Friends of the First Amendment Society

When you give to the Freedom Forum Institute, you are making a powerful commitment to increasing public understanding of the importance of a free press and the First Amendment.

The Friends of the First Amendment Society is the Freedom Forum Institute’s premier giving society for donors who contribute $1,000 or more each year.

See a list of members here. Large print and Braille versions of the list are available by calling 202/292-6557.

Benefits and Privileges

All invitations are good for two guests, unless otherwise noted.

Advocate Level ($1,000)

Member admission benefits to hundreds of Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) participant museums across the U.S. and Canada (view the list of participating museums here)
Priority seating at Freedom Forum Institute programs
Recognition on the Freedom Forum Institute’s website
Personalized service through the Friends Society concierge line
Unlimited free admission to the Newseum for you and up to three guests*
Access for six to a private weekday tour during business hours, personalized for your interest and time**
15 percent discount on food at The Source by Wolfgang Puck for parties of four or fewer
Six general admission guest passes*
10 percent discount in the Newseum Store, The Food Section and on adult education programs*
Invitation to the annual “Evening with the Curator,” a curator-hosted exploration of Newseum artifacts
10 percent discount on lunch (food only, parties of four or fewer) on weekdays only at Jaleo D.C., China Chilcano, Oyamel and Zaytinya courtesy of José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup*
10 percent discount in the Newseum Store, The Food Section and on adult education programs*

Supporter Level ($2,500)

Enjoy all of the above benefits plus:

Invitation to “On the Scene,” an exclusive visit to institutions in and around DC for an insider look at the First Amendment in action, hosted by media experts
A complimentary dual program membership to share as a gift*
Access for six to a private tour, after hours during the week (5-6 p.m.) or on a weekend, personalized for your interest and time**

Ambassador Level ($5,000)

Enjoy all of the above benefits plus:

A private presentation of the Newseum’s collection by a curator, tailored to your time and interests for up to six guests**
Invitation to a leadership dinner event
Invitation to a reception hosted by a staff member of the Newseum and Freedom Forum Institute’s executive leadership

Defender Level ($10,000)

Enjoy all of the above benefits plus:

Recognition onsite and in the Newseum Visitors Guide electronic signage*

*Through Dec. 31, 2019
**To be arranged through the Friends Society concierge service

For more information or to join by phone, please contact Cecelia Cizek at 202/292-6557, or [email protected].

Benefits subject to change.

The Freedom Forum Institute is a 501(c)(3) public charity. Donations to the Freedom Forum Institute are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.