IMPORTANT NOTE: the National Building Museum will be closed to visitors from December 2, 2019 until March 2020. Members joining or renewing between now and the closure date will receive a 16 month membership at the regular 12 month rate. Expiration dates for current members whose terms will be affected by the closure will be adjusted by four additional months.
Membership donations are non-refundable.
Corporate support of the National Building Museum is a smart investment and helps the Museum inspire, educate, and attract more than 525,000 visitors per year. The Museum offers a variety of opportunities for strategic partnerships with corporations. Corporate support enables the Museum to provide innovative exhibitions, ongoing adult and youth education programs, public events and festivals, and professional development opportunities.
Your company can benefit in the following ways:
Become a member of the Capital Society and demonstrate your company’s commitment to the built environment. Corporate support is critical to the Museum’s ability to present acclaimed exhibitions and highly regarded programs.
Your investment in the Museum will:
- Lead the public conversation in our nation’s capital about the critical impact architecture, engineering, and design have on society.
- Shape the next generation of building industry professionals.
- Showcase innovation found in all arts and sciences within the built environment.
With levels ranging from $1,000 to $15,000+, the Capital Society offers valuable benefits for every institution. At the highest level, the Capital Council for the Built Environment serves as a forum for strategic, interdisciplinary leadership, convening members quarterly to discuss topics related to industry trends and issues.
Explore our Capital Society membership brochure and find out about our membership levels and benefits.
Join now or contact Rachel Madewell at capitalsociety@nbm.org for more information.
Sponsoring the National Building Museum’s exhibitions and education programs is an effective marketing and business development tool. Reach a broad audience that includes families, students, policy makers, and professionals in the built environment. Since every company has different objectives, Museum sponsors benefit from a customized package that meets their particular needs.
Ongoing sponsorship opportunities exist for large and small exhibitions, member and VIP events, education and family programs, and more.
Benefits include:
- On-site and print recognition
- Press outreach and public relations coordination
- Access to host private events at the Museum
- Complimentary tickets
To get involved, contact us: sponsorship@nbm.org or 202.272.2448