Established as the cultural, educational, and membership division of the Smithsonian Institution, The Smithsonian Associates is recognized as the largest and most esteemed museum-based continuing education program in the nation.

This auction item is for a One Year, Family Membership to the Smithsonian Resident Associate Program (RAP).  Through the RAP, the Smithsonian Associates offers more than 750 educational and cultural programs each year. Programs include:

• Lectures & Seminars


• Performances & Films


• Free Members Only Programs


• Courses


• Studio Arts Classes


• Study Tours


• Summer Camps & Theater for Children

Resident Associate Member Benefits include:

* Free programs for members
* Savings of 25% - 40% off tickets to most of the more than 1200 educational programs offered each year
* Monthly Smithsonian Associates catalogue
* 10% Member Discount for the Smithsonian Museum Shops, the Smithsonian Catalogue, the SmithsonianStore.com
* 10% restaurant discount in several Smithsonian Museums
* $5 parking in certain instances
* Discounts on Fine Art