Join Avant Garde
The next generation of giving starts here.
* Avant Garde is designed for adults 50 and under who are interested in connecting with a new generation of art enthusiasts and MCASD.
Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable. Guest admission requires a member to be present. Reciprocal benefits are subject to the policies of participating institutions. Additional restrictions may apply to select exhibitions, programs, events, classes, and workshops.
Avant Garde Benefits
Core Benefits
Membership covers two named household members.
Artist Encounters & Studio Visits
Invitations to select artist encounters, studio visits, and intimate conversations, offering personal insight into contemporary artists and their creative practices.
Avant Garde Ball Member Pricing
Special member pricing for MCASD's signature Avant Garde Ball, bringing together San Diego's creative and philanthropic communities for an evening celebrating contemporary art.
Avant Garde Leadership Council Eligibility
Eligibility to participate in a community of emerging cultural leaders supporting MCASD through philanthropy, advocacy, and engagement.
Emerging Artist Acquisition
Help shape MCASD’s permanent collection by contributing to the acquisition of a work by an emerging artist and participating in its selection from a group of artworks presented by the Museum’s curatorial team.
Your Support Makes an Impact
As an Avant Garde member, you help bring contemporary art to life at MCASD through world-class exhibitions, innovative programs, and meaningful educational experiences. You’ll join a community of emerging supporters, creatives, and cultural leaders who connect through contemporary art and help shape San Diego’s creative future.