General admission for children 17 years and under is always free

Patron Program

You are invited to experience a deeper connection to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum by joining the Friends of Fenway Court Patron Program.

Become a Friends of Fenway Court Patron

The Friends of Fenway Court Patron Program is a dynamic group of supporters who share Isabella Gardner’s imaginative spirit and commitment to the arts, while providing vital annual support for the Museum’s mission.

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All patrons enjoy a greater level of access to the Museum, including:

Invitations to Extraordinary Events

Exclusive exhibition previews, receptions, and signature events throughout the year
Behind-the-scenes learning opportunities with curators and Museum staff
Opportunity to purchase tickets for the Museum's annual gala

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Special Opportunities to Share the Museum with Friends and Family

Two membership cards, each admitting up to four adults (children under 18 are free)
Opportunity to book a private, docent-led tour for up to four people
Reduced-price concert tickets and free admission to lectures
Reciprocal membership benefits at more than 1,000 art museums nationwide
Complimentary individual-level gift membership
10% discount at Gift at the Gardner and Café G

A Personalized Experience

Personalized assistance with questions or special requests by calling the Patron line: 617-264-6045
Assistance with booking timed entry tickets or reserving a table at Café G
Reserved seating at concerts

If you are looking for opportunities to personally connect with and support the arts—both historical and contemporary—while satisfying your sense of adventure and intellectual curiosity, it would be our pleasure to welcome you to this vibrant community of the Museum’s most loyal and valued supporters.

Have questions? Contact 617 264 6045 or email patrons@isgm.org.

In addition to the benefits listed above, Benefactors receive:
- Invitations to select post-program receptions with musicians and speakers
- Six single-use guest passes
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All but $460 is tax-deductible*
In addition to all Benefactor benefits, Curators’ Circle patrons receive:
- Additional special invitations to exclusive programming
- Two complimentary tickets to the Gardner's ticketed winter event
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All but $810 is tax-deductible*
In addition to all Curators' Circle benefits, Director’s Circle patrons receive:
- Complimentary parking for one car per visit in the Simmons garage
- Two guaranteed tickets for all concerts and lectures upon request (available up until three days before event)
- A complimentary exhibition catalog each year
- Two additional single-use guest passes for a total of ten
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All but $935 is tax-deductible*
In addition to all Director's Circle benefits, Leadership Circle patrons receive:
- Opportunity to book a private, after-hours customized tour with a curator for up to eight guests
- Ability to invite two additional guests to the annual Nasturtium Party or exhibition previews
- 10% discount off the Museum’s fee for private rental events
- Two additional single-use guest passes for a total of twelve
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All but $1,005 is tax-deductible*
In addition to all Leadership Circle benefits, Founder’s Circle patrons receive:
- Exclusive invitation to a private event hosted in the Palace’s fourth floor Drawing Room
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All but $1,205 is tax-deductible*

*For tax purposes: this is the estimated fair market value of benefits. Patrons who waive all non-incidental benefits, or who recommend a gift through a donor-advised fund, will be invited to pay a separate ticket price for the events they attend that contain a fair market value so that their contribution may remain fully tax-deductible.