National Council members support artists nationwide, as well as Artadia’s mission to promote artistic excellence, collaborative practice, and critical dialogue throughout the United States.

As Artadia’s premier membership group, National Council members develop a deep connection with the Artadia community and gain access to exclusive benefits and events in each of our program cities.

• Invitations to 15–20 exclusive events annually in each of our program cities, featuring Artadia’s extensive network of curators and artists. Private events include studio visits with Artadia Awardees, curator-led walkthroughs of critically acclaimed exhibitions, private collection tours, Art & Dialogue private receptions, and more.
• Invitations to exclusive, curated trips to national and international art destinations with other National Council members and Artadia’s Board of Directors.
• Complimentary VIP passes to select acclaimed art fairs in your region as well as nationally, such as Frieze, the Armory Show, Untitled, and fairs during Art Basel Miami Beach.
• Invitations to Artadia’s exclusive national events, including our biennial benefit in New York City, Artist Luncheons, and bicoastal anniversary celebrations
• Access and connections to Artadia’s national network of artists, collectors, curators, gallerists, and art professionals.
• The most current information in contemporary art via Artadia’s monthly newsletter, featuring artist awards, exhibitions, press announcements, and interviews.
• Recognition of your contribution on our website

Contemporary Council members directly support local artists by providing them with increased financial and creative freedom to sustain their career. Contemporary Council members gain access to exclusive benefits and events in their region.

• Invitations to 6–8 exclusive events annually in your program city, featuring Artadia’s extensive network of curators and artists. Private events include studio visits with Artadia Awardees, curator-led walkthroughs of critically acclaimed exhibitions, private collection tours, Art & Dialogue private receptions, and more.
• Complimentary VIP passes to select acclaimed art fairs in your region such as Frieze, the Armory Show, Untitled, and fairs during Art Basel Miami Beach.
• Invitations to Artadia’s exclusive national events, including our biennial benefit in New York City, Artist Luncheons, and bicoastal anniversary celebrations.
• Access and connections to Artadia’s local network of artists, collectors, curators, gallerists, and art professionals.
• The most current information in contemporary art via Artadia’s monthly newsletter, featuring artist awards, exhibitions, press announcements, and interviews.
• Recognition of your contribution on our website.