API Membership Levels and Benefits API Members, at every level, are at the core of our effort
to preserve and promote the traditional fine arts. Members enjoy many benefits
including free admission to API Exhibits, discounts on merchandise and special
pricing on instructional videos, workshops and lectures. Our members are true
champions of the arts. Being a member brings you closer to the art and community
you love. JOIN TODAY!
API MemberOur three convenient basic-level memberships offer access and affordability.
A great choice to provide support for our mission.
Member Friend ($75-374)
Basic Member Benefits
One Tote Bag with API Logo
One Discounted (15%) Annual Calendar
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Newsletter
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
$22 of your contribution is not deductible
Member Supporter ($375-749)
Basic Member Benefits
One Tote Bag with API Logo
One Discounted (15%) Annual Calendar
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Four Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Newsletter
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Supporter Plus Benefits
Two Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Annual Subscription to The Haywain Magazine
Two Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
$53 of your contribution is not tax deductible
Member Associate ($750- 1,749)
Basic Associate Benefits
One Tote Bag with API Logo
One Discounted (15%) Annual Calendar
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Four Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Newsletter
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Associate Plus Benefits
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Annual Subscription to The Haywain Magazine
Three Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
One Jumbo Tote Bag with API logo
$247 of your contribution is not tax deductible
API PatronEnjoy insider access and invitations to exclusive
events that celebrate our mission and the future of our organization. Attend
private dinners with our executives and directors; get acquainted with
collectable wines and art. Works well
for two or a small family.
Patron Guardian ($1,750-2,999)
Basic Guardian Benefits
Two Tote Bags with API Logo
One Free Annual Calendar
Four Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Six Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Guardian Plus Benefits
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Annual Subscription to The Haywain Magazine
Four Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Jumbo Tote Bags with API logo
Guardian Premium Benefits
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Free Annual Subscriptions to The Haywain Magazine
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
$557 of your contribution is not tax deductible
Patron Conservator ($3,000-4,999)
Conservator Basic Benefits
Two Tote Bags with API Logo
One Free Annual Calendar
Four Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Six Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Conservator Plus Benefits
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Annual Subscription to The Haywain Magazine
Six Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Jumbo Tote Bag with API logo
Conservator Premium Benefits
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Free Annual Subscriptions to The Haywain Magazine
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
One Premium Wine Mini-Ensemble from the Director’s Wine Collection
$720 of your contribution is not tax deductible
Patron Fellow ($5,000-9,999)
Basic Fellow's Benefits
Two Tote Bags with API Logo
One Free Annual Calendar
Four Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Six Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Fellow's Plus Benefits
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Annual Subscription to The Haywain Magazine
Six Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Jumbo Tote Bags with API logo
Fellow's Premium Benefits
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Free Annual Subscriptions to The Haywain Magazine
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 3
One Master’s Wine Mini-Ensemble from the Director’s Special Reserve
$1,002 of your contribution is not tax deductible
API SponsorOur convenient basic-level membership offers both access and affordability.
Attend intimate evenings with our exectives and directors; discover collectable
wines and collectable art. Great for corporate advertising and branding your
public relations efforts.
Sponsor's Circle ($10,000-19,999)
Sponsor Circle Basic Benefits
Two Tote Bags with API Logo
Two Free Annual Calendars
Four Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Six Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Sponsor Circle Plus Benefits
Six Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Free Annual Subscriptions to The Haywain Magazine
Eight Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Jumbo Tote Bags with API logo
Sponsor Circle Premium Benefits
Six Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 3
One Wine Ensemble from the Director’s Wine Collection
One Original Artwork from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
Attend Two Intimate Dinner Programs with API Executives, Collectors
$1,320 of your contribution is not tax deductible
Sponsor Executive's Circle ($20,000-29,999)
Executive Circle Basic Benefits
Two Tote Bags with API Logo
Two Free Annual Calendars
Four Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Eight Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Executive Circle Plus Benefits
Six Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Free Annual Subscriptions to The Haywain Magazine
Ten Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Jumbo Tote Bags with API logo
Executive Circle Premium Benefits
Eight Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 3
Premium Wine Ensemble from the Director’s Wine Collection
One Original Artwork from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
Attend Two Intimate Dinner Programs with API Executives, Collectors
$2,122 of your contribution is not tax deductible
Sponsor Director's Circle ($30,000-99,999)
Director's Circle Basic Benefits
Two Tote Bags with API Logo
Two Free Annual Calendars
Six Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Ten Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Discounted (15%) Ads in Haywain Magazine
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Director's Circle Plus Benefits
Eight Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Free Annual Subscriptions to The Haywain Magazine
Twelve Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Jumbo Tote Bags with API logo
Director's Circle Premium Benefits
Ten Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
Free Fine Art Print from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 3
One Master’s Wine Ensemble from the Special Reserve
One Original Artwork from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 3
Attend Three Intimate Dinner Programs with API Executives, Collectors
$2,728 of your contribution is not tax deductible
API ArtistOur convenient basic-level membership offers both access and affordability.
