Membership Calendar

Members enjoy discounts on tickets to New Museum screenings, performances, and panels.

If you have questions concerning these or other upcoming programs, please contact the Membership Department at 212.219.1222 x234 or membership@newmuseum.org.

Many events are announced by e-mail only. If you are not receiving invitations to events via e-mail, please contact membership@newmuseum.org with your e-mail address.

Event details are subject to change. Unless otherwise noted, all Member events take place at the New Museum, 235 Bowery at Prince Street.

All Members, with the exception of Individual Standard Members, may bring a guest to Members-only events. RSVPs are typically required.

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September 2008

Monday, September 8, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Members Sky Room Party and Tour of “After Nature”
Celebrate the beginning of the fall 2008 season by joining New Museum Members for Pernod Absinthe, views from the Sky Room, and a private tour of “After Nature.”
RSVP to newmuseum.org/sept82008 or 212.219.1222 x234. Present your invitation for admission.
Open to Standard Members and above.

Tuesday, September 16, 7–9 p.m.
Contemporary Council Event: Boat Tour of “The New York City Waterfalls”
Join Lisa Phillips, Toby Devan Lewis Director, and Richard Flood, Chief Curator, for a special evening reception and viewing of Olafur Eliasson’s project “The New York City Waterfalls” aboard a privately chartered boat.
Qualifying Members will receive an invitation by mail.
Open to Contemporary Council Members and above.

Sunday, September 21, 2008, 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Producers Council Day: Visit to the Home of Susan and Leonard Feinstein
Join Laura Hoptman, Kraus Family Senior Curator, for a special visit to the New Museum Trustee Susan Feinstein and her husband Leonard’s spectacular private collection at their home on Long Island.
Qualifying Members will receive an invitation by mail.
Open to Producers Council Members and above.

Tuesday, September 23, 2008, 7–8:30 p.m.
InsideArt: Visit to the Studio of Dana Schutz
Join artist Dana Schutz for this very exclusive opportunity to visit her studio and view her current projects. Schutz’s Man Eating His Own Chest is featured in the New Museum exhibition “After Nature” through September 21. The discussion will be led by Jarrett Gregory, Curatorial Assistant.
Space is limited. RSVP at membership@newmuseum.org or 212.219.1222 x234. Directions provided upon reply.
Open to Deluxe Members and Above.

October 2008

Tuesday, October 7, 8–10 p.m.
“Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton” Opening Reception
Join the artist, lenders, and other Members for the opening reception of this exhibition. Qualifying Members will receive an invitation by mail. Present your invitation for admission.
Open to Deluxe Members and above.

Saturday, October 11, 8–10 p.m.
“Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton” Members Party
All Members are invited to a Saturday night party and private viewing of “Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton.”
RSVP to newmuseum.org/oct112008 or 212.219.1222 x234. Present your invitation for admission.
Open to Standard Members and above.

Monday, October 20, 8–10 p.m.
“Mary Heilmann: To Be Someone” Opening Reception
Join the artist, lenders, and other Members for the opening reception of this exhibition. Qualifying Members will receive an invitation by mail. Present your invitation for admission.
Open to Deluxe Members and above.

Thursday, October 30–Sunday, November 2
Art Study Tour to New Orleans
Join Laura Hoptman, Kraus Family Senior Curator, for this special trip to New Orleans for the opening of Prospect.1, an international biennial of contemporary art. Qualifying Members will receive information and application materials by mail.
Open to Producers Council Members and above.

November 2008

Tuesday, November 11, 7–10 p.m.
Premium Event: Curator-Led Tour of “Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton” and Reception
Join Laura Hoptman, Kraus Family Senior Curator, for a private tour of this exhibition followed by a reception.
Space is limited. RSVP is required at membership@newmuseum.org or 212.219.1222 x234.
Open to Premium Members and above.

Thursday, November 20, 7–9 p.m.
Contemporary Council Event: Studio Visit with Mary Heilmann
Join Richard Flood, Chief Curator, for a special reception and tour of Mary Heilmann’s New York studio. Members will have the opportunity to view new work and learn more about the exhibition “Mary Heilmann: To Be Someone” at the New Museum through January 26, 2009. Qualifying Members will receive an invitation by mail.
Open to Contemporary Council Members and above.

Saturday, November 29– Sunday, December 7
Holiday Shopping Event
Receive 20% of your holiday purchases at the New Museum Store. Certain restrictions apply. Present your Membership card to receive the discount.
Open to Standard Members and above.

December 2008

Tuesday, December 2, 7–9 p.m.  
Tour of “Museum as Hub: Six Degrees (6°)” with Curator and Artists Followed by a Beer and Cheese Reception
Celebrate all things Bowery! Join artists Dave McKenzie and Lisa Sigal and Eungie Joo, Keith Haring Director and Curator of Education and Public Programs, for a private tour of “Museum as Hub: Six Degrees,” an exhibition in which artists occupy and engage the neighborhood by employing nearby buildings as canvas, local artists as collaborators, and museum territory as meeting place, recital hall, and laboratory. Finish the evening with a private beer and cheese tasting at the Culinary Center in Whole Foods Market at East Houston and Bowery.
Space is limited. RSVP to membership@newmuseum.org or 212.219.1222 x234.
Open to Standard Members and above.

Tuesday, December 2, 4–10 p.m.
New Art Dealers Alliance Art Fair Opening Night Benefit Preview
Miami
Join emerging galleries and artists from all over the world at the New Art Dealers Alliance (NADA) Art Fair Preview in Miami, benefiting the New Museum. Contact Annie Wachnicki at awachnicki@newmuseum.org or 212.219.1222 x220 for information on purchasing tickets.

Tuesday, December 9, 7–8:30 p.m.
Premium Event: Curator-Led Tour of “Mary Heilmann: To Be Someone” and Wine Reception
Join Richard Flood, Chief Curator, for a private tour of this exhibition and wine reception when the Museum is closed to the general public. Space is limited. RSVP to membership@newmuseum.org or 212.219.1222 x234.
Open to Premium Members and above.

Tuesday, December 16, 7–8 p.m.
InsideArt: Tour of “Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton”
Join Amy Mackie, Curatorial Assistant, for a private tour of “Live Forever: Elizabeth Peyton” when the Museum is closed to the general public.
Space is limited. RSVP to membership@newmuseum.org or 212.219.1222 x234.
Open to Deluxe Members and above.