Private Annual Dinner with the Director and friends

Complimentary parking for member-only exhibition receptions and select events*

WILLIAM HAYES ACKLAND SOCIETY $10,000 (100% tax-deductable )

Opportunity to sponsor a specific exhibition, publication, or program

Special recognition for contribution

No benefits attached

To Become a Member or to Renew an Existing Membership:

To join or renew your membership online, go to: http://giving.unc.edu/. You will complete four steps and your gift will be credited to the Ackland Art Museum. Within two weeks, you will receive a letter with your membership card. We thank you for your support of the Ackland and look forward to seeing you at one our upcoming programs or events! If you would like assistance in completing the online donation forms, please refer to the instructions below or call Kyle Fitch, Director of Annual Giving, for assistance.

Four Steps to Online Giving

Step 1: Type of Gift

Choose CREDIT CARD and proceed to Step 2.
Step 2: Make a Gift
1. Under GIFT DESIGNATION 1, select a University Designation: Ackland Art Museum.
2. Under SELECT A UNIVERSITY FUND, choose Unrestricted (5003) for membership.
3. Under ENTER AN AMOUNT, type the amount based on your desired level of membership (i.e. $60.00 for family/dual).
4. To register for a MATCHING GIFT from your company, scroll down page to matching gifts and follow the directions. If not, proceed to personal and contact information.
5. In PERSONAL INFORMATION and CONTACT INFORMATION, complete all required fields.
Step 3: Review

Verify the information you entered is correct.
Step 4: Charge your Card

Fill out credit card information and press "I AUTHORIZE THIS TRANSACTION".

OR Call 919.843.3676 or e-mail acklandmembership@unc.edu or simply complete an application form and send it by mail or fax.

Download membership application

Gift Membership:
Share the Ackland Art Museum with a friend, co-worker or family member! A gift membership provides all the benefits listed in the above categories, according to the amount of your donation. Please indicate the contact information of the recipient when you call, email or mail your membership gift payment. The gift recipient will be informed of your gift and will receive a membership card and other benefits.

Change of Address:
Please e-mail change of address information to acklandmembership@unc.edu or call at 919.843.3676.