Participate in our contests, display your art in our Collector's Circle and
attend private meetings with collectors and sponsors.
Associate Artist ($55)
Artist Associate Basic Benefits
One Discounted (15%) Annual Calendar
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Newsletter containing updates on Exhibits, Competitions and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Submitted artwork automatically entered in Grand Salon Competition
Juried Artist (By Invitation)
Juried Artist Basic Benefits
One Discounted (15%) Annual Calendar
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Four Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Newsletter containing updates on Exhibits, Competitions and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Juried Artist Plus Benefits
High level access with our Curators, Collectors and Sponsors
Two Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Artwork Featured in Special Section of Haywain Magazine
Artwork displayed at Annual Meeting, Dinner and Auction
Artwork included in API Curator’s Collection
Attend One Intimate Dinner with API Executives, Collectors
Submitted artwork automatically entered in Grand Salon Competition
Hall of Fame Artist (By Invitation)
Hall of Fame Basic Benefits
One Tote Bag with API Logo
One Discounted (15%) Annual Calendar
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Four Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Newsletter containing updates on Exhibits, Competitions and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Member Shopping Day Discounts
Hall of Fame Plus Benefits
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Annual Subscription to The Haywain Magazine
Two Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
One Jumbo Tote Bag with API logo
Artwork included in Artist Curator’s Collection on API Website
Four Free Full Page Ads in Haywain Magazine (one per quarterly edition)
Attend One Intimate Dinner with API Executives, Collectors
Artwork Featured in Special Section of Haywain Magazine
High level access with our curators, collectors and sponsors
Hall of Fame Premium Benefits
Free Annual Membership (just send us a new image of an additional artwork)
Jury Process Waiver for Annual Meeting and Auction
Jury Process Waiver for inclusion in Curator’s Collection
Submitted artwork automatically entered in Grand Salon Competition
Organization Levels Connecting with organizations
Organizational Memberships
Organizational memberships allow corporations,
universities, libraries and non-profit institutions to provide their employees,
students, patrons and faculty with free or discounted admissions to our
programs and event
Nonprofit Membership
Circle
API's Nonprofit Program allows library patrons and staff access to
free demonstrations, lectures and art workshops as well as intimate involvement
with our curators and directors.
Nonprofit Membership Circle
Nonprofit memberships are free but donations are appreciated
Free lectures and talks at your location
Free demonstrations at your location
Free plein air art workshops at selected sites
Two Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Four Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Invitations to intimate events with our directors and curators
Library Membership Circle
API's Library Membership Program allows library patrons and staff access to
free demonstrations, lectures and art workshops as well as intimate involvement
with our curators and directors.
Library Membership Circle
Library memberships are free but donations are appreciated
Free lectures and talks at your location
Free demonstrations at your location
Free plein air art workshops at selected sites
Two Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Four Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Invitations to intimate events with our directors and curators
Academic Membership Circle
API's Academic Membership Program offers university faculties and staff access to
free demonstrations, lectures, art demonstrations and workshops as well as intimate
involvement with our curators and directors.
Academic Organization Circle
Academic Memberships are free but donations are appreciated
Free lectures and talks at your location
Free demonstrations at your location
Free plein air art workshops at selected sites
Two Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Free API Event Tickets
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Invitations to intimate events with our directors and curators
Student access to grants and funding opportunities
Student access to exhibition opportunities
Corporate Membership Councils
API offers a number of ways for companies to meet marketing,
philanthropic, employee engagement and client hospitality objectives.
