Join the "Quilt Nation" that stretches from Paducah, Kentucky to all corners of the globe by becoming a "Friend of the Museum." The National Quilt Museum, through sponsorship of world class quilt exhibits, educational programs and quilting advocacy efforts, promotes and advances the art of quilting. Whether you are a quilter or simply a lover of great art, by becoming a "Friend of the Museum," your generous tax-deductible contribution preserves and advances our unique and exceptional art form.
The National Quilt Museum programming is made possible by generous annual donations from individuals and corporations throughout the world. Those donating $30 or more join the very special Friends of the Museum group and enjoy several benefits.
The National Quilt Museum is a 501c3 non-profit institution and donations are tax deductible..
All Friends receive:
Free admission to the Museum for one year
20% discount in Museum Gift Shop & Online Store
Exclusive Offers
Collectible Annual Friend's Pin
Members Only Quarterly Newsletter
Invitations to Special Events
Updates on Upcoming Exhibits
Discounts on Workshops
What they are saying about the Museum:
...The quilts exhibited in the museum are representative of the Nation and its culture thanks to the wide diversity of themes and topics, quilts, and quiltmakers...The museum has national significance..."
- From The One Hundred Tenth Congress of the United States of America, 2nd Session, 2008
"...The museum is a massive tourist attraction."
- Forbes
"It's not that different than going to the art museum in Chicago...It's all so unexpected."
- St. Louis Post Dispatch
"The museum's programs are instrumental to the growth and stainability of quilting."
- Ann Hazelwood, Author
"The Museum is where the 'best of the best' is preserved and displayed and can be seen all year long."
- Caryl Bryer Fallert
Friends Benefits
You Do Not need a
PayPal Account to contribute
As a Friend of the Museum, enjoy a chance to see quilts all year long for FREE!
Individual Level $30 (Outside USA $40)
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Additional Benefits:
One card designating Friend-level donation
Friends only receptions are a great way to enjoy local Paducah foods!
Dual/Family $60
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Additional Benefits:
2 Free Admissions for One Year
Plus 2 Additional Guest Passes
Donate at the Benefactor level or above and have your name placed on the Friends Wall!
BENEFACTOR $100
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Additional Benefits:
2 Free Admissions for One Year
Plus 5 Additional Guest Passes
Name in Newsletter & on Donor Board
Lectures and other special events are held throughout the year!
DONOR $250
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Additional Benefits:
2 Free Admissions for One Year
Plus 8 Additional Guest Passes
Name on Donor Board & in Newsletter
Be the first to see the museum's newest quilts during a special revealing at the annual Friends Reception!
PATRON $500
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Additional Benefits:
2 Free Admissions for One Year
Plus 10 Additional Guest Passes
Name on Donor Board & in Newsletter
Special Logo Tee Shirt
Book signings are a great way to meet your favorite quilters!
PRESIDENT'S CLUB $1,000 or more
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Additional Benefits:
2 Free Admissions for One Year
Plus 10 Additional Guest passes
Name on Donor Board & in Newsletter
New Quilts from an Old Favorite Exhibition Book
"Quilt Art Engagement Calendar"
Special Logo Tee Shirt
Guild Friends
As a Guild you play a critical role in the advancement of quilting. Make your impact reach coast-to-coast by becoming a Guild level "Friend" of The National Quilt Museum.
All Guild Friends receive:
Exclusive Offers
Friends Quarterly Newsletter
Invitations to Special Events
Updates on Upcoming Exhibits
Guild Meeting Info on Museum Website
Listed on Donor Board & on Website
Gift listed in Newsletter
Additional Benefits:
$100 Bronze Level Benefits
8 Guest Passes
One free classroom rental for Guild meeting*
$100 Level
$250 Silver Level Benefits:
5 Guest Passes
"Collection of The National Quilt Museum" book
One free classroom rental for Guild meeting*
$500 Gold Level Benefits:
20 Guest Passes
2 "Collection of The National Quilt Museum" book
One free group tour for 15-30 with the curator*
One free classroom rental for Guild meeting*
$1,000 Platinum Level Benefits:
25 Guest Passes
5 "Collection of The National Quilt Museum" book
5 "Quilt Art Engagement Calendar"
One free group tour for 15-30 with the curator*
One free classroom rental for Guild meeting*
*Must schedule tours and rentals in advance, unavailable during AQS Show week.
Give Someone a Gift of Being a National Quilt Museum Friend
You can give an annual donation as a gift for a birthday, holiday or any special occasion. Just check the gift contribution box. The Friends benefits from your contribution will be sent to them instead of you. They will receive a Friend's card for free admission, a National Quilt Museum pin, Museum Shop discount, our mailings and more for a whole year! Just fill in their name and address. You will receive an acknowledgement of your donation and tax receipt.
Honor Someone through a National Quilt Museum Friend Donation
Honor a family member, friend or special instructor with a donation to the Friends Program made in that person's name. Gifts of $100 or more will be recognized on the Donor Wall as a donation "in honor of" the person of your choice. Any friends donation given in honor of someone is recognized through a letter sent to that person. You have a choice of becoming a Friend and receiving the benefits or giving the Friends and benefits to the honoree. You will receive an acknowledgement of your donation and tax receipt. Just check the appropriate box on your Friends of the Museum Donation Form.
Honorarium - Be sure to include Honoree's name on Paypal Form
Remember Someone through a National Quilt Museum Friend Donation
You can give an annual donation in memory of a friend or family member important in your life. Just check the appropriate box on your Friends of the Museum Donation Form. You will become a Friend of the Museum with the benefits. Gifts of $100 or more will be recognized on the Donor Wall as a donation "in memory of" the person of your choice. If you provide the name and address of their family we will notify them of your gift made in memory of the designated person.
