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Membership at The Rockwell Museum offers something for everyone! Join or renew as a Member today and choose the benefit level and optional enhancements that are right for you. Members are families, individuals, longtime supporters and new faces: you belong here.

Join The Rockwell and support our nationally-recognized collection, innovative programming, unique and engaging events and educational outreach initiatives! Our Corning, NY, Museum is the hub of our community and relies on the support of members and community partners.

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Step 1: Choose a Level

  • Unlimited free admission for one member all year long (kids are always free!)
  • 10% off in The Museum Store plus special double discount days
  • Free or reduced tickets to events such as exhibition openings, live music and lectures (admit one)
  • Complimentary food and beverage at select events
  • Priority registration for The Rockwell’s most popular events

  • Unlimited free admission for two members all year long (kids are always free!)
  • Free admission for two guests per visit (member must be present)
  • 10% off in The Museum Store plus special double discount days
  • Free or reduced tickets to events such as exhibition openings, live music and lectures (admit two)
  • Complimentary food and beverage at select events
  • Priority registration for The Rockwell’s most popular events
  • Free or reduced admission to over 1,200 museums across North America through three reciprocal programs: Museums West, NARM and ROAM

  • All Dual-level benefits plus:
  • Unlimited free admission to The Rockwell Museum and KIDS ROCKWELL Art Lab for two members (kids are always free!)
  • Sharable Membership Card for transferrable free admission for up to two additional adults (member need not be present)
  • 15% discount on a birthday party at KIDS ROCKWELL Art Lab

  • All Dual-level benefits
  • Unlimited free admission for two members and up to four guests per visit
  • Recognition for supporting The Rockwell Museum’s exhibitions, education programs and cultural events

  • All Dual-level benefits
  • Unlimited free admission for two members and up to four guests per visit
  • Recognition for supporting The Rockwell Museum’s exhibitions, education programs and cultural events
  • Invitations to select Silver Dollar Society events

This dedicated group of supporters is fundamental to the Museum’s success!

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Step 2: Choose Enhancements

For an additional annual fee, members can further customize any of the membership levels to align with specific interests. Enhancements are added to an existing membership and cannot be purchased separately.

For members enthusiastic about new experiences, fresh ideas and emerging artists: The Rockwell Ambassadors is a membership group for young adults and people who share these interests. Connect with others while contributing to the Rockwell’s work for arts and culture in our region.

  • Invitations to Ambassador-only activities such as private tours, inspired excursions and opportunities to meet visiting artists
  • Experiencing the Museum’s work up-close, including an invitation to the annual Director’s Party just for Ambassadors
  • Professional development and volunteer opportunities with the region’s only Smithsonian Affiliate
  • Connections with community leaders, including invitations to select Silver Dollar Society events

For Members interested in additional engagement with the Smithsonian Institution! Receive a subscription to Smithsonian Magazine along with special discounts and privileges when you visit Smithsonian museums around the United States.

  • One-year subscription to Smithsonian Magazine
  • A personalized Smithsonian Affiliate membership card
  • Free admission to the Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum in New York, NY
  • 10% discount on café dining at Smithsonian Museums in DC
  • 10% discount on all Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
  • 10% discount on all IMAX tickets at the Smithsonian
  • Reciprocal Admission/Discount benefits at participating Smithsonian Affiliate museums around the country
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Interested in auto-renewal?

To avoid mailed reminders and lapses in Membership, set up annual auto-renewal! Click here to sign up.

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Reciprocal Benefits

One of the best benefits that Members at the Dual level and above enjoy is participation in three reciprocal programs that allow free admission to art museums across the country–Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM), North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) program, and Museums West consortium.

This means your Rockwell Membership allows entry to over 1,200 museums across North America free-of-charge. Perfect for travelers and commuters to the Corning area!

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About the Silver Dollar Society

This is an annual membership for deeply committed members.

This dedicated group of supporters is fundamental to our success. The Silver Dollar Society provides the support required to create outstanding exhibits at The Rockwell Museum.

The Society ensures The Rockwell advances in its role as an important community resource, a place of learning for adults, teens and children, and a world-class museum of art that reflects the American experience.

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Gift a Membership

A gift for those who have everything.

Gift recipients tell us they love receiving museum membership as a local experience that changes all year long! Our most popular is the Dual level membership for two cardholders.

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Membership Questions? We’re Listening!

Katharine Mead, Membership & Grants Manager

607-974-4254 | membership@rockwellmuseum.org