Partnerships & Sponsorships

Support from corporations, associations, foundations, and government agencies plays a vital role in enabling the National Building Museum to present a variety of exceptional exhibitions and educational programs. Since opening to the public in 1985, the Museum has presented more than 175 exhibitions and thousands of education programs on subjects related to architecture, construction, design, engineering, and the building arts. 

By investing in its singular mission, your organization will not only ensure that the Museum remains an institution of excellence, but will also form a mutually beneficial partnership that enhances your relationship with the community. These partnerships are essential to the Museum’s success and allow us to create enriching experiences for the general public, as well as target audiences including students, at-risk youth, architects, and construction professionals, etc. 

Your organization can support the Museum’s activities in a variety of ways:

1.  Become a member of the Museum and receive exciting benefits for your organization and its employees, including special access to opening receptions, complimentary passes to public programs and exhibition tours, access to rental facilities at the Museum, and discounts in our acclaimed Museum shop. 

2.  Sponsor one of our many exhibitions or education programs. Whether you choose to support an exhibition on modernism in the 20th century, a design apprenticeship program for high school students, or a lecture series committed to environmental sustainability, the Museum offers many ways to capture the interests of your organization and its constituents. Learn more about the National Building Museum's current sponsorship opportunities.

3.  Become a distinguished Industry Partner. As a leading donor of the Museum, Industry Partners receive tailored sponsorship packages that includes benefits such as Corinthian membership, a table at the annual Honor Award gala, as well as other promotional opportunities.

Whichever you choose, your organization’s support is prominently recognized in a variety of related publications, marketing materials, and advertisments. To begin a partnership with the National Building Museum and further your organization’s philanthropic goals, please contact Melinda Hungerman in the Development office at 202.272.2448, ext. 3208 or at mhungerman@nbm.org.

The National Building Museum is a nonprofit organization certified 501(c)(3) by the Internal Revenue Service. Contributions are tax-deductible to the maximum allowable extent of the law. The Museum's tax identification number is 52-1050999. To obtain a copy of the organization's most recent audited financial statement or other financial information, please contact: The Development Department, National Building Museum, 401 F Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001, or call 202.272.2448, ext. 3206.