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Membership
Frédéric Bazille, (French, 1841–1870), The Beach at Sainte-Adresse, 1865, oil on canvas, gift of the Forward Arts Foundation in honor of Frances Floyd Cocke, 1980.62.
See it first. See it free. See more of what inspires you!
As a member, visit the High as often as you like with free admission and free parking. Plus, be the first to see new exhibitions, enjoy exclusive discounts when shopping and dining, and receive free access to programs, events, and more.
Membership is more than a terrific deal on admission to the High. As a member, you’re caring for the 18,000 artworks in the High’s collection—and connecting our community with these works in innovative ways. You are an essential part of the High, and your membership matters!
Interested in becoming a member?
Explore our membership levels below to find the level that’s right for you!
Already a member?
Visit our Current Members page to learn about upcoming member events, register for free tickets, download your digital membership card, and explore other members-only benefits.
Looking to simplify your annual renewal?
Enroll in Auto Renewal to continue your membership uninterrupted from year to year. Plus, you’ll save 20% during your first year of Auto Renewal! Learn more.
Purchasing as a gift?
Visit our Gift Membership page to learn about options for giving someone special a full year of art, performances, parties, and more!
Fully tax deductible
Enjoy the following benefits for one named cardholder:
- Free unlimited admission to our extensive collection and most special exhibitions
- Free parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage*
- One free ticket to every Friday Jazz and HIGH Frequency Friday (regularly $25 per ticket)
- Free access to weekday programs including Toddler Thursdays and Saturdays and Conversation Pieces
- Two complimentary guest admission passes*
- Up to five $5 admission tickets for your guests* (regularly $16.50 per ticket)
- Exclusive discounts on camps, classes, and workshops
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop
- 10% discount at CJ’s Café
- Invitations to members-only exhibition previews, tours, and events
- Subscriptions to HMA member magazine and weekly e-news
- Special offers on gift membership purchases
- Discounts on select tickets to the Alliance Theatre and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
- Option to enroll in Auto Renewal
$89 tax deductible
Enjoy the following benefits for one or two named cardholders:
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- Free unlimited admission to our extensive collection and most special exhibitions
- Free general admission tickets for your children or grandchildren (ages 17 and below)
- Free parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage*
- Two free tickets to every Friday Jazz and HIGH Frequency Friday* (regularly $25 per ticket)
- Free access to weekday programs including Toddler Thursdays and Saturdays and Conversation Pieces
- Four complimentary guest admission passes*
- Up to five $5 admission tickets for your guests* (regularly $16.50 per ticket)
- Exclusive discounts on camps, classes, and workshops
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop
- 10% discount at CJ’s Café
- Invitations to members-only exhibition previews, tours, and events
- Subscriptions to HMA member magazine and weekly e-news
- Special offers on gift membership purchases
- Discounts on select tickets to the Alliance Theatre and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
- Option to enroll in Auto Renewal
$110 tax deductible
Enjoy the following benefits for one or two named cardholders:
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- Two additional complimentary guest admission passes* (six total)
- Reciprocal membership benefits, such as free or discounted admission, at 1,200+ museums through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM) and the Reciprocal Organization of American Museums (ROAM)
- Ability to join the High’s Young Professionals, a social group for members ages 21–39
- Plus, all Dual/Family benefits:
- Free unlimited admission to our extensive collection and most special exhibitions
- Free general admission tickets for your children or grandchildren (ages 17 and below)
- Free parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage*
- Two free tickets to every Friday Jazz and HIGH Frequency Friday* (regularly $25 per ticket)
- Free access to weekday programs including Toddler Thursdays and Saturdays and Conversation Pieces
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- Four complimentary guest admission passes*
- Up to five $5 admission tickets for your guests* (regularly $16.50 per ticket)
- Exclusive discounts on camps, classes, and workshops
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop
- 10% discount at CJ’s Café
- Invitations to members-only exhibition previews, tours, and events
- Subscriptions to HMA member magazine and weekly e-news
- Special offers on gift membership purchases
- Discounts on select tickets to the Alliance Theatre and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
- Option to enroll in Auto Renewal
$293 tax deductible
Enjoy the following benefits for one or two named cardholders:
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- Additional 5% discount in the Museum Shop (15% total)
- Invitations to monthly tours of special exhibitions
