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We invite you to become a member of the Preservation Society today. In addition to joining an active community of preservation supporters and advocates, members are offered unlimited access to all open houses. Already a member? Click here to learn more about your membership and benefits!

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Standard Memberships

Individual

Join/Renew

$115 (Fully tax-deductible)

Membership for one named individual and one guest to accompany on all visits.

Additional Benefits

North American Reciprocal Museum Association membership (NARM);
$5 discount on guest admission tickets for any ticket type (in-person purchase only);
Access to minimum 48-hour pre-sales for tickets to the Newport Flower Show, Wine & Food Festival, and other select events;
Invitations to members-only events and programming, including but not limited to: Summer Members’ Picnic and Holiday Open House, Curator’s Choice and Conservator’s Choice members-only lectures;
Complimentary access to all Zoom programming;
Unlimited access to the Preservation Society’s open properties for one year;
Discounts on Specialty Tour and Sparkling Lights tickets;
Opportunity to rent a Preservation Society property;
10% member discount at Preservation Society museum stores and the Welcome Center Café;
Bi-annual Members sale with 25% discount at stores,
Daily and weekly email communications from the Preservation Society.

Pineapple Membership

Join/Renew

$140 (Fully tax-deductible)

Membership for two named Rhode Island residents with two guests to accompany on all visits.

Additional Benefits

North American Reciprocal Museum Association membership (NARM);
$5 discount on guest admission tickets for any ticket type (in-person purchase only);
Access to minimum 48-hour pre-sales for tickets to the Newport Flower Show, Wine & Food Festival, and other select events;
Invitations to members-only events and programming, including but not limited to: Summer Members’ Picnic and Holiday Open House, Curator’s Choice and Conservator’s Choice members-only lectures;
Complimentary access to all Zoom programming;
Unlimited access to the Preservation Society’s open properties for one year;
Discounts on Specialty Tour and Sparkling Lights tickets;
Opportunity to rent a Preservation Society property;
10% member discount at Preservation Society museum stores and the Welcome Center Café;
Bi-annual Members sale with 25% discount at stores,
Daily and weekly email communications from the Preservation Society.

Dual

Join/Renew

$160 (Fully tax-deductible)

Membership for two named individuals and one guest to accompany on all visits.

Additional Benefits

North American Reciprocal Museum Association membership (NARM);
$5 discount on guest admission tickets for any ticket type (in-person purchase only);
Access to minimum 48-hour pre-sales for tickets to the Newport Flower Show, Wine & Food Festival, and other select events;
Invitations to members-only events and programming, including but not limited to: Summer Members’ Picnic and Holiday Open House, Curator’s Choice and Conservator’s Choice members-only lectures;
Complimentary access to all Zoom programming;
Unlimited access to the Preservation Society’s open properties for one year;
Discounts on Specialty Tour and Sparkling Lights tickets;
Opportunity to rent a Preservation Society property;
10% member discount at Preservation Society museum stores and the Welcome Center Café;
Bi-annual Members sale with 25% discount at stores,
Daily and weekly email communications from the Preservation Society.

Family

Join/Renew

$199 (Fully tax-deductible)

Membership for up to two named adults and any children (or grandchildren) ages 6-17 and one guest to accompany on all visits.

Additional Benefits

North American Reciprocal Museum Association membership (NARM);
$5 discount on guest admission tickets for any ticket type (in-person purchase only);
Access to minimum 48-hour pre-sales for tickets to the Newport Flower Show, Wine & Food Festival, and other select events;
Invitations to members-only events and programming, including but not limited to: Summer Members’ Picnic and Holiday Open House, Curator’s Choice and Conservator’s Choice members-only lectures;
Complimentary access to all Zoom programming;
Unlimited access to the Preservation Society’s open properties for one year;
Discounts on Specialty Tour and Sparkling Lights tickets;
Opportunity to rent a Preservation Society property;
10% member discount at Preservation Society museum stores and the Welcome Center Café;
Bi-annual Members sale with 25% discount at stores,
Daily and weekly email communications from the Preservation Society.

Student/Military/Newport Resident$15 discount

We are grateful to offer a $15 discount on standard memberships for active, reserve, or retired military; current students, and Newport residents. All discounts require a valid proof of status and are in-person only. Not valid on Pineapple Memberships.

