Joining the Benefactors is a unique and rewarding way to support the Wallace Collection. With exclusive behind-the-scenes and in-depth access to this eclectic collection, as a Benefactor you will advance your knowledge and expand your understanding of a diverse range of topics; from the production of arms and armour to cabinet-making and gilding.
Your exclusive access extends beyond the museum, with invitations to accompany curators on private visits to other institutions, collections and exhibitions.
Curator's Circle
Join our Curator’s Circle and learn more about the Collection. Enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, previews of exhibitions and exclusive Benefactor-only events. Meet our curators, conservators and other supporters.
As a member of the Curator’s Circle you will have access to the following:
- Invitations to exhibition opening parties with curator-led previews
- Private behind-the-scenes events at the Wallace Collection
- Opportunities to join the Director and curators on art historical trips in the UK and abroad (additional fees apply; priority booking for Director’s Circle and Conservator’s Circle)
- An exclusive programme of events at other museums and places of interest
- An invitation to the Director’s Annual Talk and drinks reception
- Crediting in our Annual Report and donor board (donor board listing applicable after two years’ membership)
- Supporters’ magazine
- 10% discount in the Wallace Collection shop and restaurant*
*Discount in the restaurant will only be applied to the first £50 spent per visit.
£1,500 per annum
Benefits value £270
Suggested voluntary donation £1,230
The donation is a suggested amount which supports the museum’s ongoing work and to which Gift Aid can be applied. The benefits are available for purchase separately without any further donation.
Read and download the Benefactor brochure
Download the Benefactor joining form
Sample Benefactor events brochure
For further information contact the Development Office:
benefactors@wallacecollection.org
+44 (0) 20 7563 9538
Conservator’s Circle
Join our Conservator’s Circle and learn more about the Collection. Enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, previews of exhibitions and exclusive Benefactor-only events. Meet our curators, conservators and other supporters.
As a member of the Conservator’s Circle, you will enjoy the same access to events, exhibition openings and offsite visits as the Curator’s Circle, but your additional donation will be used to support conservation projects at the Wallace Collection.
As a member of the Conservator’s Circle you will have access to the following:
- All Curator’s Circle benefits
- An overview of the our forthcoming conservation projects
- Regular updates from conservators and the development team on the progress of conservation projects
- Two additional events per year connected with conservation projects. e.g. a private breakfast view with one of the conservators
£2,500 per annum
Benefits value £300
Suggested voluntary donation £2,200
The donation is a suggested amount which supports the museum’s ongoing work and to which Gift Aid can be applied. The benefits are available for purchase separately without any further donation.
Download the Benefactor brochure
Download the Benefactor joining form
Sample Benefactor events brochure
For further information contact the Development Office:
benefactors@wallacecollection.org
+44 (0) 20 7563 9538
Director’s Circle
Join our Director’s Circle and learn more about the Collection. Enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, previews of exhibitions and exclusive Benefactor-only events. Meet our curators, conservators and other supporters.
As a member of the Director’s Circle, you will enjoy the same access to events, exhibition openings and offsite visits as the Curator’s Circle, but your additional donation will be used to support the exhibition programme at the Wallace Collection.
As a member of the Director’s Circle you will have access to the following:
- All Curator’s Circle benefits
- An invitation to the annual Director’s Dinner
- Additional invitations to exclusive and intimate behind-the-scenes trips in the UK and overseas, visiting private collections and residences (additional fees apply)
- Assistance accessing exhibitions and museums around Europe*
- Priority booking for Benefactor events and galas
- Regular updates from the Director and the development team on the progress of the Collection’s forthcoming exhibitions
- A private reception and advanced preview of exhibitions for Director’s Circle members only
- A complimentary catalogue from each Wallace Collection exhibition
*subject to availability
£5,000 per annum
Benefits value £650
Suggested voluntary donation £4,350
The donation is a suggested amount which supports the museum’s ongoing work and to which Gift Aid can be applied. The benefits are available for purchase separately without any further donation.
Read and download the Benefactor brochure
Download the Benefactor joining form
Sample Benefactor events brochure
For further information contact the Development Office:
benefactors@wallacecollection.org
+44 (0) 20 7563 9538
Young Benefactors (20-45)
Become a Young Benefactor and learn more about the Collection. Enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, previews of exhibitions and exclusive Benefactor-only events. Meet our curators, conservators and other supporters.
As a Young Benefactor you will have access to the following:
- Invitations to exhibition opening parties with curator-led previews
- Private behind-the-scenes events at the Wallace Collection
- Opportunities to join the Director and curators on art historical trips in the UK and abroad (additional fees apply; priority booking for Director’s Circle and Conservator’s Circle)
- An exclusive programme of events at other museums and places of interest
- An invitation to the Director’s Annual Talk and drinks reception
- Crediting in our Annual Report and donor board (donor board listing applicable after two years’ membership)
- Supporters’ magazine
- 10% discount in the Wallace Collection shop and restaurant*
*Discount in the restaurant will only be applied to the first £50 spent per visit.
£750 per annum
Benefits value £270
Suggested voluntary donation £480
The donation is a suggested amount which supports the museum’s ongoing work and to which Gift Aid can be applied. The benefits are available for purchase separately without any further donation.
Please note that to qualify as a Young Benefactor you must be between 20-45 years old.
Read and download the Benefactor brochure
Download the Benefactor joining form
Sample Benefactor events brochure
For further information contact the Development Office: benefactors@wallacecollection.org
+44 (0) 20 7563 9538
Overseas Giving Options
To explore overseas giving options contact the Development Office: fundraising@wallacecollection.org or +44 (0)20 7563 9538.
You can donate tax-efficiently to the Wallace Collection from Europe thanks to the online Transnational Giving Europe platform.
You can also donate to The Wallace Collection in America inc., an independent charity with full tax-exempt status from the IRS under section 501(c) (3) allowing United States taxpayers to receive tax deductions on gifts. For further information or to donate, get in touch via wca@wallacecollection.org.