- Reciprocal membership benefits at 40 additional museums through the Museum Alliance Reciprocal Program (MARP)
- Plus, all Contributing benefits:
- Free unlimited admission to our extensive collection and most special exhibitions
- Free general admission tickets for your children or grandchildren (ages 17 and below)
- Free parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage*
- Two free tickets to every Friday Jazz and HIGH Frequency Friday* (regularly $25 per ticket)
- Free access to weekday programs including Toddler Thursdays and Saturdays and Conversation Pieces
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- Six complimentary guest admission passes*
- Up to five $5 admission tickets for your guests* (regularly $16.50 per ticket)
- Exclusive discounts on camps, classes, and workshops
- 10% discount in the Museum Shop
- 10% discount at CJ’s Café
- Invitations to members-only exhibition previews, tours, and events
- Reciprocal membership benefits, such as free or discounted admission, at 1,200+ museums through NARM and ROAM
- Ability to join the High’s Young Professionals, a social group for members ages 21–39
- Subscriptions to HMA member magazine and weekly e-news
- Special offers on gift membership purchases
- Discounts on select tickets to the Alliance Theatre and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
- Option to enroll in Auto Renewal
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$492 tax deductible
Enjoy the following benefits for one or two named cardholders:
- Two additional complimentary guest admission passes* (eight total)
- Invitations to Member Mornings events
- Reciprocal membership benefits at 15 additional art museums through the Art Museum Reciprocal Membership Program (AMRMP)
- Plus, all Patron benefits:
- Free unlimited admission to our extensive collection and most special exhibitions
- Free general admission tickets for your children or grandchildren (ages 17 and below)
- Free parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage*
- Two free tickets to every Friday Jazz and HIGH Frequency Friday* (regularly $25 per ticket)
- Free access to weekday programs including Toddler Thursdays and Saturdays and Conversation Pieces
- Invitations to monthly tours of special exhibitions
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- Six complimentary guest admission passes*
- Up to five $5 admission tickets for your guests* (regularly $16.50 per ticket)
- Exclusive discounts on camps, classes, and workshops
- 15% discount in the Museum Shop
- 10% discount at CJ’s Café
- Invitations to members-only exhibition previews, tours, and events
- Subscriptions to HMA member magazine and weekly e-news
- Reciprocal membership benefits, such as free or discounted admission, at 1,200+ museums through NARM, ROAM, and MARP
- Ability to join the High’s Young Professionals, a social group for members ages 21–39
- Special offers on gift membership purchases
- Discounts on select tickets to the Alliance Theatre and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
- Option to enroll in Auto Renewal
$856 tax deductible
Enjoy the following benefits for one or two named cardholders:
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- Two additional complimentary guest admission passes* (ten total)
- Invitations to after-hours tours
- An invitation to one Circle Member exhibition reception
- Plus, all Patron benefits:
- Free unlimited admission to our extensive collection and most special exhibitions
- Free general admission tickets for your children or grandchildren (ages 17 and below)
- Free parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage (subject to availability; valid during Museum hours)
- Two free tickets to every Friday Jazz and HIGH Frequency Friday* (regularly $25 per ticket)
- Free access to weekday programs including Toddler Thursdays and Saturdays and Conversation Pieces
- Invitations to monthly tours of special exhibitions
- Invitations to Member Mornings events
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- Up to five $5 admission tickets for your guests* (regularly $16.50 per ticket)
- Exclusive discounts on camps, classes, and workshops
- 15% discount in the Museum Shop
- 10% discount at CJ’s Café
- Invitations to members-only exhibition previews, tours, and events
- Reciprocal membership benefits such as free or discounted admission, at 1,200+ museums through NARM, ROAM, MARP, and AMRMP
- Ability to join the High’s Young Professionals (for members ages 21–39)
- Subscriptions to HMA member magazine and weekly e-news
- Special offers on gift membership purchases
- Discounts on select tickets to the Alliance Theatre and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
- Option to enroll in Auto Renewal
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Membership Discounts
Discounts are available for seniors, military, and educators when purchasing an Individual or Dual/Family membership. A Student membership option is also available for full-time students. Learn more below.
To purchase a discounted membership, please visit our admissions desk or call Member Services at 404-733-4575 (Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.). Discounts are not available online.
For ages 65 and older
Senior Discount
Starting your next chapter? There is always something new to do at the High, and members ages 65 and older are eligible to receive a $15 discount at the Individual and Dual/Family levels.
