MOWA patrons

Patron Match

In honor of the tenth anniversary of the Mothership, an anonymous donor has offered to match up to $100,000 for each gift renewed or upgraded to $1,000 or more by June 30, 2023.

Your participation in the Patron Match challenge will go twice as far in support of the museum’s extraordinary exhibitions, collections, programs, and activities. MOWA’s vibrant, philanthropic patron groups begin at $1,000.

A gift of $1,000 will be doubled to $2,000
A gift of $2,500 will become $5,000
A gift of $5,000 will be doubled to $10,000

Benefactor

Benefactor members enjoy complimentary access for SIX adults and any children, plus special invitations and exclusive discounts at Saint Kate—The Arts Hotel located in downtown Milwaukee. Benefactor members provide vital, sustaining support for exhibitions and education programs.

Membership begins with at a $1,000 commitment.

 

Invitations for two to the annual donor appreciation event

Insider access to exhibition previews and special events

Opportunities to meet and engage with the executive director

Artist studio and private collection tours

15% discount at the MOWA Shop, increased to 30% on Member Shopping Days

One complimentary Crew level membership ($50) to share with a friend

Complimentary issues of Wisconsin People & Ideas, Wisconsin Academy’s quarterly magazine of contemporary thought and culture

 

Saint Kate—The Arts Hotel package, including 20% discount on overnight accommodations and a complimentary Champagne Art Tour for two*

*Availability and restrictions may apply.

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$900

tax deductible

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Contemporary Council 

The Contemporary Council is a leadership group whose members engage actively with the art and artists of our time through exclusive studio visits and art-related social activities. Members enjoy advisory roles in the MOWA Contemporary Art Auction, as well as special preview and bidding opportunities.

Participation begins with an annual gift of $2,500.

Enjoy the benefits of the Benefactor-level including member benefits for SIX plus any number of children

Behind-the-scenes engagement with contemporary artists

Optional leadership role for the MOWA Contemporary Art Auction as well as special preview and bidding opportunities

Exclusive educational and social activities focused on the art of our time

Art fair and gallery trips with curators and the executive director

*Availability and restrictions may apply.

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$2,350

tax deductible

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The Uttech Society

The Uttech Society is named for elder statesman Tom Uttech, one of Wisconsin’s most important artists. Society members join an active group of art enthusiasts, collectors, and philanthropists who are committed to building a vibrant museum. Members receive invitations to the society’s celebrated annual dinner and the opportunity to host private tours and events in the museum. 

Society members support the museum at the highest level. Participation begins with an annual gift of $5,000.

All the benefits of the Benefactor and Contemporary Council, plus the following…

Invitations for two to the annual Uttech Society Dinner

Curator consultation on collecting

Two complimentary MOWA Plus level memberships ($100) to share

Opportunities to host private tours and events in the museum*

*Availability and restrictions may apply.

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Get in Touch

For more information on becoming a MOWA patron, contact Laurie Winters, Executive Director.

Call 262.247.2261 or click the button to email.