Gardiner Friends & Patrons

We’re building community with clay! Become a Friend at one of the world’s great specialty museums and enjoy the benefits.

GET ACQUAINTED – For only $30 you can enjoy one (1) year of free unlimited admission and a 10% discount at the Gardiner Shop and CLAY Restaurant.

CLICK HERE to view all Gardiner Friend levels and benefits. Please be advised that benefits are non-transferable. For any Gardiner Friend inquires, contact friends@gardinermuseum.com.

All Gardiner Friends are also eligible for exclusive promotions and discounts at other institutions in Toronto.
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Get Acquainted: $30

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters

Friend: $100

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
15% discount for cardholder on clay classes, programs, and camps*
Front-of-the-line access for clay class registration
Exclusive invitations to Friends Preview Days with unlimited guests
Exclusive access to Friends Excursion (ticketed event)
2 free tickets to designated lecture annually
2 guest passes annually
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters

*For up to four children

Friends & Family: $150

Add a second cardholder

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
Add a second cardholder
15% discount for two cardholders on clay classes, programs, and camps*
Front-of-the-line access for clay class registration
Exclusive invitations to Friends Preview Days with unlimited guests
Exclusive access to Friends Excursion (ticketed event)
2 free tickets to designated lecture annually
3 guest passes annually
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters

*For up to four children

Supporting: $250+

Add a second cardholder & one guest

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
Add a second cardholder
1 complimentary guest per cardholder per visit
15% discount for two cardholders on clay classes, programs, and camps*
Front-of-the-line access for clay class registration
Exclusive invitation to fall Patron Opening
Exclusive invitations to Friends Preview Days with unlimited guests
Exclusive access to Friends Excursion (ticketed event)
2 free tickets to designated lecture annually
4 guest passes annually
Recognition in Annual Report
Reciprocal access to museums across North America (ROAM)
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters
Charitable tax receipt ($100 deducted)

*For up to four children

Patron Circle: $1500+

Add a second cardholder & two guests

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
Add a second cardholder
2 complimentary guests per cardholder per visit
15% discount for two cardholders on clay classes, programs, and camps*
Front-of-the-line access for clay class registration
Exclusive invitations to Patron Openings
Exclusive invitation to annual Patron Garden Party
Exclusive invitations to Patron Insider Events
10% discount on Gardiner venue rentals
Exclusive invitations to Friends Preview Days with unlimited guests
Exclusive access to Friends Excursion (ticketed event)
2 free tickets to designated lecture annually
5 guest passes annually
Reciprocal access to museums across North America (ROAM)
Recognition on Donor Wall
Recognition in Annual Report
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters
Charitable tax receipt ($100 deducted)

*For up to four children

Young Patron Circle: $500+

For adults 45 and under

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
Add a second cardholder
2 complimentary guests per cardholder per visit
15% discount for two cardholders on clay classes, programs, and camps*
Front-of-the-line access for clay class registration
1 free ticket to annual SMASH art party
Exclusive invitations to YPC-only events
Exclusive invitations to Patron Openings
Exclusive invitation to annual Patron Garden Party
10% discount on Gardiner venue rentals
Exclusive invitations to Friends Preview Days with unlimited guests
Exclusive access to Friends Excursion (ticketed event)
2 free tickets to designated lecture annually
4 guest passes annually
Reciprocal access to museums across North America (ROAM)
Recognition on Donor Wall
Recognition in Annual Report
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters
Charitable tax receipt ($100 deducted)

*For up to four children

Director’s Circle: $2500+

Add a second cardholder & four guests

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
Add a second cardholder
4 complimentary guests per cardholder per visit
15% discount for two cardholders on clay classes, programs, and camps*
Front-of-the-line access for clay class registration
Annual talk with Director
Exclusive invitations to Patron Openings
Exclusive invitation to annual Patron Garden Party
Exclusive invitation to Patron Insider Events
Exclusive invitations to Friends Preview Days with unlimited guests
Exclusive access to Friends’ Excursion (ticketed event)
15% discount on Gardiner venue rentals
One exhibition catalogue annually
2 free tickets to designated lecture annually
5 guest passes annually
Reciprocal access to museums across North America (ROAM)
Recognition on Donor Wall
Recognition in Annual Report
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters
Charitable tax receipt ($100 deducted)

*For up to four children

Curator’s Circle: $5000+

Add a second cardholder & unlimited guests

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
Add a second cardholder
Unlimited complimentary guests per visit
15% discount for two cardholders on clay classes, programs, and camps*
Front-of-the-line access for clay class registration
Annual talk with Director
Annual tour with Chief Curator
Exclusive invitations to Patron Insider Events
Exclusive invitation to annual Patron Garden Party
Exclusive invitations to Patron Openings
Exclusive invitations to Friends Preview Days with unlimited guests
Exclusive access to Friends Excursion (ticketed event)
25% discount on Gardiner venue rentals
One exhibition catalogue annually
5 guest passes annually
2 free tickets to designated lecture annually
Reciprocal access to museums across North America (ROAM)
Recognition on Donor Wall
Recognition in Annual Report
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters
Charitable tax receipt ($100 deducted)

*For up to four children

Founder’s Circle: $10000+

Additional tailored benefits

Join Renew Gift

What's included

1 year unlimited admission
Add a second cardholder
Unlimited complimentary guests per visit
15% discount for two cardholders on clay classes, programs, and camps*
Front-of-the-line access for clay class registration
Annual talk with Director
Annual tour with Chief Curator
Exclusive invitations to Patron Openings
Exclusive invitation to annual Patron Garden Party
Exclusive invitation to Patron Insider Events
Exclusive invitation to Friends Preview Days with unlimited guests
50% discount on Gardiner venue rentals
One exhibition catalogue annually
Exclusive access to Friends Excursion (ticketed event)
5 guest passes annually
2 free tickets to designated lecture annually
Reciprocal access to museums across North America (ROAM)
Recognition on Donor Wall
Recognition in Annual Report
10% discount at the Gardiner Shop
10% discount at CLAY restaurant
Subscription to monthly e-newsletters
Charitable tax receipt ($100 deducted)
Additional tailored benefits are offered for all members at this level

*For up to four children

Other ways to join:

Call 416.408.5051
Email friends@gardinermuseum.com
Join in person

*For up to four children
†Gardiner Friend Status must be declared at time of booking
Tax receipt issued (Business Number 10808 2900 RR0001)
There are no refunds on purchases of Gardiner Friend levels.

Gardiner Friends & Patrons

Get Acquainted: $30

Friend: $100

Friends & Family: $150

Supporting: $250+

Patron Circle: $1500+

Young Patron Circle: $500+

Director’s Circle: $2500+

Curator’s Circle: $5000+

Founder’s Circle: $10000+

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Gardiner Friends & Patrons

Get Acquainted: $30

Friend: $100

Friends & Family: $150

Supporting: $250+

Patron Circle: $1500+

Young Patron Circle: $500+

Director’s Circle: $2500+

Curator’s Circle: $5000+

Founder’s Circle: $10000+

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