Frequently Asked Questions about Membership

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If you have a question that is not listed below please call the Membership Department at 804.340.1520 or send an email to membership@vmfa.museum.

Office hours are Mon- Fri, 9am – 5pm.

Questions on Becoming a Member

How can I become a VMFA member?
You can purchase memberships online, call the Membership Department at 804.340.1520, or stop by the museum’s Visitor Services desk.

What are the benefits of becoming a member of VMFA?
Membership benefits include free admission and member previews to special exhibitions, free parking in the VMFA deck, invitations to member events, and discounts on purchases at the VMFA Shop, in the museum’s restaurants, and on classes, programs, and performances.

Can I give a membership as a gift?
Yes! Our Share the Museum program provides donors the opportunity to purchase gift memberships in person at Visitor Services, online, or by phone at 804.340.1520. The recipient will receive a gift packet and a letter identifying you as the donor. You can even add a special message to your gift.

When purchasing a gift membership in person, the gift recipient’s information is not required, and donors can easily purchase multiple gifts in one transaction. When purchasing online or by phone, you may choose to have the gift packet mailed directly to the recipient or to yourself.

The recipient of the gift will have 18 months to return the certificate to the museum. Once processed, the membership will be valid for one year. If the recipient has an active membership, their current expiration date will be extended by one year. The membership is not active until the certificate is returned and processed.

Please note that special discounts for Teachers, Active-Duty Military, Out of Town Residents, and State Employees are not valid on gift membership purchases. Gift memberships are fully tax deductible.

I have a dependent child over the age of 18. Can I still include them in my membership?
Yes, we are happy to include your dependent child on a Family membership. Please contact us at membership@vmfa.museum for assistance.

Are memberships refundable?
Memberships cannot be refunded or transferred.

What discounts do you offer on memberships?
Teachers and Out of Town Residents (60 miles outside of Richmond) may receive a $10 discount on any membership level except Student. Commonwealth of Virginia Employees and Active-Duty Military are eligible for a special $60 Dual or Family membership. A yearlong VMFA Family Membership for a household, comprising one or two adults and children who are all under age 18 will cost $5 for Museums for All participants.

Please visit the Visitor Services desk with a valid ID or call 804.340.1520 to receive these discounts (one per membership). View all discounts here.