BECOME A PATRON
The Ashmolean has relied upon the support of benefactors ever since its founding collection was bestowed by Elias Ashmole, establishing the world’s first public museum in 1683.
Since then, the Museum has grown into a world-class collection of art and archaeology. Today, a walk through our galleries allows our visitors to explore human stories across cultures and across time: from the world’s greatest collection of Raphael drawings, to the most important collection of Egyptian pre-dynastic sculpture and ceramics outside Cairo, outstanding Anglo-Saxon treasures, and the foremost collection of modern Chinese painting in the Western world.
The Ashmolean Patrons are a sociable club of art and archaeology enthusiasts. The Groups enjoy curator-led tours, go behind-the-scenes at the museum, trips abroad, visit artists' studios and receive invitations to exclusive Private Views at the Ashmolean.
Now more than ever we need your help to ensure we can continue this important work.
It would be my pleasure to welcome you as an Ashmolean Patron.
Xa Sturgis, Director
ASHMOLEAN PATRONS
ELIAS ASHMOLE PATRONS
Shaping the Ashmolean's future with your support to create a long-lasting legacy.
Patron and exhibition curator at the Bruegel to Rubens: Great Flemish Drawings exhibition preview © Ashmolean Museum / Hannah Pye
Benefits
- All exhibition private views
- Annual Ashmolean Gala Dinner
- Participate in the annual European spring trip accompanied by the Director
- Special visits to private collections
- Attend talks at the Museum and online
- Gain behind-the-scenes access in the Museum and further afield
- Engage in study sessions with curatorial staff
- Enjoy all the Ashmolean Collective benefits
Membership fee
£2,500 – joint per annum
ASHMOLEAN COLLECTIVE
A sociable networking group of art enthusiasts, exploring contemporary artists in conversation with historic collections.
Daniel Crews-Chubb, Lena Fritsch and Flora Yukhnovich at the first Ashmolean Now exhibition preview © Ashmolean Museum / Hannah Pye
Benefits
- Two special events in Oxford and London, including Meet the Artist
- Exclusive invitations around Ashmolean exhibitions
- Monthly newsletters
- Enjoy free entry to all exhibitions
- Have your name acknowledged in our annual review
- Enjoy discounts at the Rooftop Restaurant, Café, and the Museum Shop
Membership fees
£400 – solo per annum (£33.33 per month Direct Debit)
£700 – joint per annum (£58.33 per month Direct Debit)
