Membership & Giving Levels

FAM Founder | $5,000+ annually
As a FAM Founder, you lead the way in preserving and sharing Fredericksburg’s history through transformative support of education and community engagement. This top level of giving includes all FAM Champion benefits, along with exclusive opportunities designed to deepen your connection to the museum’s work. Founders enjoy a private preview and collector experience—an intimate, early look at new exhibitions featuring a personally curated tour and light refreshments in recognition of your vital support. You’ll also receive two complimentary tickets to a Founder-exclusive event created especially for this leadership circle.

FAM Champion | $1,000–$4,999 annually
FAM Champions provide critical support for exhibitions, programs, and community initiatives that expand the museum’s reach and impact. In addition to all FAM Circle benefits, Champions are invited to enjoy a private tour of the museum galleries or a select walking tour for up to 15 guests. Your generosity is recognized on the museum’s donor wall and website, and you’ll receive a complimentary FAM Friends-level membership to share. Champions also receive two complimentary tickets to signature experiences like select What Remains programming, History Uncorked: A Night at the Museum—featuring wine tasting, live music, and special gallery access—and After Hours at the Museum, an evening of behind-the-scenes insights and light refreshments.

FAM Circle | $250–$999 annually
FAM Circle members help sustain the exhibitions, educational programs, and collections that bring Fredericksburg’s history to life. Along with all FAM Friends benefits, Circle members enjoy invitations to Curator Breakfasts and early access to exhibition previews and closings. Members also receive discounted tickets to select What Remains programming or History Uncorked: A Night at the Museum, offering unique opportunities to engage more deeply with the museum.

FAM Friends | $50–$249 annually
FAM Friends support the day-to-day work that keeps the Fredericksburg Area Museum accessible, welcoming, and engaging for all. Members are recognized in the Annual Report, receive a monthly newsletter, and are invited to exhibition openings and special events. Additional benefits include reduced admission to select programs and discounted tickets to Downtown Sounds concerts.