Curators’ Circle
A Closer Relationship
We invite you to be part of Curators’ Circle and enjoy a relationship that will bring new depth to your interest in art. Join other art enthusiasts, collectors and friends of the Gallery at exclusive exhibition previews, tours of the collections, and enlightening talks with artists and curators.
As a member of Curators’ Circle, you will be part of the legacy of patronage that has characterized the Gallery’s growth and artistic life. Your support makes a difference.
Image: Deskau (German, 20th Century), Autumn Time – A Scene about Rain, 1936, gelatin silver print. AGO, anonymous gift, 2002
We invite you to consider one of the five levels of giving within the Curators’ Circle program. The benefits and privileges are described below, with members at higher giving levels receiving additional exclusive benefits and enhanced engagement.
Curators’ Circle Levels & Privileges
Patrons’ Circle Privileges
$2,000 to $3,999
Join / Renew
- Two membership cards granting unlimited admission to the Gallery’s collection and ticketed exhibitions for cardholders and their guests
- Invitations to exclusive Curators’ Circle events such as exhibition previews, tours and talks by curators, art historians, pre-eminent collectors and artists
- Exclusive use of the Ridley Members’ Lounge
- Complimentary coat check and audio guides for members (when available) and their guests
- Reciprocal admission to selected North American art museums
- Discounts on AGO education programs and Cinematheque Ontario screenings
- 10% discount in the AGO Shop with additional seasonal offers
- 10% discount in the AGO restaurant and café
- Entertaining privileges in the Ridley Members’ Lounge
- Subscription to Art Matters, the AGO’s members’ magazine
- Exclusive use of Art Rental + Sales Gallery
- Acknowledgement in the Annual Report and on the Annual Donor Wall
- Voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting
- Income tax receipt for maximum allowable portion
Director’ Circle Privileges
$4,000 to $7,499
Join / Renew
Members of the Director’s Circle receive all above privileges, plus:
- Invitation to a behind-the-scenes event at the AGO
- A private consultation with an AGO curator on building your art collection (upon request)
President’ Circle Privileges
$7,500 to $14,999
Join / Renew
Members of the President’s Circle receive all above privileges, plus:
- Invitation to an event highlighting recent AGO art acquisitions
Chairman’ Circle Privileges
$15,000 to $24,999
Join / Renew
Members of the Chairman’s Circle receive all above privileges, plus:
- Invitation to a two-day trip with AGO curators, offering exclusive access to major art museums outside of Toronto (members are responsible for their own travel, accommodation and related expenses)
Benefactors’ Circle Privileges
$25,000 +
Join / Renew
Members of the Benefactors’ Circle receive all above privileges, plus:
- The opportunity to be publicly recognized as a supporter of an AGO exhibition or program. In addition, the AGO will host a small private reception for you and your guests, followed by a tour of the selected exhibition or program.
- A personal and private tour of the AGO (upon request)
| By Telephone | 416 979 6619 |
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| By Email | Curators_Circle@ago.net |
| By Fax | 416 979 6646 |