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Member Benefits

Your membership includes the following:

  • Announcements for exhibition openings and events

  • Exclusive invitations to annual fundraisers

  • The Gallery biannual newsletter of articles from directors and curators on the current projects and programs

  • ​The Annual Review report magazine measuring the success of the past year's projects and programs

 

Membership levels are defined as follows:

Friend $50 - $99

Associate $100 - $199

​​Contributor $200 - $499

Sustainer $500 - $999

Enthusiast $1,000 - $3,999

​​Connoisseur $4,000 - $6,999

Benefactor $7,000 - $9,999

Director’s Circle $10,000+ 

Why Join SAMA?

  • Support one of the region’s cultural treasures. Established in 1976, SAMA has cultivated a permanent collection that celebrates local, regional, and national artists. Through a variety of education initiatives and exhibition programs, SAMA’s efforts have elevated the profile of the arts in the region and have inspired generations to pursue and support the arts.
     

  • Connect with other like-minded individuals who support the arts. Joining the Museum and becoming active with its programs or Auxiliary will introduce you to a wide variety of individuals who share your passion for supporting the arts.
     

  • Strengthen the impact of the arts in YOUR community. Your contribution helps us provide quality exhibitions and programming to our communities. With the generous help of members like you, we also are able to keep our doors open to the public free of charge.
     

  • Satisfaction knowing you are helping to bring art into public and private schools through our education programs. These programs foster creativity, develop confidence, and enhance the academic and cultural experiences for tens of thousands of students throughout central and southwestern Pennsylvania every year.

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  • Save on SAMA events and functions. As a member, you may be entitled to special discount rates on programs such as opening receptions and workshops.

BECOME A MEMBER!

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Gift Membership

Make it a Gift! Give the gift of art by purchasing the membership for a family member or friend. Come into the museum to purchase but have the materials sent to a friend. 

The current exhibits are awesome and curated so well.

SAMA is a gem to this County!

- JANE D.

A marvelous museum for a small town. How fortunate the town is to have this in one of the most beautiful buildings!

- SARAH FARRARI

The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art is proud to be affiliated with the following organizations:

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American Alliance of Museums
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The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art is financed [in part] by a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development.

 

Pennsylvania non-profit corporation tax exempt as a publicly supported organization under section 501(3) and 509(a) and 170(b)(1)(a)(vi) and the Internal Revenue Code. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free within Pennsylvania (800) 731-0999.

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