Membership FAQ

To enjoy your visit safely, please review our visitor policies.

Does the Whitney offer discounted general admission tickets for guests of members?
Yes! On an ongoing basis, members enjoy 50% off general admission tickets for accompanied guests (limits apply).

Do members need to reserve free tickets in advance to visit?
Members enjoy free admission with their Whitney membership card(s), and may use either their digital or physical membership card(s) for entry. Digital membership cards may be accessed at whitney.org/login using the email address associated with the membership account. Membership cards can also be used for access to dedicated viewings, exhibition previews, and shopping and dining discounts.

I’m planning to visit with a guest. Do I need to reserve a guest ticket in advance?
Members are welcome to reserve discounted guest tickets in advance of their visit at whitney.org/login. They may alternatively visit the membership desk upon arrival for guest ticketing assistance.

Will I need to wait in line?
Members receive expedited entry to the Museum using the dedicated members line. All visitors must pass through bag inspection, and should expect a brief wait at this point in the arrivals process. There are also dedicated member lines at the desk in the Museum lobby, and in coat check. Entry lines may be longer during members-only events such as Member Nights or Weekend Member Mornings.

Are you planning any special visiting opportunities for members?
Members enjoy special viewing opportunities during celebratory Member Nights, Weekend Member Mornings, and Member Previews for new exhibitions. For details, visit the online events calendar.

I just joined or renewed my membership. When will my membership card arrive?
Your membership materials will be mailed approximately three weeks after your membership contribution has been processed. If you’re planning to visit before then, log in using the email address associated with your membership to access your digital membership card.

How many people can visit using my membership?
Individual as well as Student, Artist, Senior, and National/International memberships provide admission for the one member. 
Dual level membership provides admission for the two members. 
Friend and Patron level memberships provide admission for the two members and two accompanied guests. 
Circle membership provides admission for the two members and up to four accompanied guests. 
Fellow and Sponsor memberships provide admission for the two members and up to six accompanied guests. 
Contemporaries membership provides admission for the two members and two accompanied guests. 
Contemporaries Patron membership provides admission for the two members and up to four accompanied guests.