Leadership Council ($5,500-12,499)
Access to exclusive Curated Experiences
Opportunity to host events at exclusive venues
Ten free tickets to API Events
Eight free VIP tickets for selected major exhibitions
Eight free tickets to select VIP Behind-the-Scenes Previews
Eight free tickets to corporate partner events
Recognition in full page Haywain Magazine Thank You Ad
Eight free Quarter Page Ads for your clients in Haywain Magazine
Recognition on our website Thank You page
Four free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting, Dinner, Auction
Two free Tote Bags with API Logo
Officer's Council ($12,500-24,999)
Basic Presidential Benefits
Access to exclusive Curated Experiences
Opportunity to host events at exclusive venues
Twenty free tickets to API Events
Twelve VIP passes for selected major exhibitions
Twelve free tickets to select VIP Behind-the-Scenes Events
Twelve free tickets to corporate partner events
Recognition in full page Haywain Magazine Thank You Ad
Recognition on our website Thank You page
Eight free Half Page Ads for your clients in Haywain Magazine
Eight Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting, Dinner, Auction
Ten free Tote Bags with API Logo
Executive Plus Benefits
Ten free tickets to Summer Corporate Night Wine, Dinner
Ten Free Annual Subscriptions to The Haywain Magazine
Ten Free Tickets to API Global Art Exhibition and Sale
Attend Two Intimate Dinners with API Executives, Signature Artists
Officer's Premium Benefits
Five Fine Art Prints from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
Five Fine Art Prints from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
Five Fine Art Prints from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 3
One Original Artwork from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
Chairman's Council ($25,000-99,999)
Basic Chairman Benefits
Access to exclusive Curated Experiences
Opportunity to host events at exclusive venues
Forty free tickets to API Events
Twenty-five VIP passes for selected major exhibitions
Twenty-five free tickets to select VIP Behind-the-Scenes Events
Twenty-five free tickets to corporate partner events
Recognition in full page Haywain Magazine Thank You Ad
Recognition on our website Thank You page
Eight free Full Page Ads for your clients in Haywain Magazine
Fifteen Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting, Dinner, Auction
Twenty free Tote Bags with API Logo
Chairman's Plus Benefits
Twenty free tickets to Summer Corporate Night Wine and Dinner
Twenty Free Annual Subscriptions to The Haywain Magazine
Twenty Free Tickets to API Global Art Exhibition and Sale
Attend Four Intimate Dinners with API Executives, Signature Artists
Chairman's Premium Benefits
Ten Fine Art Prints from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 1
Ten Fine Art Prints from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 2
Ten Fine Art Prints from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 3
Two Original Artworks from our Curator’s Collection, Lot 3
Gift Memberships
Share all our great benefits. Give a gift that friends and family can
enjoy throughout the year.
Member Friend Gift ($75-374)
Perfect for Singletons
One Tote Bag with API Logo
One Free Annual Calendar with Artwork from Our Collection
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Free API Event Tickets
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Major Museums in the USA
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Member Supporter Gift ($375-749)
Perfect for Couples and Families
One Tote Bag with API Logo
One Free Annual Calendar with Artwork from Our Collection
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Free API Event Tickets
Two Discounted (15%) Tickets to Major Museums in the USA
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Three Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Free Annual Subscription to The Haywain Magazine
One Free Ticket to the Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Two Free Admissions to Major Art Museums in the USA
Member Associate Gift ($750- 1,749)
For Members Seeking Added Connectivity
One Tote Bag with API Logo
One Free Annual Calendar with Artwork from Our Collection
Two Discounted Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Four Free API Event Tickets
Four Discounted (15%) Tickets to Major Museums in the USA
Monthly Updates on Events, Exhibits, Workshops and Other Events
Four Discounted (15%) Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
One Jumbo Tote Bag with API logo)
Four Free Tickets to Behind-the-Scenes Activities
Two Free Annual Subscription to The Haywain Magazine
Four Free Tickets to Annual Member Meeting and Auction
Four Free Admissions to Major Art Museums in the USA
Membership FAQs Discovering member levels
All About Memberships
What membership levels are available?
At the individual level you can become an API Member, an API Patron Member or an API Sponsor Member. At the
organization level you can become an API Corporate Member, an API Academic Member (for schools and universities),
an API Library Member or an API Nonprofit Member. Working Artists can become Artist Members and earn the opportunity to
be admitted to our API Artist Curator Circle and API Collector Circle.
Which membership level is best for me?
Mostly it depends upon your budget. Our most economical memberships are in the API Member Category.
API Patron Members contribute much larger sums and the highest individual giving category is the API Sponsor Member level.
Corporate and Organizational memberships are for entities, not individuals. If you are a working artist seeking to
have special access to art collectors, prestigious galleries and professional opportunites, the API Artist Member
category will provide you with these opportunities.
How can I join or renew my membership?
You can join or renew your membership online. If you experience difficulties, please email support@artpreservationinstitute.org online.
We will get back to you no later than the following business day or sooner.
When does my membership expire?
Memberships are effective immediately on the date of purchase and expire
on the last day of the month of purchase in the following year.
How much does a membership cost?
Memberships start at $75 at the Member Friend level and increase from that amount.
Many members choose to increase their impact to API by giving above and beyond their minimum membership dues.
We provide Ranges that allow members to support the Museum with an additional annual gift and to make an even greater
impact on the health and vitality of our organization.
How can I upgrade my membership?
