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Ancient Art Department
Membership
The Ancient Art Council (AAC) supports Ancient Art at the Fine Arts Museums. Your annual membership dues and contributions will assist in furthering Ancient Art at the Museums.
The AAC sponsors programs that are informative, educational, and enjoyable. The array of events and activities enhances our understanding and appreciation of the ancient world and provide opportunities to meet renowned scholars and experts and mingle with kindred spirits.
Please join us and enjoy our programs.
Membership Benefits
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Free or discounted admission to AAC programs
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E-alerts and calendars of AAC events, including lectures, symposia, conferences by noted archaeologists, museum curators, and ancient art historians
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Invitations to AAC fundraising events
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Travel programs to other museums, special exhibitions, and private collections
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Invitations to events hosted by related organizations
Your membership makes it possible for us:
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To invite and host renowned speakers admired for their expertise and knowledge
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To organize and sponsor programs covering the art, culture, history, architecture, and archaeology of the ancient civilizations from the Mediterranean basin to the ancient Near East and beyond
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To purchase beautiful and rare works of art
Individual/
Dual/Family
Membership benefits
Two membership cards
$60
Fully tax deductible
Senior (65+)
Membership benefits
Single membership card
$30
Fully tax deductible
Student
Membership benefits
Single membership card
Must be full-time student
$30
Fully tax deductible
Gift Bearer (New Level)
Membership benefits
Two membership cards
An exclusive tour of the Ancient Art collection and/or exhibitions at the Museums
A private curatorial consultation
Invitation to a special luncheon with the curators of ancient art and an AAC speaker
A complimentary museum catalogue or publication (subject to availability)
$500
$450 tax deductible
Membership is renewed annually. Please note that Ancient Art Council members are also required to be members of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. When filling out the application above, you will be given a choice to either provide your membership number if you are already a member or sign up to join the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
