Membership
Our members are at the core of everything we do at The Bass. Join, renew or give the gift of membership to provide critical support and share in the museum’s mission to create connections between international contemporary art and the museum’s diverse audiences. In return, as part of our Bass family, you’ll receive priority notice and access to all of our spectacular exhibitions, events and innovative education programs. Take a look at the levels and benefits below to find the right fit for you.
For more information, please contact:
Manuela Aseff
Development Assistant
[email protected]
305.673.7530
Advocate Memberships
At the Advocate level, members are part of a dynamic community that celebrates art, curiosity, and a lasting connection to The Bass.
Advocate Member Core Benefits:
- Free admission to the museum year-round
- Priority notice of exhibitions, programs, events, and special offers
- Access to members-only exhibition previews, including The Bass’s Members-only Art Week Opening Night
- Volunteer opportunities for select events and programs at The Bass
- 10% discount on select items at The Shop
→ Artist Pass At the heart of The Bass is a commitment to artists. The Artist Pass offers complimentary lifetime membership, honoring your vision, your voice, and your place in our creative ecosystem. Click the arrow to open for more details.
Includes ONE (1) Cardholder
All Advocate member core benefits, plus:
- Teaching artist opportunities in the Creativity Center
Click here to submit an application for The Bass Artist Pass!
→ Student | Teacher Students, teachers, and individuals protected under ADA enjoy 50% off Individual level membership. Enjoy full access to core benefits – plus opportunities to teach, learn, and volunteer. | 100% tax-deductible with valid ID or CV | Click the arrow to open for more details.
Includes ONE (1) Cardholder
All Advocate member core benefits, plus:
- Access to professional development workshops for educators
TO JOIN: Contact Manuela Aseff at [email protected] or purchase directly at the front desk. Application must include an artist CV, valid college ID, or valid teacher ID.
→ Individual Step into the art scene with an Individual membership and enjoy year-round invitations to exclusive exhibition openings and experiences at The Bass. | 100% tax-deductible | Click the arrow to open for more details.
Includes ONE (1) Cardholder
All Advocate member core benefits
→ Dual / Family Share your love for art with those who matter most. Perfect for couples and families, this membership includes access for two adults and all children under 18. | 100% tax-deductible
Includes TWO (2) Adult Cardholders + ALL Household Children under 18
All Individual level benefits, plus:
- Early registration and discounted member rates for Creativity Center programs, including Art Camps
- Free admission to 500+ museums in the Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) and the Southeastern Reciprocal Membership (SERM) programs
→ Affiliate Deepen your connection to the arts with an Affiliate membership, offering exclusive access to over 1,500 museums across the U.S. and beyond. | $240 is tax-deductible
Includes TWO (2) Cardholders
All Dual/Family level benefits, plus:
- Complimentary access for two (2) to Night at The Museum, The Bass’s signature art-themed extravaganza
- Complimentary access for two (2) to Breakfast at The Bass series, an intimate morning series with curators and exhibiting artists
- Complimentary One-Day pass for one (1) to Art Basel Miami Beach during Miami Art Week*
- Complimentary passes to South Florida art fairs throughout the year*
- Free admission to 1,500+ museums through the following reciprocal programs:
- Two (2) one-time-use guest passes
*Art fair passes are limited, available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
→ Insider Become a true Miami Beach art insider with access to select art fairs and exclusive events during Miami Art Week. | $480 is tax-deductible
TWO (2) Adult Cardholders
All Affiliate level benefits, plus:
- Access to The Bass Art Pass: a curated ARTinerary of daily activities, select art fair access, programming, and exclusive invitations during Miami Art Week*
- Four (4) one-time-use guest passes
*Art fair access is limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
→ Benefactor Experience the art world at a deeper level with VIP access to select art fairs and exclusive events during Miami Art Week, plus invitations to off-site tours throughout the year. | $970 is tax-deductible
TWO (2) Adult Cardholders.
All Insider level benefits, plus:
- Access to The Bass Art Pass PLUS: a curated ARTinerary of daily activities, VIP art fair access, exclusive programming, and special invitations during Miami Art Week*
- Invitations to private off-site gallery tours and artist studio visits
- Private visit to the museum with up to (4) guests and optional docent-led tour (advance booking required)**
- Recognition in The Bass seasonal catalog
- Six (6) one-time-use guest passes
* VIP art fair access is limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis
**Tours are only available Wednesday – Sunday, 11 AM – 12 PM. Blackout dates apply.
→ Women's Circle Be part of a vibrant community advancing women in the arts. Women’s Circle members empower female artists, curators, and creatives through bold dialogues, curated programs, and meaningful connection. | Make your contribution in monthly payments of $84 | $970 is tax-deductible
Includes ONE (1) Adult Cardholder + ONE (1) Guest
All Benefactor level benefits, plus:
- Exclusive access to the Women’s Circle calendar of curated experiences
Learn more about The Bass Women’s Circle.
