Belong to a Legacy of Art & Ingenuity.

Join the Rufus Porter Museum community. Your support preserves local history, inspires the next generation of innovators, and keeps you connected to the vibrant arts and lifestyle of our region.

Your Membership in Action

A Catalyst for Our Community

Membership at the Rufus Porter Museum does more than preserve our collections — it fuels our mission to engage and inspire. Your support provides the staff and resources to turn our galleries into a living classroom for all ages:

  • Inspiring Students: Fueling science-focused field trips and educational programs for local school districts.

  • Connecting Seniors: Funding vital outreach to retirement facilities and senior centers to combat isolation through art and history.

  • Engaging Neighbors: Powering our hands-on Saturday Morning Makers workshops and the Ingenuity Speakers Series.

Membership Levels & Benefit

Individual

$50
  • 1 Adult Free Admission
  • 2 Guest Passes
  • Shop Discount
  • Magazine Subscription

Contributing

$175
  • Free Household Admission
  • 6 Guest Passes
  • Shop Discount
  • Magazine Subscription
  • Special Recognition in our Annual Report

Family

$75
  • Free Household Admission
  • 4 Guest Passes
  • Shop Discount
  • Magazine Subscription

Standard Benefits

  • 10% Discount in the Museum Store

  • Subscription to our E-Newsletter

  • Reduced rates on select events and programs

The Rufus Porter Museum of Art & Ingenuity is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. Your membership ensures the museum remains a sustainable resource for generations to come.