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Great Hall will be closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from September 10 - November 20, and December 3, 4, 10 and 11. 

Membership to the DIA

DIA membership supports the unique history and culture that can’t be found on TV, online or in books, and ensures access to one of the world’s greatest collections of art. DIA members are our most faithful supporters and regular visitors.

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Become a member of the DIA family

Members receive complimentary exhibition tickets, special member experiences, discounts in the museum shop and at our dining facilities, and much more.

Membership Benefits

Auto-Renewal for Memberships

Remembering to renew your membership can be a hassle. Opt-in to auto renew, and your membership will automatically renew at the end of each term, ensuring that you continue to enjoy all the benefits without any interruptions.

HOW IT WORKS

You can opt into this feature —whether you’re a new or renewing member.

For Renewing members, simply log in to your membership account at dia.org/support, follow the steps to renew your membership and remember to click ‘Auto Renew’ at the checkout page. For new members, follow the steps to join and check the 'Auto Renew' at the checkout page.

For Auxiliary Memberships, if you also have auxiliary memberships, follow the same steps and make sure to check the ‘Auto Renew’ box for each membership. Both your DIA membership and auxiliary memberships will renew simultaneously.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• You must select all your DIA memberships and auxiliaries for the renewal to take effect.

• Discounts cannot be applied to auto renewals

KEY BENEFITS

Uninterrupted Access Continue to enjoy all the exclusive benefits, updates, and services without any breaks.

• Seamless Experience

• No need to manually renew your membership—stay connected without any hassle.

• You will receive an email confirmation one month before the charge.

• Ensure your payment information is up to date to avoid any interruptions in your membership.

Membership Levels

Individual
  • Free Admission to the Museum
  • One free admission to each ticketed exhibition
$65/year
Companion
  • Free museum admission for two adults
  • Two free admissions to each ticketed exhibition
$80/year
Senior
  • For ages 62 and over
  • Free museum admission for two adults
  • All the same benefits as a Companion Membership at a discounted rate for seniors
$60/year
Family Plus
  • Free museum admission for 4 adults and all children and grandchildren through high-school age
  • Four free admissions to each ticketed exhibition
$110/year
Affiliate $180/year
Patron
  • Free Bulletin of the Detroit Institute of Arts

  • Free general admission at hundreds of North American attractions (visit dia.org for full list of participating venues)

  • Four free admissions to  each ticketed exhibition

  • Free museum admission for 4 adults and all children & grandchildren through high school age

$300/year
Contributor
  • Invitation to SneakPeek Previews of special exhibition

  • Free Bulletin of the Detroit Institute of Arts

  • Free general admission at hundreds of North American attractions (visit dia.org for full list of participating venues)

  • Four free admissions to  each ticketed exhibition

  • Free museum admission for 4 adults and all children & grandchildren through high school age

$600/year
Conservator
  • Special educational and social events

  • Invitation to SneakPeek Previews of special exhibitions

  • Free Bulletin of the Detroit Institute of Arts

  • Free general admission at hundreds of North American attractions (visit dia.org for full list of participating venues)

  • Four free admissions to  each ticketed exhibition

  • Free museum admission for 4 adults and all children & grandchildren through high school age

$1,000/year
Supporting Associate
  • Complimentary John R parking (as available)

  • 2 Exhibition VIP Reservations

  • Discount on facility rental fees for private events

  • Invitations to all DIA Associates events

  • All lower level member benefits included

$2,000/year
Sustaining Associate
  • Complimentary John R parking (as available)

  • 4 Exhibition VIP Reservations

  • Discount on facility rental fees for private events

  • Invitations to all DIA Associates events

  • Consultation by a DIA curator or conservator upon request

  • Invitations to "Lunch & Learn Series" with DIA curators

  • All lower level member benefits included

$3,000/year
Director's Associate
  • Complimentary John R parking (as available)

  • 6 Exhibition VIP Reservations

  • Discount on facility rental fees for private events

  • Invitations to all DIA Associates events

  • Consultation by a DIA curator or conservator upon request

  • Invitation to "Lunch & Learn Series" with DIA curators

  • Complimentary copy of Treasures of the DIA upon joining or rejoining

  • Private gallery tour with a DIA curator for friends and family (maximum of 10 individuals)

  • All lower level member benefits included

$5,000/year
Chairman's Associate
  • Complimentary John R parking (as available)

  • 8 Exhibition VIP Reservations

  • Discount on facility rental fees for private events

  • Invitations to all DIA Associates events

  • Consultation by a DIA curator or conservator upon request

  • Invitation to "Lunch & Learn Series" with DIA curators

  • Complimentary copy of Treasures of the DIA upon joining or rejoining

  • Private gallery tour with a DIA curator for friends and family (maximum of 10 individuals)

  • Private gallery tour with the DIA director for friends and family (maximum of 10 individuals

  • All lower level member benefits included

$10,000/year
Society of Associates
  • Complimentary John R parking (as available)
  • 10 Exhibition VIP Reservations
  • Discount on facility rental fees for private events
  • Invitations to all DIA Associates events
  • Consultation by a DIA curator or conservator upon request
  • Invitation to "Lunch & Learn Series" with DIA curators
  • Complimentary copy of Treasures of the DIA upon joining or rejoining
  • Private gallery tour with a DIA curator for friends and family (maximum of 10 individuals)
  • Private gallery tour with the DIA director for friends and family (maximum of 10 individuals)
  • Annual Society of Associates dinner
  • Travel opportunities with DIA director
  • All lower level member benefits included 
$25,000/year

The DIA welcomes your gifts from Donor Advised Funds (DAFs). To help ensure that your gift aligns with IRS tax requirements, no membership benefits will be provided in connection with donations made through DAFs; membership payments should be made by any other non-DAF vehicles.  

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Explore Auxiliary Groups

The DIA offers a wide range of specialized auxiliary groups for members, allowing them to deepen their engagement with specific collections and programs.

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Affinity Business Partnerships

The DIA Affinity Partner Program is a way to connect our 22,000 member households to support local businesses. Detroit-area businesses in the Affinity program offer select discounts to DIA members when they present a membership card.

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Give the gift of art

Experience the cultural heartbeat of Detroit with a gift membership to the Detroit Institute of Arts. Now available online!