What is membership?

A MoMA membership is a meaningful way to support the Museum and help make art accessible to people around the world. Membership helps fund exhibitions, educational programs, and the care of MoMA’s renowned collection, while also championing the work of emerging artists and creating opportunities for millions of visitors to connect with modern and contemporary art each year.

As thanks for their support, members enjoy a range of exclusive benefits and privileges, which vary by membership level.

Museum memberships are for personal use only and may not be transferred, resold, or used for commercial purposes.

Membership categories and benefits

As an Access member, you will enjoy the following benefits for one:

  • Unlimited access and $5 guest passes
  • Free tickets to MoMA’s film screenings
  • Exclusive viewing opportunities for major exhibitions during Member Previews and Last Looks
  • Invitations to special events and programs, including Member Evenings
  • Member Early Hour on Saturdays and Sunday from 9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
  • 10% discount in MoMA’s stores and 20% discount during Member Shopping Days
  • Free shipping on retail orders in the contiguous US of $50 or more
  • 10% discount in Café 2 and Terrace Café
  • Access to our monthly member e-newsletter

As an Explore member, you will enjoy the following benefits for two:

  • All benefits of Access membership
  • Two digital membership cards (each cardholder granted unlimited admission to MoMA)
  • One free guest per cardholder
  • Invitations to Gallery Talks, held on Saturdays once a month
  • Invitations to Curatorial Conversations
  • Advanced film ticket privileges: free two-week advance tickets
  • Premium screenings and programs with filmmakers

As a Family member, you will enjoy the following benefits for two:

  • All benefits of Explore membership
  • Two digital membership cards (each cardholder granted unlimited admission to MoMA)
  • One free guest per cardholder
  • Invitations to Family Events
  • Special Art Lab access
  • Member Family Picnic
  • Member-only day for Family Festival
  • Free tickets to Family Films
  • Free tickets to family workshops

As a Supporting member, you will enjoy the following benefits for two:

  • All benefits of Family membership
  • Free admission for four accompanying guests on each visit
  • Two complimentary unaccompanied guest passes upon transaction
  • Invitations to evening Guided Collection Tours
  • Three evening receptions celebrating new highlights in our collection galleries

How can I sign up for a membership with my IDNYC?

We offer a free one-year membership when you join using your IDNYC. The MoMA NYC membership grants benefits including $5 guest passes with every visit, exclusive viewing opportunities, access to digital content for members, and discounts at the MoMA Design Store. If you would like to apply for a MoMA NYC membership with your IDNYC, you must do so in person at the Member Desk in the Museum lobby. We’re open seven days a week, 10:30 a.m.—5:30 p.m., and Fridays until 8:30 p.m.

After you have redeemed your free one-year membership, you will be eligible to renew at the Access or Explore categories at a discounted rate for your second year.

If you redeemed a MoMA NYC or trial membership, or paid for a membership within the last five years, you will not be eligible for a free membership with an IDNYC card.

Do you offer discounts to artists?

Yes. If you’re a practicing artist, you’re eligible for a discounted membership in the Access (artist rate of $35) or Explore (artist rate of $100) category. In order to redeem the discount, you must show proof of your active, professional art practice in person at the Member Desk in the Museum lobby. We’re open seven days a week, 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Fridays until 8:30 p.m.

Proof that you are a practicing artist may include a website, a CV, a catalog of your recent exhibitions, or published articles about your artwork. Please note, we cannot accept Instagram or other social media accounts as proof of eligibility.

If you have previously provided proof of your practice and wish to renew at the artist rate, you may do so online. Visit moma.org/renew and click “Log in to your membership.” If you have already created a login with us, please use it here. Otherwise, select “Get started” and enter your email associated with your membership when prompted. Once you have created a password associated with the email on your membership, you will be logged in and see a prompt to renew as an “Access - Artist” member or an “Explore - Artist” member.

Do you offer discounts to students?

Yes. If you’re a full-time university student, you’re eligible for a discounted membership in the Access (student rate of $50) or Explore (student rate of $100) category. In order to redeem the discount, you must show a valid student ID in person at the Member Desk in the Museum lobby. We’re open seven days a week, 10:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Fridays until 8:30 p.m.

Even if you have previously provided proof of your student status, you must do so again (i.e., show a valid student ID in person at the Member Desk) each time you wish to renew at the student rate.

Do you offer discounts to seniors?

At this time, we do not offer discounted membership rates to seniors.

Do you offer discounts to members who live outside of New York?

