CCS BARD

CCS Bard members gain insight into new directions in contemporary art and access to the Hudson Valley’s vibrant arts and cultural landscape. Membership fosters close connections to the region’s creative community—including artists, cultural organizations, scholars, collectors, and initiatives at Bard College—while offering a meaningful relationship with an institution committed to advancing new ideas in art. CCS Bard membership is deeply linked to the Hessel Museum of Art, and member contributions directly support the Museum’s annual exhibitions.

If you would like to join a program or have any questions, please reach out to Victoria Chou at vchou@bard.edu or 845-758-7874.

Friend– $100

• Invitations to studio visits with leading local artists and tours of vibrant creative organizations in the Hudson Valley
• Curator-led tours of exhibitions at the Hessel Museum
  
• Priority access to all talks and public programs
• 10% discount at the bookstore, café, and on limited-edition artworks (email vchou@bard.edu for details)
  

Supporter– $500

• All benefits of a Friend Membership plus:
  
• Invitation to the summer garden and VIP dinner
  
• Visits to the homes of eminent collectors in the Hudson Valley
• A complimentary CCS Bard exhibition catalogue
  
• Recognition on the CCS Bard website

Curator’s Council– $2,500

• All benefits of a Supporter Membership plus:
  
• Participation in an exciting new group of patrons and cultural leaders whose support directly impacts the Hessel Museum exhibition program
  
• Two tickets to the spring CCS Bard Awards Gala in NYC
• Invitation to a fall patrons’ event in NYC
  
• Complimentary copies of all CCS Bard publications (average of 2-3 per year)
  

For more information on our Leadership Council, which offers even greater engagement, please contact Victoria Chou at vchou@bard.edu or 845-758-7874.