Premium Memberships

Patron

Join/Renew

$500 ($350 is tax-deductible)

Membership for 2 named individuals and any children (or grandchildren) ages 6-17 and two guests to accompany on all visits.

Additional Benefits

10 guest passes (this affects tax-deductibility);
Recognition in the Preservation Society’s Annual Report;
Invitations to Exhibition Opening Receptions (generally two per year).
North American Reciprocal Museum Association membership (NARM);
$5 discount on guest admission tickets for any ticket type (in-person purchase only);
Access to minimum 48-hour pre-sales for tickets to the Newport Flower Show, Wine & Food Festival, and other select events;
Invitations to members-only events and programming, including but not limited to: Summer Members’ Picnic and Holiday Open House, Curator’s Choice and Conservator’s Choice members-only lectures;
Complimentary access to all Zoom programming;
Unlimited access to the Preservation Society’s open properties for one year;
Discounts on Specialty Tour and Sparkling Lights tickets;
Opportunity to rent a Preservation Society property;
10% member discount at Preservation Society museum stores and the Welcome Center Café;
Bi-annual Members sale with 25% discount at stores,
Daily and weekly email communications from the Preservation Society.

Benefactor

Join/Renew

$1000 ($635 is tax-deductible)

Membership for 2 named individuals and any children (or grandchildren) ages 6-17 and two guests to accompany on all visits.

Additional Benefits

15 guest passes (this affects tax-deductibility);
Opportunity to gift two access passes per year;
Recognition in the Preservation Society’s Annual Report;
Invitations to Exhibition Opening Receptions (generally two per year).
North American Reciprocal Museum Association membership (NARM);
$5 discount on guest admission tickets for any ticket type (in-person purchase only);
Access to minimum 48-hour pre-sales for tickets to the Newport Flower Show, Wine & Food Festival, and other select events;
Invitations to members-only events and programming, including but not limited to: Summer Members’ Picnic and Holiday Open House, Curator’s Choice and Conservator’s Choice members-only lectures;
Complimentary access to all Zoom programming;
Unlimited access to the Preservation Society’s open properties for one year;
Discounts on Specialty Tour and Sparkling Lights tickets;
Opportunity to rent a Preservation Society property;
10% member discount at Preservation Society museum stores and the Welcome Center Café;
Bi-annual Members sale with 25% discount at stores,
Daily and weekly email communications from the Preservation Society.

Young Patron

Join/Renew

$300 (Fully tax-deductible)

This is an opportunity for our emerging supporters of preservation. Membership for two named individuals ages 21-39 and two guests to accompany on all visits.

Additional Benefits

Invitation to Young Patron event
Recognition in the Preservation Society’s Annual Report;
Invitations to Exhibition Opening Receptions (generally two per year).
North American Reciprocal Museum Association membership (NARM);
$5 discount on guest admission tickets for any ticket type (in-person purchase only);
Access to minimum 48-hour pre-sales for tickets to the Newport Flower Show, Wine & Food Festival, and other select events;
Invitations to members-only events and programming, including but not limited to: Summer Members’ Picnic and Holiday Open House, Curator’s Choice and Conservator’s Choice members-only lectures;
Complimentary access to all Zoom programming;
Unlimited access to the Preservation Society’s open properties for one year;
Discounts on Specialty Tour and Sparkling Lights tickets;
Opportunity to rent a Preservation Society property;
10% member discount at Preservation Society museum stores and the Welcome Center Café;
Bi-annual Members sale with 25% discount at stores,
Daily and weekly email communications from the Preservation Society.

Additional Membership Information

Ticketing for Current Members

If you have a current membership card, you can proceed directly to the entrance of the house(s) that you wish to visit. If you do not have a current membership card, a cashier can assist you in locating your membership information and printing a temporary membership card for your short-term use. Please show your photo ID for verification.

Membership Cards

All members will receive a card that is associated with their membership. Please allow for two to three weeks after purchasing your membership to receive your card in the mail.

Renewals

Memberships are valid for one year after the date of purchase. We invite you to renew your membership annually and continue your support for the Preservation Society. An invitation to renew your membership will be sent in the month preceding your membership expiration. If you would like to receive a mailed renewal reminder, please email members@newportmansions.org.

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