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Museum members receive free admission to all ticketed exhibitions; discounts in the Museum Store, the exhibition store, and Blue Ridge, the Museum Restaurant; special invitations to events; and so much more. For complete information about member benefits, click here.

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(Members receive free admission to Temples and Tombs, but tickets are subject to availability. It is strongly recommended that members reserve their free tickets in advance.)

Member Mondays

Mondays, May 7 and June 11; 11 a.m.–7 p.m.

On select Mondays, the exhibition will be open from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. for Museum members only. Members reserve your free tickets in advance.

Member discounts

Don’t forget: Members receive discounts in both the Museum Store and the exhibition store, and in Blue Ridge, the Museum Restaurant.

Member events

SOLD OUT: Temples and Tombs Members Opening

Saturday, April 14, 7–9:30 p.m. $35 Members, $45 Nonmembers

Live life to the fullest: kohl-rim your eyes; don your fine linens, gold jewelry, and Cleopatra wigs; and celebrate the opening of Temples and Tombs: Treasures of Egyptian Art from The British Museum in high Nile style. The night is filled with amazing Egyptian artifacts, entertaining dance music, raffles, great food, and fabulous pharaoh watching. Costumes are strongly encouraged!

Contact the Membership Department at (919) 664-6754 for reservations.

CANCELLED: Contemporaries Fun Run for the Arts

Saturday, April 21, 9 a.m.

This event has been cancelled. If you have questions or require a registration refund, please e-mail the membership office.

SOLD OUT:Lunch and Lecture: Painting for the Pharaohs

Friday, May 11, 11 a.m. $25 Members (each session), $30 Nonmembers (each session)

From Egyptian blue to malachite green, and from palettes to brushes, discover the materials and tools of ancient artisans as conservator Perry Hurt reveals the secrets of painting in ancient Egypt. Includes a buffet-style lunch catered by Blue Ridge Restaurant.

Note: Seating is limited; advance registration is required. For information or credit card reservations, please call the Membership Department at (919) 664-6754, or register on-line at e-RSVP.