Support BAM

Support Local Art and Make a Difference: Join the Bellefonte Art Museum's Mission Today!

While we actively seek grants, the heart of our support comes from generous donations and memberships from people like you. Your contribution to the Bellefonte Art Museum directly helps us promote local artists, curate exceptional exhibitions, and offer enriching programs for families and art lovers alike. With your support, we can continue making art accessible and impactful for everyone in our community. Join us in preserving and growing the arts at the Bellefonte Art Museum—your gift truly makes a difference!

DONATE TO THE MUSEUM

A simple gift of any amount to the museum is always welcome. Use the following link to make a secure donation via PayPal to the Bellefonte Art Museum.

Make a Donation

BECOME A MEMBER

Support the Bellefonte Art Museum and stay connected to the arts. Join as a new member or renew your commitment—every membership helps keep the museum free and accessible to all.

Become a Member

VOLUNTEER AT BAM

Volunteering at BAM is a great way to give back while becoming part of a creative, welcoming community. Whether you’re passionate about art, curious about history, or simply eager to lend a hand, your efforts will make a meaningful difference. Our volunteers play a key role in the museum's success. 

Volunteer Today!

Join Our Artist Registry

The museum is pleased to provide a free exhibition space for members of our Artist Registry. Registry acceptance is a juried process and requires a $30 fee upon acceptance. If you’re a local artist and want to get involved, begin the application process here.

Join the Registry

Renew Your Artist Membership

Already part of the BAM Artist Registry? Keep your profile active and continue connecting with our creative community. Click below to login to your artist registry account and renew your artist membership for another year with the "Pay/Renew Your Registry" button on your artist dashboard.

Renew Your Registry

Why Become a Member?

Be inspired, enriched, and entertained at our month member events. These events are free and open to our museum members only as a benefit to partnering with us membership. Each month brings a new event such as an artist demonstration, gallery talk or even a field trip. These events are great opportunities to view artists at work, learn more about their technique, and have valuable one-on-one time with our local artists.

By joining today, you’re not just supporting a museum—you’re supporting a space where creativity, culture, and community come together. Explore our membership levels below, and thank you for being a part of the Bellefonte Art Museum family!

Why should you become a member of the museum?

By supporting the museum in membership, you join with us to provide the following:

  1. FREE museum admission
  2. FREE art activities for children and families
  3. Promotion of local artists
  4. Access to our rich history, including the Underground Railroad
  5. Original artwork for sale in several galleries and our gift shop
  6. And so much more