For veterans and service members
Military Discount
We thank you for your service and invite you to be a part of the High Museum of Art as a member! Veterans and active service members are eligible to receive a $15 discount at the Individual and Dual/Family levels.
For educators and homeschool parents
The High is an inspiring place for lifelong learning! Educators and homeschool parents are eligible to receive a $15 discount at the Individual and Dual/Family levels.
$55 for full-time students with a valid ID
You don’t need to wait until you graduate to start enjoying the High as a member. As a Student Member, enjoy unlimited access to the High for a full year, plus other exclusive benefits.
The Circles
Experience the High as few can in the Museum’s foremost membership levels.
For supporters ages 30–50
All but $322 tax deductible
- Invitations throughout the year to exclusive Circle Salon events, including visits to private collections, artists’ studios, and galleries
- Ten guest passes
- Opt-in invitations to Young Professionals events
- Plus the following Circle Member benefits:
- Full membership privileges for one or two adults and their children or grandchildren, ages 17 and under
- Invitation to the annual dinner honoring Circle Members
- Invitations to Circles exhibition preview receptions with curator-led tours
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 860 museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Additional 10% discount on purchases in the Museum Shop and online (20% total discount)
All but $360 tax deductible
- Full membership privileges for one or two adults and children or grandchildren, 17 years and under
- Twelve one-time-use guest passes
- Invitation to the annual dinner honoring Circle Members
- Invitations to Circles exhibition preview receptions with curator-led tours
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- One Dual/Family gift membership per year to give to a friend ($110 level)
- Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 860 museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Additional 10% discount on Museum Shop and online purchases (20% total discount)
- A direct Circles phone line for concierge assistance with special requests and other VIP services
All but $415 tax deductible
- Invitation to visit one of Atlanta’s premier private art collections with High Museum curator
- One complimentary exhibition catalogue
- Plus all Circle Member benefits:
- Full membership privileges for one or two adults and children or grandchildren, 17 years and under
- Twelve one-time-use guest passes
- Invitation to the annual dinner honoring Circle Members
- Invitations to Circles exhibition preview receptions with curator-led tours
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- One Dual/Family gift membership per year to give to a friend ($110 level)
- Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 860 museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Additional 10% discount on Museum Shop and online purchases (20% total discount)
- A direct Circles phone line for concierge assistance with special requests and other VIP services
All but $490 tax deductible
- Invitation to the Annual Benefactors Luncheon with key Museum leaders
- Opportunity for a private exhibition or collection tour for you and up to eight guests
- Plus all Circle Supporter benefits:
- Invitation to visit one of Atlanta’s premier private art collections with High Museum curator
- One complimentary exhibition catalogue
- Full membership privileges for one or two adults and children or grandchildren, 17 years and under
- Twelve one-time-use guest passes
- Invitation to the annual dinner honoring Circle Members
- Invitations to Circles exhibition preview receptions with curator-led tours
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- One Dual/Family gift membership per year to give to a friend ($110 level)
- Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 860 museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Additional 10% discount on Museum Shop and online purchases (20% total discount)
- A direct Circles phone line for concierge assistance with special requests and other VIP services
All but $490 tax deductible
- Invitation to domestic travel opportunities with special access to private collections and guided tours
- Two complimentary exhibition catalogues
- Fifteen guest passes
- Plus all Circle Benefactor benefits:
- Invitation to the Annual Benefactors Luncheon with key Museum leaders
- Opportunity for a private exhibition or collection tour for you and up to eight guests
- Invitation to visit one of Atlanta’s premier private art collections with High Museum curator
- One complimentary exhibition catalogue
- Full membership privileges for one or two adults and children or grandchildren, 17 years and under
- Twelve one-time-use guest passes
- Invitation to the annual dinner honoring Circle Members
- Invitations to Circles exhibition preview receptions with curator-led tours
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- One Dual/Family gift membership per year to give to a friend ($110 level)
- Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 860 museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Additional 10% discount on Museum Shop and online purchases (20% total discount)
- A direct Circles phone line for concierge assistance with special requests and other VIP services
Director’s Circle
Join the Director’s Circle of the High Museum of Art and enjoy insider access to the Museum’s renowned collections and exhibitions.