→ Future Bass A vibrant group of young collectors and art enthusiasts ages 21-40 who come together to explore contemporary art and culture through exclusive events, behind-the-scenes access, and creative community building at The Bass and beyond. | $1,000 is tax-deductible
Includes TWO (2) Adult Cardholders
All Benefactor level benefits, plus:
- Exclusive access to the Future Bass calendar of curated experiences
Learn more about the Future Bass.
Premier Memberships
Premier members are part of a dedicated circle of collectors and patrons who enjoy a deeper, more personal connection to The Bass and the global contemporary art scene.
Premier Member Core Benefits:
- All Benefactor level benefits
- Personalized commemorative brick on The Bass Walkway
- Recognition in The Bass seasonal catalog
Soledad Picón
Director of Development
[email protected]
(786) 546-7084
→ Visionary Visionary members play a vital role in advancing The Bass’s mission. In appreciation, members enjoy exclusive access to contemporary art and personalized experiences that reflect their lasting impact on the museum and its community. | $2,436 is tax-deductible
Includes TWO (2) Adult Cardholders.
All Benefactor level benefits, plus:
- A robust calendar of curated events, including private collection visits, after-hours gallery tours, and artist studio visits
- VIP access to select national and international art fairs throughout the year
- Access to national art trips led by Executive Director Silvia Karman Cubiñá
- Private museum visit for up to six (6) guests with optional docent-led tour (advance booking required) *
- Eight (8) one-time-use guest passes
*Tours are only available Wednesday – Sunday, 11 AM – 12 PM. Blackout dates apply.
→ The Collective Join a vibrant community of collectors and philanthropists who share a deep commitment to contemporary art. Connect with like-minded individuals from Miami and beyond while supporting The Bass’s mission at a leadership level. | $4,250 is tax-deductible
Includes TWO (2) Adult Cardholders.
All Visionary level benefits, plus:
- Access to The Collective’s exclusive members-only events, including the highly anticipated Sunset Cocktails & Conversations series hosted in prestigious private collectors’ homes
- Exclusive opportunities to join Executive Director Silvia Karman Cubiñá on national and international art trips to attend select Art Fairs, Auction Houses, private collections and artist studios
- Access for four (4) to Night at The Museum, The Bass’s signature art-themed extravaganza
- Presale ticket access to The Bass Ball, the museum’s annual black-tie celebration
- Private museum visit for up to six (6) guests with an optional Behind-the-Scenes Tour, granting access to areas not open to the public (advance booking required) *
- Recognition on the museum’s annual donor wall and website
*Tours are only available Wednesday – Sunday, 11 AM – 12 PM. Blackout dates apply.
→ The amBASSadors Step into The Bass’s most influential network of collectors and philanthropists, with unparalleled access to VVIP events, bespoke gatherings, and insider experiences throughout the year. | $9,250 is tax-deductible
Includes TWO (2) Adult Cardholders.
All Collective level benefits, plus:
- Invitations to The amBASSadors’ exclusive members-only events, including priority access to the highly anticipated Sunset Cocktails & Conversations series hosted in prestigious private collectors’ homes
- Priority access to join Executive Director, Silvia Karman Cubiñá on national and international art trips, including visits to art fairs, auction houses, private collections, and artist studios
- Private museum visit for up to eight (8) guests with optional Behind-the-Scenes Tour, offering access to areas not open to the public (advance booking required) *
- Unlimited one-time-use guest passes
- Private curator consultation (upon request, advance booking required)
*Tours are only available Wednesday – Sunday, 11 AM – 12 PM. Blackout dates apply.
FREE MUSEUM MEMBERSHIPS
Miami Beach residents and Miami Dade kids and teens receive FREE museum memberships. Apply below!
→ MIAMI BEACH RESIDENTS Our gratitude to the City of Miami Beach for their continuous support over the years is immense. We would like to thank our neighbors with a gift to Miami Beach residents– a complimentary museum membership!
Includes ONE (1) Adult cardholder
- Free admission to the museum year-round
- Discount on select items at The Shop
- Exclusive invitations to members-only previews, including The Bass’ Art Week Opening night
→ BASS NEXTGEN MEMBERSHIP Presented by BNP Paribas. Free year-round museum membership for kids and teens ages 0-17 residing in Miami-Dade. Designed to foster a lifelong love of art, this membership includes discounts on The Bass Creativity Center studio classes and art camps.
Includes ONE (1) Youth + ONE (1) Guest
- Free museum admission year-round, including one (1) guest
- Discounts on art camps and studio classes
- Valid until child’s 18th birthday