Annual Membership starts from £35* as a Solo Friend or £50* for two as Duo Friends, giving you exceptional access to the National Galleries of Scotland.

Join and enjoy:

  • Free entry to exhibitions – for Solo Friends one membership card and for Duo Friends either two membership cards or one card plus guest, all giving unlimited entry to all National Galleries of Scotland exhibitions
  • Be the first – invitations to exhibition preview days
  • Take part – an events and lecture programme designed for Members
  • What’s On? guide of current exhibitions and events four times a year
  • Receive free regular updates and special offers by e-Newsletter
  • Free entry to exhibitions and preview days for all children under the age of 18 when accompanied by a Member

Student Membership
The National Galleries of Scotland offers a reduced rate of membership to students who provide proof of full-time status. (Please send a photocopy of your student card and graduation year). The privileges are the same as a Solo Friend and membership costs £20* annually.

Philanthropic Member
You can help the Galleries by making an additional commitment as a Member by joining at £100 or more.

A Philanthropic Member receives all the benefits of a Duo Friend plus:

  • Highlights magazine and annual report
  • An invitation to an annual lecture by a Director of the National Galleries of Scotland

How to Join
Membership can be purchased through our Online Shop by clicking on the Buy Membership link or by downloading and completing the Friends Membership application form.

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Don’t forget to include your gift message if ordering online. This will be included on a gift card sent out with your membership.

*£5 discount on Solo, Duo and Student Memberships if you pay by Direct Debit. Not available online. To pay by Direct Debit, please download the Membership application form on the right and post it to us or call the Membership Office.