Discover the perks of membership and support arts and culture in your community!
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Everything at Influencer level plus…
Recognition as a lead member of the Art Center and special access to the collections and curators.
Everything at Activator level plus…
Provide critical support to the museum, exhibitions, and collections while enjoying intimate events with curators and the director.
Everything at Curator’s Circle level plus…
Expand your impact and contribute to Des Moines vibrant cultural landscape. Invest in the future of contemporary art and receive the first invitation to travel internationally with the Art Center director.
Financial support through membership and donations enhance the cultural fabric of the community. The impact of gifts are/can be felt by:
A community of emerging professionals. Try new things. Enjoy experimental programs and a reimagined museum experience.
A dynamic group of experience seekers. Gain insider access to the museum, private collections, curators, and visiting artists. Deepening their philanthropic support to the Art Center.
A group of print enthusiasts dedicated to the appreciation of printmaking. Supporting the Art Center with new commissions, acquisitions, and conservation of works of art on paper.
Directions for accessing your digital membership can be found here.
Your membership will expire at the end of the month one year from the date of purchase. Renewing early will extend your current expiration date one year.
Degree-seeking students (18+), educators, artists, seniors (65+), and active military personnel are eligible for a 20% discount on memberships at the Individual level only. The discount does not apply to any other membership levels.
You bet! You may be able to double or even triple your contribution to the Art Center through a matching gift. Contact your company’s HR department for a matching gift form and return it with your payment. Your membership level will correspond with the total gift amount.
For individuals who itemize, Art Center memberships are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Different membership levels carry different benefits associated with them. We are able to provide you with a good faith estimated value of the goods and services provided, or Fair Market Value (FMV). Ultimately, we advise consulting a tax specialist.
The fair market value for memberships below the Activator $550 level are in excess of the amount of the gift, thus are not eligible for tax deductions. You are receiving more value from your membership than what you paid for it!
IRS regulations prohibit the use of donor advised funds and private foundation funds to purchase memberships.
If you are not receiving member emails, please contact us via email. There are a variety of reasons why you may not be receiving member emails or mailed notifications based on your selected preferences or membership status.
No, a membership functions as a donation to the Art Center and is not eligible for a refund.
No. We are unable to process installment payments at this time, but it is a service we hope to reintroduce in the future.
All members will have access to regional travel opportunities with the base benefit package. Members at the Ambassador ($140) level and above will be invited to travel nationally, and Philanthropic Circle members at $3,000 and above will receive first invitation to travel internationally with the Art Center Director, when applicable.
The Des Moines Art Center is pleased to provide reciprocal membership benefits through NARM and ROAM at over 1,000 premier arts and cultural museums across the United States to our members at the Ambassador ($140) level and higher. See more about our reciprocal benefits…
Please select the “purchase a gift membership” button above at your preferred membership level.
Please call the membership office at 515-271-0324 if you are a member at the Activator ($550) level or above to purchase gift memberships using the 20% discount. We are happy to assist you with fulfilling the gift purchase.
Upon joining or renewing, you will receive a voucher in the mail to present to the recipient, valid for one year. If you misplace your voucher, please call the membership office at 515-271-0324 for assistance.
Dual / Household membership benefits extend to two adults residing in the same household and any dependent children or grandchildren. The name(s) of the adult(s) must be listed on the membership. Children under the age of 18 are not eligible for Individual memberships.
Congratulations! The Art Center is a great choice for your special occasion with many unique options to choose from. You may join at the Influencer ($250) level or above to unlock discounts on facility rentals.
My Museum Monday. Learn more about the program by clicking here.
Salon 4700 is a benefit at Influencer ($250) level or above with no additional fees or action required.
No, but you may upgrade to the Influencer ($250) level by calling the membership office at 515-271-0324.