Collaboration underlies everything we do here at Bard Graduate Center. Not only is it essential to the process of the artists and craftspeople behind every object we study, but there is a deep collaborative relationship between our students, faculty, curators, and scholars.

As a lover of objects and an appreciator of the varied programs and activities at Bard Graduate Center, we invite you to join our discussions, share our scholarship, and explore the wide world of material culture with us by joining the Members Circle. You’ll receive invitations to openings, copies of scholarly publications, early access to select public programs, and many opportunities for learning and exploring. To join, please visit us here. Your support strengthens our programs and ensures the ongoing success of the institution.

Levels and Benefits

$75 Level

Basic Member Benefits:

  • Free admission for you and a guest to the BGC Gallery
  • Invitation to Community Openings and member receptions
  • Advance announcements and/or discounts for select programs and gallery talks
  • 10% discount on gift items and books
  • Recognition in the Year in Review

Membership fees are fully-tax deductible.


$250 Level

All Basic Member Benefits plus the following:

  • Special membership gift
  • Two issues of West 86th, BGC’s Journal of Decorative Arts

The value of benefits at the $250 level is $50


$500 Level

All Basic Member Benefits plus the following:

  • Special membership gift and a current Focus Project catalog
  • Two issues of West 86th, BGC’s Journal of Decorative Arts

The value of benefits at the $500 level is $80


$1,000 Level

All Basic Member Benefits plus the following:

  • Special membership gift and a current exhibition catalog of your choice
  • Two issues of West 86th, BGC’s Journal of Decorative Arts
  • Invitation to VIP receptions

The value of benefits at the $1000 level is $125

If you should have further queries, please feel free to call 212.501.3071 or email us at [email protected]