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Get exclusive access to our Collection through a special programme of events, talks, tours as well as selected exhibitions at partner organisations while the Gallery is closed for redevelopment until spring 2023.  

With your Membership subscription you will support the Gallery through the most exciting transformation since 1896.

 

Membership Benefits

 

  • Your Membership will be valid until December 2023

  • Invitations to events, including curator talks, Archive tours and reopening programme

  • 20% discount from our online shop

  • Supporters’ magazine three times a year and a monthly enewsletter

  • Access to selected exhibitions and private views at partner organisations

  • Special discounts at partner restaurants and retailers

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Membership for yourself and an unnamed Guest.

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Please note that upon joining you will receive a confirmation email. Your welcome pack may take longer to arrive as we transition to returning to the office. If you have any concerns about this, please email [email protected].

We aim to respond to enquiries within two days, however, we usually answer sooner. If you would like to speak to a member of the team, you can reach us Monday – Friday 10.00 -17.00 on 020 7321 6283.

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Join us for a selection of interesting talks and tours about the Collection, touring exhibitions and programmes while the Gallery is closed.

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Take advantage of your Members’ Discount and enjoy 20% off in online Gallery Shops.

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Contact us

For further information, please contact the Membership team:

General enquiries:
email us [email protected]
phone us 020 7321 6283

Members' events:
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