Musical Instrument Museum

As a SHOP: Discover unique gifts…

MIM Online Store: Shop a World of Music. Artisan-made goods, musical instruments, music-themed gifts and more—MIM‘s online store offers a selection of the authentic, global products available in the Museum Store.

MIM Museum Store: offers a selection of items from around the world that educate, inspire, and entertain. Providing these quality products and exceptional service to our customers is our priority. Best of all, your purchase supports MIM and its programs. Merchandise is catalogued within these collections: * MIM Exclusives * Jewelry & Accessories * Home * Books & Music * Instruments, and * Kids.

Support the Musical Instrument Museum… by simply purchasing your specialty merchandise here:
https://www.themimstore.org/

As an EATERY: Food for thought…

Café Allegro: MIM’s award-winning Café Allegro features a rotating menu of delicious global cuisine. Whether spending the day exploring the galleries or just stopping by for lunch, guests can choose from a variety of * fresh entrees * salads * soups, and * grill items showcasing local produce and flavors from around the world.

Support the Musical Instrument Museum… by simply dining here:
https://mim.org/cafe-allegro/

Be a DONOR: Show that you care…

…The World’s Only Global Musical Instrument Museum. Millions of guests have experienced the power of music at MIM. Please support our mission to inspire guests through music for generations to come. Invest in MIM’s mission and make a lasting impact in our community.

Membership

You love music—so do we. Support MIM’s mission all year and enjoy exclusive benefits when you become a member. Membership also makes a great gift! Surprise someone you care about with a year of MIM.

Membership at specified levels are offered: Duo Circle * Family Circle * Song Circle * Rhythm Circle * Melody Circle * Harmony Circle * Curator’s Circle * Director’s Circle, and * Founder’s Circle * Tier 1 * Tier 2 * Tier 3, and * Tier 4.

Donation

Your gift to MIM will change someone’s life through music. Bring education resources to our community, help care for a unique collection of 8,000+ instruments, and preserve rare musical traditions that might otherwise be lost to history.

• You may customize your gifts. Recurring gifts are encouraged, You may donate on behalf of a business, organization, or in memory or honor of someone.
• Matching Gifts: Many employers sponsor matching gift programs to match charitable contributions made by their employees. Gifts from employees, spouses, and retirees may also qualify for a match.
• Memorial and Tribute Gifts: Celebrate an anniversary, birthday, or establish a memorial for a loved one positively impacted by the power of music. This lasting tribute is accompanied by a special note honoring your loved one and provides a unique and thoughtful gift while supporting MIM’s mission.
• Stock and Appreciated Securities: Transfer your stocks, bonds, or mutual funds to MIM.
• Retirement Plan, IRA Charitable Rollover or QCD: An IRA charitable rollover is a qualified charitable distribution from your retirement account.
• Donor-Advised Funds: A donor-advised fund is like a charitable savings account where you transfer cash or other assets to a tax-exempt sponsoring organization. With your charitable goals in mind, seek the advice of your financial or legal advisor to find the right sponsoring organization to meet your needs and interests.
• Planned Giving: You are invited to join MIM’s Legacy Circle. Legacy Circle members sustain the transformational power of music and MIM for future generations. They have expressed their commitment with visionary, enduring gifts by naming MIM as a beneficiary. We gratefully acknowledge our Legacy Circle members through recognition on our Legacy Circle wall and in MIM’s annual report, in addition to extending invitations to special events and educational sessions. However, the most important benefit of joining our Legacy Circle is the knowledge that you are contributing to MIM’s long-term success.
  • Endowed Gifts: Endowments are permanent funds donated to MIM in which the principal amount is held in perpetuity and only the investment income or earnings are expended annually. Contact your financial or legal advisor to set up an endowed gift of cash, real estate, or appreciated securities. With a more immediate gift to MIM, you can enjoy up-front tax benefits while helping to advance MIM’s mission.
  • Blended Giving: Blended giving allows you to make an even bigger impact. Choose a gift that works for you today, and pair it with a future giving vehicle. Your blended gift is transformational, helping you achieve personal philanthropic goals while advancing MIM’s mission for years to come.

Corporate Partners: Corporate sponsorship provides significant exposure to over 350,000 museum guests to MIM annually, as well as exclusive access to the museum and its amenities for client-and-employee engagement. MIM offers customized opportunities for our corporate partners depending on their respective objectives and criteria. An investment in MIM is an investment in our community. Vital support from the business community has helped MIM fulfill its mission and realize its vision for the future by funding our concert series, special exhibitions, education programs, and a variety of public programs at the museum.

Volunteer: Becoming a MIM volunteer team member is a unique opportunity to help the museum achieve its mission. Volunteers are needed in positions throughout the museum, including at Guest Service, in the galleries, and in leading tours. Current volunteer opportunities and descriptions are listed below. No need to be an expert; training will be provided!

Support the Musical Instrument Museum… by simply contributing here:

https://mim.org/support-mim/