The Giving Circles is a unique group of patrons and advocates who provide vital unrestricted support that activates the Sculpture Park and the Museum with new artworks and educational programs for all ages.
This new program honors deCordova's lead Annual Fund donors and meaningfully connects participants with the heart of the Museum's mission: contemporary sculpture and art. In recognition of their generosity, Giving Circle members receive exclusive access to deCordova’s artists, curators, and unique experiences.
Join the Circle – support deCordova at one of the following levels and receive the benefits below while providing crucial support for deCordova’s mission and operations.
Levels of Participation
Hilltop Circle $10,000+ ($400 non-deductible)
Members of the Hilltop Circle receive exclusive invitations to leadership events and experiences with deCordova’s director, curators, and artists, including invitations to Director’s dinners, exhibition opening after parties, and private collection tours. Hilltop Circle members receive all the benefits and invitations associated with the Pond View and Terrace Circle levels.
Pond View Circle $5,000 - $9,999 ($300 non-deductible)
Members of the Pond View Circle receive invitations to join deCordova’s Director and curators on insider trips to museums, galleries, and art fairs around the world, as well as select private collection tours. Pond View Circle members receive all the benefits and invitations associated with the Terrace Circle level.
Terrace Circle $1,500 – $4,999 ($200 non-deductible)
DeCordova’s Terrace Circle members are invited to attend private receptions and exhibition previews such as deCordova’s Night at the Museum celebration. In addition, Terrace Circle members are recognized publicly as patrons of deCordova.
Privileges of Membership
In addition to exclusive Giving Circle benefits, Giving Circle support includes all the privileges of deCordova’s individual Membership Program:
- Reciprocal museum admission to over 500 institutions participating in the North American Reciprocal Museum network and over 30 modern and contemporary art museum in the Mod/Co network
- Unlimited Museum admission for four adults and all accompanying guests age 17 and under
- 10% discount at deCordova | Store and Café
For more information about the Giving Circles please contact Head of Individual Giving Liz Herring at eherring@decordova.org or 781.259.3631.