We do not offer a membership category specifically designed for those living outside of New York. Out of the available membership categories, we recommend the Access membership, which offers digital benefits—including access to digital content for members and discounts at MoMA Design Store—that allow you to stay connected with MoMA, even if you do not live nearby.

What is the best membership category for families?

The best membership category for families is Family, which offers benefits for two cardholders and access to family programming, including free tickets for Family Festival and Family Films. Each card admits two people; children ages 16 and under are always able to visit the Museum for free. The Family membership also includes all Explore benefits.

Guest passes and member tickets

Do I need to make an advance ticket reservation as a member?

No. Members are welcome to visit without making an advance reservation. If you need assistance with admission, please stop by the Member Desk in the lobby when you arrive. Otherwise, you can present your membership card at the entry to the galleries. Please note that you may be asked to present your card at various checkpoints.

Can I change the date of the reservation I made?

Please email [email protected].

Do I need a separate ticket for specific exhibitions?

No. Your admission includes access to all exhibitions.

Why did I get an error message when I tried to reserve two member tickets?

Our ticketing system can only accommodate one member ticket per transaction. If you are trying to reserve tickets for multiple members at a time—even if they share an account—you will receive an error message. If both members on a single account are planning to visit the Museum together, tickets can be reserved via two separate transactions. You may also visit without a reservation and present your membership cards when entering the galleries.

Do I need a ticket for my child (16 and under)?

No. All children ages 16 and under are able to visit the Museum for free, without reserving tickets in advance.

My membership category permits me to bring a guest. How do I reserve a ticket for them?

You are not required to reserve a ticket for your complimentary guest. Present your membership card at the entry to the galleries for both of your admissions. Please note that you may be asked to present your card at various checkpoints.

How many guest tickets can I purchase as a member?

Access members and above are welcome to reserve up to five guest tickets per visit for $5 each. These can be reserved online at moma.org/tickets or in person on the day of your visit at the Member Desk.

Please note that:

  • Visits with member guest passes will not be admitted without the member present.
  • Museum tickets and guest passes cannot be resold or used for commercial purposes.

I’m a member, but I’m not able to accompany my guest on their visit to the Museum. Can they visit without me?

No. Guests entering with a $5 ticket must be accompanied by the member. Single-use guest passes, which a guest can use for one visit without the accompaniment of the member, are a benefit of the Supporting category and above.

I did not receive the email confirmation for my reservation. Can I have it resent to my email address?

Please email [email protected] to have your confirmation email resent.

Are there visitor guidelines and policies?

Yes, the Museum has visitor guidelines and policies, and the Museum can revoke a membership or refuse admission to anyone who the Museum determines—at its sole discretion—violates these guidelines and policies, or any other Museum guidelines and policies, including, but not limited to, MoMA’s privacy policy and terms of use, MoMA Design Store terms of sale, and the MoMA Design Store rewards terms and conditions.

Logging in to your membership

How do I create a MoMA login?

Go to membership.moma.org and select “Log in to your membership” or “My account” if you are already logged in. Select “Get started” under “Password help” and enter the email address associated with your existing membership. Click continue. If there is an account associated with the email address you entered, you will receive an email with instructions to create or update your password.

How do I log in to my membership?

If you do not have a MoMA login, follow the steps to create your account. If you have already created an account, go to membership.moma.org, select “Log in to your membership,” and log in with the email address and password associated with your membership.

I forgot my password.

Go to membership.moma.org, select “Log in to your membership,” and click “Get started” under “Password help.”

Can I continue to log in with my last name and member number?

No. In order to access your membership details, benefits, and exclusive content, we ask that you create a login using the email address connected to your membership. This update to our process will help keep your information more secure.

I created a login, but it’s not connected to my membership.

To connect your membership to your login, you must use the same email address that is associated with your membership. If you do not know what email address is on record for your membership, please contact us.

Why is my password not accepted when I try to create a login?

Please take note of the password requirements when creating your login. Passwords must contain a minimum of eight characters, including one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, and one number.

Why is my password auto-filled on your website?

MoMA does not store your password on our website. This is likely a feature enabled on your web browser.

I am trying to log in with my Apple ID, and it’s not connecting to my membership.

When logging in with your Apple ID, please do not select “anonymize email” if prompted. Doing so will randomly generate a new email address for you. In order to connect your login to your membership, you must use the same email address that is associated with your membership.

I previously logged in using Google or Apple, but when I try to log in again, my email and password aren’t recognized.

