Members at the Traveler level and above receive free or reduced admission to over 1,150 museums.
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Be part of a community that believes in the power of art to transform communities and bring us all closer together.
Our collection of folk art, craft, and design is unique and full of surprising, beautiful, and memorable objects from around the world and across time. We care deeply about design and functionality; we celebrate the handmade, and the passionately crafted. We also believe art is something for everyone and that all people are creative. Are you a maker, traveler, or collector? Do you appreciate a good culinary adventure, or learning more about the artistic process? If any of this sounds like you, then you’re in the right place. Just keep scrolling to find the membership that's perfect for you.
Mingei members have exclusive benefits and opportunities:
Unlimited free access to exhibitions and terraces
Members-only events and exhibition preview receptions
10% discount at Shop Mingei, ARTIFACT, and CRAFT CAFÉ
Independent - $75
- Unlimited annual admission for one
- Discounts on Mingei programs, workshops, events, and art excursions
- 2 digital, one-time-use guest passes
- Invitations to all exhibition receptions
- 50% off all Mingei publications
- Early access to digital Communiqué
- Fully tax-deductible
Companion - $105
- Unlimited annual admission for two
- Discounts on Mingei programs, workshops, events, and art excursions
- 4 digital, one-time-use guest passes
- Invitations to all exhibition receptions
- 50% off all Mingei publications
- Early access to digital Communiqué
- Fully tax-deductible
Traveler - $175
Companion benefits, plus:
- 5 digital, one-time-use guest passes
- Free admission and museum store discounts at over 1,200 museums (North American Reciprocal Museums)
- Fully tax-deductible
Enthusiast - $350
Traveler benefits, plus:
- 6 digital, one-time-use guest passes
- Gift Mingei Passport
- Fully tax-deductible
- Monthly payment option available (email membership@mingei.org to set up)
Artisan Circle - $650
Enthusiast benefits, plus:
- Gift Companion Membership
- Fully tax-deductible
- Monthly payment option available (email membership@mingei.org to set up)
Director's Circle - $1,650
Artisan Circle benefits, plus:
- 8 digital, one-time-use guest passes
- Gift Companion Membership
- Invitations to Director's Circle Salons, exclusive gatherings with the Museum Director and guest speakers
- Invitations to a VIP reception and annual dinner hosted by the Museum Director
- Listing on Mingei’s annual donor wall
- $1,250 may be considered tax-deductible (please indicate if you would like to waive invitations to the VIP reception and annual dinner for full tax-deductibility)
- Monthly payment option available (email membership@mingei.org to set up)
Never Miss an Exhibition
The sweet spot between a one-time visit and Membership, the Mingei Passport is an admission-only annual gallery pass, allowing unlimited admission to the upstairs gallery space and terraces all year!
Mingei Passport - $35
Good for those who want to come to more than one of our exhibitions. Or to come back and see the same one a few times.
- Unlimited annual admission for one
- Digital admission card/Paper card provided upon request at Mingei ticketing desk
- Fully tax-deductible
If you want to enjoy special perks like discounts at Shop Mingei & ARTIFACT at Mingei, guest passes, and exclusive invitations, check out our membership options above. Those benefits begin at the Independent level.
Please note: The Mingei Passport does not include a discount on Mingei programs or at Shop Mingei, ARTIFACT at Mingei, or CRAFT CAFÉ.
Questions?
Who do I contact about my membership status?
Email our membership team at membership@mingei.org or call 619-704-7516 to have your membership questions answered.
Which membership level is best for me?
See a breakdown of the different membership benefits side by side here. Please email membership@mingei.org with any questions.
“Being a Mingei member has given my family and me a sense of community. A place to belong, somewhere to learn and grow.”
—Stacey Edelstein, Member since 2017 Join our CommunityMore for our member community
We offer an economically and environmentally-conscious digital Passport and Membership card.
Digital Card FAQ