$12,000 tax deductible
All Circle Member benefits:
- Full membership privileges for one or two adults and children or grandchildren, 17 years and under
- Twelve one-time-use guest passes
- Invitation to the annual dinner honoring Circle Members
- Invitations to Circles exhibition preview receptions with curator-led tours
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- One Dual/Family gift membership per year to give to a friend ($110 level)
- Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 860 museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Additional 10% discount on Museum Shop and online purchases (20% total discount)
- A direct Circles phone line for concierge assistance with special requests and other VIP services
Plus:
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- Invitations to opening celebrations for major exhibitions and private collection visits
- Regional, national, and international travel opportunities, with special access to private collections and guided tours of the world’s great museums with the Museum’s director and curators
- Opportunities to glimpse behind the scenes of the Museum, including visits to our Collections Care Facility and building tours
- Ability to request exhibition tours for you and up to ten guests*
- Invitation to annual Director’s Circle appreciation dinner
- First access to presale opportunities, invitations, and communication for annual Wine Auction and associated events
- Complimentary copies of all major exhibition catalogues
- Recognition in High Museum member publications
All benefits are nontransferable.
$14,500 tax deductible
- Invitation for cocktails on the Director’s Terrace with the Museum director
- Access to the Delta SKY360° Club, including discounted rental fees for private event hosting*
- VIP parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage
- Plus all Director’s Circle Member benefits:
- Full membership privileges for one or two adults and children or grandchildren, 17 years and under
- Twelve one-time-use guest passes
- Invitation to the Annual Dinner honoring Circle Members
- Invitations to Circles exhibition preview receptions with curator-led tours
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- One Dual/Family gift membership per year to give to a friend ($110 level)
- Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 860 museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Additional 10% discount on Museum Shop and online purchases (20% total discount)
- A direct Circles phone line for concierge assistance with special requests and other VIP services
- Invitations to opening celebrations for major exhibitions and private collection visits
- Regional, national, and international travel opportunities, with special access to private collections and guided tours of the world’s great museums with the Museum’s director and curators
- Opportunities to glimpse behind the scenes of the Museum, including visits to our Collections Care Facility and building tours
- Ability to request exhibition tours for you and up to ten guests*
- Invitation to annual Director’s Circle appreciation dinner
- First access to presale opportunities, invitations, and communication for annual Wine Auction and associated events
- Complimentary copies of all major exhibition catalogues
- Recognition in High Museum member publications
All benefits are nontransferable. *Subject to availability; restrictions apply.
$24,500 tax deductible
- Invitation to dinner with Museum director
- Private curator-led tour of exhibition of your choice*
- Private lunch with director or chief curator*
- Ability to rent select Museum spaces for private events*
- Plus all Director’s Circle Member benefits:
- Invitation for cocktails on the Director’s Terrace with the Museum director
- Access to the Delta SKY360° Club, including discounted rental fees for private event hosting*
- VIP parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage
- Full membership privileges for one or two adults and children or grandchildren, 17 years and under
- Twelve one-time-use guest passes
- Invitation to the Annual Dinner honoring Circle Members
- Invitations to Circles exhibition preview receptions with curator-led tours
- One free guest admission ticket on every visit*
- One Dual/Family gift membership per year to give to a friend ($110 level)
- Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 860 museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Additional 10% discount on Museum Shop and online purchases (20% total discount)
- A direct Circles phone line for concierge assistance with special requests and other VIP services
- Invitations to opening celebrations for major exhibitions and private collection visits
- Regional, national, and international travel opportunities, with special access to private collections and guided tours of the world’s great museums with the Museum’s director and curators
- Opportunities to glimpse behind the scenes of the Museum, including visits to our Collections Care Facility and building tours
- Ability to request exhibition tours for you and up to ten guests*
- Invitation to annual Director’s Circle appreciation dinner
- First access to presale opportunities, invitations, and communication for annual Wine Auction and associated events
- Complimentary copies of all major exhibition catalogues
- Recognition in High Museum member publication
All benefits are nontransferable. *Subject to availability; restrictions apply.
Please Note:
- Parking in the Woodruff Arts Center garage is very limited, and free parking is subject to availability. This benefit is limited to daytime museum visitation (Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday, 12 noon–5 p.m., excluding UPS Second Sundays). Limit one validation per day per membership.
- Complimentary guest passes/tickets are valid for daytime general admission and cannot be used for programs or events (including Friday Jazz and HIGH Frequency Friday).
- $5 guest tickets are valid for daytime general admission and cannot be used for programs or events (including Friday Jazz and HIGH Frequency Friday).
- Tickets for HIGH Frequency Friday and Friday Jazz are required for visitors ages six and above. Preregistration is recommended.