Join, Enjoy. Renew, Repeat.
Thank you for your interest in Smart Museum membership. There are several easy ways to join and renew:
| By Phone: | Call the Membership Office at (773) 702-2368 during regular business hours. |
| By Mail: | Download, print, and return the Membership Form [PDF]. |
| On Site: | Join or renew at the Smart Museum Café or welcome desk. |
| Online: | Make your membership contribution through the University of Chicago’s secure server. Please be sure to designate “Smart Museum: Membership” as your area of giving. Click here to leave the Museum’s website and make your gift online. |
- We accept MasterCard, Visa, and American Express
- Make checks made payable to "Smart Museum of Art."
- Your new membership card (or cards) will be mailed within 2 to 4 weeks.
- The University of Chicago will send you an official gift receipt separately.
- If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call. We’re glad to help.
Give the Gift of Membership
Share your love of art with a gift membership to the Smart Museum. Treat friends and family to a year full of wonderful programs and exhibitions, plus all of the member benefits at the level you choose.Your gift will be artfully wrapped, with a personalized gift card. To ensure the quickest delivery, please place your order by phone.
Make the Most of Your Membership
Many companies will match the charitable contributions of their employees. Please check with your personnel office: you may be able to double or even triple the amount of your donation. For more information on matching gifts, click here.