If you are a current member and wish to increase your membership support and get additional benefits,
please contact us at suppor@artpreservationinstitute.org and we will be happy to assist you.
How can I update my mailing address or contact information?
Please e-mail your new contact information to support@artpreservationinstitute.org and we will update your information.
How can I check if my membership is still valid?
You can check the status of your membership by emailing support@artpreservationinstitute.org and we will be happy
to assist you.
How can I automatically renew my membership every year?
When you sign up your membership is set to automatically renew in one year from the date you sign up. There is no
need to do anything else.
How can I check or change my auto renewal enrollment status?
To confirm your enrollment status, please e-mail us at support@artpreservationinstitute.org with your phone number
and best time to contact you. We are happy to check your enrollment status, and, if you have already
authorized enrollment, to update your credit card information at any time. To ensure your privacy
and safety, please do not send any credit card numbers by e-mail.
How much will I be charged with auto renewal, and when?
You’ll only be charged annually during the month of your expiration the amount you indicated
during your initial enrollment. Feel free to contact us at any time to confirm that amount. To change this amount
for any reason, please contact us at least one month prior to your expiration date to ensure
we make the correction before charging your card.
Do you offer free or discounted memberships?
Yes. Organizational memberships are free and include Library, Academic and Nonprofit Memberships.
Artist Circle Members receive a 33-1/3% discount off the regular registration fee. Artists at this level
may join for $55.
How many levels of Artist Memberships are there??
We offer several levels of Artist Memberships. Artists may only become members through entering one of our contests.
Artists who enter our contests are admitted at the Artist Associate level. The API Juried Artist level is comprised
of artists that have won awards in our contests. Upon winning an award Artist Associates are upgraded to Juried Artist
status and have their artwork displayed in our Curator's Collection. Juried Artists who have their art selected by
one of our Patrons, Sponsors Collectors or Corporate Members are upgraded to Hall of Fame Member status.
What is the Curator's Collection?
Artists who win prizes or awards through their involvement in one of our contests have their award-winning images
displayed in Curator's Colliction, which is a permanent collection. Members receive a host of special benefits. Their artwork is given many exceptional
opportunities to be viewed by prestigious galleries and collectors. Members of the Curator's Circle are also
invited to attend intimate dinner meetings with collectors, museum directors, gallery owners and our executives
and directors.Successful members will have their artwork acquired through our network of art aficionados.
What is the Hall of Fame?
Juried Artist Members who have their art acquired are invited to join our Hall of Fame. Hall of Fame Artists
are exempted from the comptetion requirements for life but still receive all benefits. In addition they receive
discounts on membership fees and have the right to add original artwork and digital images to the Hall of Fame
permanent collection.
Can I buy a Gift Membership for someone??
Gift membership certificates can be purchased online. Your are purchasing a gift certificate.The recipient of the gift membership redeems
their membership by using the gift certificate number provided at purchase and supplying their personal contact information.
Do I need the recipient’s name or contact information?
No, gift membership certificates do not require any contact information for the recipient. The
gift recipient provides their contact information when they redeem the certificate number to activate
their new membership. Each certificate has a unique certificate number that is either printed on the
certificate itself when purchased in person or is in a confirmation e-mail when purchased online.
The purchaser is responsible for providing this number to the recipient. When they are ready to start
their membership, the recipient will need the number to redeem the certificate against the membership
level of their choice either in person or online. The credit associated with the certificate will be
applied to membership’s cost at the time of redemption.
Can a gift membership certificate be sent directly to my recipient?
Gift membership certificate orders can be printed at home. Gift certificates cannot be mailed at this time.
The record of the gift certificate sale will be under the purchaser’s name, and they will receive all information
regarding the order via e-mail including the gift certificate number needed for redemption.
Can a gift membership certificate be used for events, products dinners or to redeem member benefits??
No, gift membership certificates are only redeemable toward a membership.
How do I redeem a gift membership certificate online and activate my membership?
Go to Gift Membership. Select “Join or Renew” under the level of membership at which you’d like to join.
Select the amount you would like to contribute for your membership. Enter a number that is at least the minimum for that level, and click “Continue.”
Log in to your account. If you have not yet created an account online, please click “Create an Account” and enter your name, address, and phone number.
When reviewing the order in your cart, enter the Gift Certificate Number in the Gift Certificate ID field in the Apply Gift Certificate box and click “Apply My Gift Certificate.”
Enter your payment information on the next page to complete your order.
When does my membership begin?
Memberships begin on the date we receive your registration and dues.
When do my annual Member Benefits expire ?
Member Benefits expire on December 31 of each year with the exception of memberships that become effective
between October 1 and December 31. Registrations received during this period expire on December 31 of the following year.