Learn more about your favorite collections, engage with curatorial and conservation staff, and provide support for vital Museum activities. Our groups span a wide range of interests, bringing members into the heart of the Museum through unique programs and rare opportunities. Join one or more groups today! Friends groups run on the same annual cycle—with the same expiration date—as your MFA membership and participation includes invitations for you and one other person to attend these exceptional programs.

Become a Fan

Our six Fan groups offer programming such as presentations by art experts, behind-the-scenes access to the Museum, private tours of exhibitions, and receptions where you can get to know Museum staff. Groups at this level are $250 each, and you must be a Museum member to participate. Join today and view upcoming programs.

Become an Enthusiast

Truly excited about the MFA and particular areas of the collection? Pursue your passion and join one or more of our six Enthusiast groups. These premiere programs include access to experts as you look closely together at select works of art, plus unique opportunities to meet with Museum curators and share insights at the MFA, a gallery, an art fair, or even on a visit to a private collection. Groups at this level are $1,500 each, and you must be a Museum member at the Leader, Museum Council Fellow, Museum Council Patron levels, a member of the Patron Program, or a Benefactor to participate. Join today and view upcoming programs.

Friends of Film

Friends of Film support one of the country’s leading exhibitors of independent, contemporary, classic, and international film at one of five levels while enjoying exclusive sneak preview screenings of major motion pictures and other unique benefits. Are you a cinemaphile? Join today and view upcoming programs.

Friends of the MFA

Pursue your passion

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