When you opt to log in with Google or Apple, this is how you will continue to log in to your account again when prompted. You will be directed to that channel’s login process, rather than entering an email and password directly on MoMA’s website.

I previously logged in using Google or Apple, but I want to have a login specific to MoMA.

If you previously logged in with Google or Apple, our system will prevent you from creating a new MoMA login via the “Get started” prompt. We recommend continuing to log in via the method you initially selected, but if you need your login reset, please contact us.

Renewing your membership

How do I apply a promo code to my membership renewal?

If you receive an offer for a discount on your membership renewal, please log in to your account before starting the renewal process in order to apply the promo code. Visit membership.moma.org and click “Log in to your membership.” If you have already created a login with us, please use it here. Otherwise, select “Create your new account login” and enter your last name and member number when prompted. Once you have created a password associated with the email address on your membership, you will be logged in.

Select “Renew” and confirm all information connected to your membership. On the right-hand side, you will see a space labeled “Promo code.” Enter the provided promo code into that space and click on “Apply code+” to apply the discount. Please ensure the total is updated to the correct amount before submitting payment.

If you continue to have issues applying a promo code to your membership renewal, contact us and we can assist you.

How can I upgrade my membership?

There are two ways to upgrade your membership:

  1. Log in through the “Log in to your membership” portal on membership.moma.org, select your desired membership category, and complete the purchase. Your membership will be renewed for an additional year at the rate of the category you selected.
  2. If you do not want to renew for an additional year, you can contact us and upgrade for the remainder of your current membership by paying the difference between the two membership rates. Please note that this is only possible if there are more than six months remaining before your membership expires.

Memberships may also be upgraded in person at the Member Desk on your next visit.

I want to renew by mailing a check. Where should I send it?

All renewal checks can be sent to the following address:

The Museum of Modern Art
Attn: Membership
11 West 53rd Street
New York, NY 10019

Please include “Renewal” and your member number in the memo for personal recordkeeping.

How long does it take for my renewal check to process?

Once you’ve mailed your check, it can take three to four weeks for us to receive and process your renewal. If you are subscribed to our emails, you will receive a confirmation email once your membership is renewed. Members at the Supporting category and above will receive physical member cards via mail.

My membership is enrolled in auto-renew. How can I update my information?

If you would like to update your membership’s auto-renew enrollment or the credit card on file, please visit My billing or contact us.

Can I renew my membership via an IRA or Donor-Advised Fund?

We are unable to process an IRA or Donor-Advised Fund gift toward any membership at the Access category ($110) and above. Accepting these checks requires us to certify legally that the gift is tax-deductible, which is not the case for most memberships, as benefits, goods, and services are rendered. We also cannot accept bifurcated payments where one pays separately for the goods and services with a personal account. This is strictly outlined in the Gift Acceptance Policy created by our legal counsel and administration to conform to IRS regulations.

Because our Annual Pass ($75) membership is 100% tax-deductible, you are eligible to renew at this category using an IRA or Donor-Advised Fund.

Managing your membership

What is my member number?

Your member number is located on your digital membership card. For members with physical cards, your member number is located under your name and next to the expiration date. You can also find your member number in the footer of most emails from MoMA Membership.

When does my membership expire?

To find your expiration date, visit membership.moma.org and click “Log in to your membership.” If you have already created a login with us, please use it here. Otherwise, select “Get started” and enter the email associated with your membership. Once you have created a password associated with the email on your membership, you can log in and see your expiration under “My account.” Your expiration date can also be found on your membership card. All memberships are active through the last day of the month indicated on your membership card.

How can I get a new hard copy of my membership card?

We encourage our members to use their digital membership card for access to the Museum. If you cannot access your digital card and require a hard copy, please stop by the Member Desk in the lobby during your next visit to the Museum to request one. Our team can also assist you on how to download your digital card when you visit.

How do I change my contact information on file?

Please log in to your account on membership.moma.org. Click on your name, then select “My account” from the drop-down menu. Then, select “My information.” You will see options to change your phone number and mailing address. Select “Edit,” make your changes, and then click “Confirm changes.”

To change your name and email address, please contact us.

Why don’t I receive emails about my membership?

We regularly send emails to all active members. If you are not receiving emails, check your promotions, junk, and spam folders, or you may have unsubscribed. To make sure you are subscribed to our emails, log in to your account on membership.moma.org, and select “Newsletters” from the drop-down menu under “My account.” Select “Membership communications” and then “Submit.”

