Schomburg Society

Supporters help the Schomburg Center continue to offer superior research services, exhibitions, and special programs to our users.

Join the Schomburg Society and become a part of a committed group who support the important work of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. 

Join • Renew • Give the Gift of Membership • Honor and Memorial Gifts

Membership Benefits

Associate ($35 - $49)

• Year's subscription to the Schomburg Center newsletter
• 20% discount in the Schomburg Shop
• Program calendars
• A personalized membership card
• Up to 20% discount on tickets to select Center-sponsored programs

Friend ($50 - $99)

All Associate benefits, plus:

• Invitations to members-only exhibition previews, lectures, and seminars

Supporter ($100 - $249)

All Friend benefits, plus:

• Invitations to VIP events

Patron ($250 - $499)

All Supporter benefits, plus:

• A complimentary gift from the Schomburg Center

Sustainer ($500 - $999)

All Patron benefits, plus:

• Two tickets to a select Schomburg Center concert or performance

Conservator ($1,000 - $2,499)

All Sustainer benefits, plus:

• Acknowledgment in the Schomburg Center newsletter and the Library's Annual Report

Heritage Circle ($2,500 - $4,999)

All Conservator benefits, plus:

• A private behind-the-scenes tour led by the Center's Director

Chief's Circle ($5,000+)

All Heritage Circle benefits, plus:

• An invitation to an annual luncheon with the Director

Membership gifts may also be mailed to The Schomburg Society, 515 Malcolm X Boulevard, New York, NY  10037-1801. Please make checks payable to Schomburg Center/NYPL.

If you would like to contact the Schomburg Society Membership Office, please email schomburgsociety@nypl.org or call 212.491.2252.