The Dorsky Circle
By joining The Dorsky Circle, you play a crucial role in sustaining the Dorsky Museum and furthering its mission. You also become part of a creative group of like-minded art enthusiasts and community leaders who share a will to support and build The Dorsky. We’re excited to spend time with you and enjoy the cultural landscape together with member events throughout the year. Circle Member events include:
- Exhibition Previews: Private previews of new exhibitions before they open to the public.
- Artist Studio Visit: Intimate gatherings with featured artists where Circle Members can ask questions and learn about the creative process.
- Curator Deep Dives: Guided tours of current exhibitions led by curators, offering in-depth insights and opportunities for conversation.
- Cocktail Receptions: Informal gatherings with drinks and appetizers, allowing Circle Members to mingle with museum staff and other patrons.
- Cultural Fieldtrips: Trips to other museums and art spaces in the region or NYC for special exhibitions and behind-the-scenes tours.
We invite you to join at one of our distinguished Circle levels:
Visionary $10,000+
- Invitation to private viewing of recent acquisitions
- Invitation for four to Cocktail Hour and Private Exhibition Previews prior to seasonal opening parties
- Complimentary exhibition catalog
- Exclusive invitations to twice-yearly Circle Member events
- Grateful recognition for your support on an exhibition's entry wall and The Dorsky website
- All but $100 is tax-deductible
Innovator $5,000–$9,999
- Invitation for four to a Cocktail Hour and Private Exhibition Previews prior to seasonal opening parties
- Complimentary exhibition catalog
- Exclusive invitations to twice-yearly Circle Member events
- Grateful recognition for your support on The Dorsky website
- All but $100 is tax-deductible
Benefactor $2,500–$4,999
- Invitation for two to a Cocktail Hour and Private Exhibition Previews prior to seasonal opening parties
- Complimentary exhibition catalog
- Exclusive invitations to twice-yearly Circle Member events
- Grateful recognition for your support on The Dorsky website
- All but $100 is tax-deductible
Champion $1,000–$2,499
- Invitation for two to a Cocktail Hour and Private Exhibition Previews prior to seasonal opening parties
Complimentary exhibition catalog
- Exclusive invitations to twice-yearly Circle Member events
- Grateful recognition for your support on The Dorsky website
- All but $100 is tax-deductible
Join us today and make a lasting impact.
Join Online Now!
Or make your check payable to the SUNY New Paltz Foundation with Dorsky Circle in the memo, and mail to:
Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art
SUNY New Paltz
1 Hawk Drive
New Paltz, NY 12561-2443
Please contact Neil C. Trager Director Anna Conlan to discuss membership options and consider pledging a 3-year membership to further help the Museum thrive.
conlana@newpaltz.edu | (845) 257-3847
Not ready for The Dorsky Circle?
By joining the Friends of The Dorsky, you help sustain our mission and enjoy exclusive benefits as a valued supporter. All donors up to $1,000 are recognized as Friends of The Dorsky in appreciation of their ongoing support of the Museum.
Gifts under $500
- Invitations to seasonal openings and programs at The Dorsky.
Gifts of $500–$999
- Invitation for two to Cocktail Hour and Private Exhibition Previews prior seasonal opening parties
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