If the problem persists, please contact us.

Why don’t I receive a list of upcoming events and films in the mail?

As part of the Museum’s broader commitment to sustainability, we have reduced our production of printed materials. We no longer send calendars of upcoming events and films in the mail. Upcoming member events are announced at the start of each month in our “Happenings” e-newsletter. All member and public events and the film schedule can be found online.

How can I get a receipt for my tax-deductible membership gift?

Tax receipts are included in the confirmation email you receive immediately after your payment is processed. If you need a copy of your MoMA membership’s tax receipt for your personal records, please contact us.

If you have paid for a 100% tax-deductible membership via an IRA, donor-advised fund, or similar fund, we cannot issue you a tax receipt for personal use.

Membership cards

I just renewed my membership. Will you send me a hard copy of my membership card?

Some membership categories, including Annual Pass, Access, and Explore, are digital-only. Physical membership cards are not issued to members in these categories. If your category is digital-only and you require a hard copy of your card, stop by the Member Desk during your next visit to the Museum to request one.

I lost my membership card. How can I get a new hard copy?

We encourage our members to use their digital membership card for access to the Museum! If you cannot access your digital card and require a hard copy, please stop by the Member Desk in the lobby during your next visit to the Museum to request one. Our team can also assist you on how to download your digital card when you visit.

How can I download my membership card to my smartphone?

Download your digital member card.

Or:

  1. Go to membership.moma.org.
  2. Select “Log in” and log in with your email and password.
  3. Click on your name and select “My account.”
  4. Follow the instructions on the “My membership” page to add your membership card to your digital wallet.

If you have more than one cardholder on your membership, the other cardholder can create a login with their email address and access their personal digital member card from their own account.

Can I print out the barcode of my digital membership card and use it for admission?

No. The barcode you see on your digital card is not formatted to be printed. Our digital cards are only formatted for Apple’s Wallet app and the Google Pay app. If you’re a Samsung user, please manually add your card to Samsung Wallet by following the instructions on the app.

Please note that your membership card is nontransferable, as stated on your membership card, your tax receipt, and our website. Member benefits are only intended for personal, noncommercial use by the membership’s named cardholder. In addition, the member should always be present with their guests. MoMA does not allow third parties to lead groups through the Museum or to resell guest passes.

Member home and other benefits

What is member home?

We’ve created a new digital home for members, where you can explore upcoming exhibitions, engage with the MoMA community at monthly events, and discover personalized picks.

How do I access my member home?

You can access your member home by logging in here.

You can also log in on moma.org by clicking “Membership.” Select “Log in” and enter your email address and password when prompted. When you return to the moma.org home page, you can select “My membership” in the top right-hand corner and choose “Member home” from the drop-down menu.

How can I find out about upcoming member events?

Upcoming member events are announced at the start of each month in our “Happenings” e-newsletter. They can also be found here.

How can I find out what is open for Member Early Hour?

You can see which galleries will be open during Member Early Hour here.

Can my guests accompany me to Member Previews and Last Looks?

Yes. A staff member will check their guest ticket, along with your membership card, at the entrance to the gallery.

Does my membership include reciprocal entry to other museums?

MoMA members have reciprocal entry to MoMA PS1 in Long Island City. MoMA membership currently does not include reciprocity with any other museums or cultural institutions.

The Museum of Modern Art, New York is not affiliated with SFMOMA in San Francisco. We are two independent institutions, and membership benefits are not reciprocated between the two museums.

Membership and MoMA Design Store

How do I apply my membership discount online at the MoMA Design Store?

Please provide your member number when prompted during the checkout process. For more information, visit the Design Store’s Help Center for troubleshooting tips.

How can I get an update on my MoMA Design Store order?

Please contact the Design Store’s customer service team for updates on your order.

Why didn’t I receive my discount, free shipping, or gift wrap with my MoMA Design Store order?

Members receive a discount and free standard shipping in the contiguous 48 states on orders over $50. If you did not receive these benefits on an eligible order, please visit the Design Store’s Help Center for more information.

My membership is currently active, but my account at MoMA Design Store says that it is expired or not recognized. How can I fix this?

Please contact us to confirm your active membership and correct this issue.

Giving a gift membership

How/where can I give a gift membership?

Gift memberships can be purchased online at membership.moma.org and on-site at the ticketing desk, Member Desk, or any MoMA Design Store location. Select the membership category you would like to give and click on the “Gift it” button. You may choose to send the gift to the recipient or to yourself. You will then be prompted to enter the recipient’s contact information or yours. You can then select “Buy gift” to complete your purchase.

