- Unlimited admission (including special exhibitions)
- Unlimited admission (including special exhibitions)
- 15% discount at Clay Restaurant
- Advanced registration for sessional classes and camps*
- 15% discount on classes and camps**
- 10% discount in the Gardiner Shop
- Two (2) tickets to a Gardiner Signature Lecture
* Does not apply to Single Classes
** For up to four (4) children
Other ways to join:
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- All Friend benefits
- Addition of a second cardholder
Other ways to join:
Call 416.408.5076
Email [email protected]
Join in person
- All Friends & Family Benefits
- Reciprocal access to Ontario museums (ROAM program)
- One (1) complimentary guest per visit per cardholder
- Access for two (2) to an Exhibition Preview
- Access for two (2) to two (2) Gardiner Signature Lectures
- Recognition in the Annual Report
- Charitable tax receipt ($150 deduction)
Other ways to join:
Call 416.408.5076
Email [email protected]
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- The Next Generation program has reached capacity at this time. We will reopen enrollment as space becomes available. Please check back. We will continue to accept renewals for existing Next Generation members.
- All Enthusiast benefits
- Monthly payment option ($30 per month)
- One (1) free ticket to SMASH (value $160 min.)
- Opportunity to participate in the Board Introductory Program
- Curator-led special exhibition tours
- 10% venue rental discount †
- Donor Wall recognition
Other ways to join:
Call 416.408.5076
Email [email protected]
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- All Enthusiast benefits
- Monthly payment option ($125 per month)
- The opportunity to participate in a curated international trip, combining ceramics, craft, and exclusive behind-the-scenes visits. Discover the 2026 trip
- Two (2) guests per cardholder per visit
- Complimentary access to all Gardiner Signature Lectures (4-6 annually)
- Mail delivery of Annual Report
- Bi-annual acquisition reports
- Discounted pricing for the International Ceramic Art Festival Preview Gala
- 15% rental discount on Gardiner venue †
- Charitable tax receipt (deduction $200)
Other ways to join:
Call 416.408.5076
Email [email protected]
Join in person
- All Patron Circle benefits
- Unlimited guests per visit
- One (1) complimentary exhibition catalogue
- Two (2) complimentary tickets to the International Ceramic Art Festival Preview Gala
- Private curator-led tour for up to six (6) guests
- 25% venue rental discount †
- Charitable tax receipt (deduction $250)
Other ways to join:
Call 416.408.5076
Email [email protected]
Join in person
Enjoy Your Benefits
Take advantage of unlimited admission, 15% off and front-of-the-line access for clay classes, discounts at Clay Restaurant and the Gardiner Shop, and more!
Gardiner Friends get 15% off and front-of-the line access to our popular clay classes for adults and kids. They sell out fast!
Clay Restaurant
Gardiner Friends get 15% off at Clay Restaurant, featuring a fresh seasonal menu in a bright, airy space inspired by the Museum’s ceramics focus.
Gardiner Shop
Gardiner Friends enjoy 10% off at the Shop everyday and 20% off during the holiday season.
