Give the gift of membership
The perfect gift for artists and art lovers
Give the gift of membership
Give them unlimited access to world-class art and a dedicated members’ area in the heart of Piccadilly with a Friends of the RA membership.
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Gift membership
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What’s inside the box?
All our gift memberships come in a beautiful, limited edition gift box designed by Rebecca Salter PRA.
Each pack has everything you’ll need to get started, including a welcome card with space to personalise your message, a membership card, welcome brochure explaining all the benefits, a handy what’s on guide for Friends and a limited edition postcard. Learn more about the benefits of RA membership below.
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Why they'll love being a Friend of the RA
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A year of unlimited, free entry to all our exhibitions
Friend, parent, partner – expand their cultural horizons with 12 months unlimited access to every RA exhibition, whether that’s Picasso and Paper, Gauguin and the Impressionists or the 2020 Summer Exhibition. Plus, all members can bring a family member and four children under 16 to any RA exhibition.
Please note: Friends of the RA are required to book a free ticket with a specific start time which will give entry to the whole building.
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Member-only viewing hours
Alongside free access to all exhibitions, Friends can be first in line to visit every exhibition before it opens to the public at our Friends Previews. Friends also escape the crowds at our exclusive early morning or late evening views, and enjoy priority booking on our full programme of events, courses and classes.
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A home away from home – and so much more
Friends have all-day access to the The Fine Rooms – a dedicated space in Burlington House only available to Friends.
Friends also receive the RA Magazine four times a year straight to their door, and can take advantage of an extra 10% off in the RA Shop online and in store.*
*Exclusions apply, see terms and conditions.
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Treat them to a year of incredible shows including...
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Got a question about your Friends membership?
Read our frequently asked questions or drop us a line:
Email friends@royalacademy.org.uk
Phone 020 7300 8090
Lines are open 10am – 5pm, seven days a week or visit us at the Friends Desk in the main reception of Burlington House