Can I include a personalized note with the gift membership?

Yes. By selecting “Email the recipient,” you may add an optional gift note. This note will be included in the email notification sent to the gift recipient.

How is the gift recipient notified of their membership?

By selecting “Email the recipient,” the recipient of your gift will receive a code to activate their membership. If you would like them to be notified at a later date, you may schedule gift delivery when prompted during checkout. You can schedule a gift up to two months in advance. If you do not have the recipient’s information, you can send the gift membership to yourself and give the recipient their unique code found in the confirmation email you receive.

My recipient did not receive their welcome email when they were supposed to, can you resend it?

First, please have the recipient check their spam, junk, or promotions folder. If the recipient still has not received their welcome email, please contact us.

I want to give the gift recipient their membership card. Can you send the physical member card to me directly?

To receive a physical member card at the time of purchase, please purchase the gift membership at the Member Desk in the lobby.

If you cannot come in person, you may purchase a gift membership online. Gift memberships are given by email in the form of a code. Gift recipients will receive their digital membership card in their gift notification email, or you can send the gift membership to yourself and give the recipient their unique code found in the confirmation email you receive.

What if I do not know the recipient’s email address or mailing address?

Purchasers have the option to send the gift membership to themselves. To send the gift directly to the recipient, the recipient’s email address is needed.

Gift memberships purchased on-site do not require the recipient’s information at the time of purchase.

Can the recipient of my gift choose when their membership starts?

Yes. The gifted membership is activated by the recipient. Activation must occur within one year of the purchase date.

I want to give someone a gift. How can I be sure they aren’t already a MoMA member?

All gift memberships are given in the form of a code. This code can be applied to an existing membership and the membership will be extended.

Please note that existing or lapsed members should be logged in to their online account when activating a gift code for their membership to be extended.

Gift memberships must be activated within one year of payment. The full payment made for a gift membership is a donation to The Museum of Modern Art and cannot be redeemed or used for any purpose other than the gift recipient’s exercise of the membership privileges.

Redeeming your gift membership

Membership is the most rewarding way to experience all that the Museum has to offer. Throughout the year, you’ll delve into art and culture with great thinkers and be inspired, challenged, and delighted by close encounters with celebrated modern and contemporary works.

  • To activate your membership, visit moma.org/activate, use your unique redemption code, and input your info.
  • If you need support, please email [email protected] or visit the Member Desk in the lobby.

The code is valid for one year after purchase. Membership starts the day it is redeemed online.

Gift memberships must be activated within one year of payment. The full payment made for a gift membership is a donation to The Museum of Modern Art and cannot be redeemed or used for any purpose other than the gift recipient’s exercise of the membership privileges.

Membership referral program

How does the membership referral program work?

Our membership referral program allows you to share $20 off with friends and family for their first year of Access membership or above. Share your special link, and when they make a purchase, you’ll receive an email with your reward, a $20 MoMA Design Store gift card. This referral program is only available online and a full set of Referral Terms and Conditions apply.

Where can I access the referral program?

Refer your friends and family online at membership.moma.org. Log in to your membership account and select “Refer a friend” or visit our referral page. Once your friend completes their membership purchase using your special link, you’ll receive your referral reward via email.

As a member, what conditions must be met for me to earn a reward?

YYour friend must be a first-time MoMA member or someone who has not been a member in the past five years, and they must purchase a membership at the Access level or above. This promotion cannot be combined with other offers and does not apply to Annual Pass or discounted memberships. Other exclusions apply; for full Referral Terms and Conditions and eligibility requirements, click here.

Is there a limit to how many friends I can refer, or how many rewards I can earn?

No. You can send your special link to as many friends as you’d like. However, we will not allow self-referrals. Each successful referral will prompt a new gift card.

How do I know when I’ve successfully referred a friend?

Once your friend has completed their membership purchase using your special link, you’ll immediately receive your $20 MoMA Design Store gift card via email.

Do the MoMA Design Store gift cards expire? Is there a minimum purchase? Can multiple gift cards be combined?

MoMA Design Store gift cards do not expire, there is no minimum purchase, and they can be combined for purchases. They are redeemable on orders placed online, by phone, and in our US store locations. For more information, visit the Design Store help center.

I referred a friend to membership. Why didn’t I receive an email with a MoMA Design Store gift card?

If your friend purchased a membership using your unique link and you haven’t received your reward, please contact us.