Become a Member
Benefits of Membership

Become a Member
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Join – Value – Support
Your ongoing support is vital because programming revenue covers less than half of our costs. Your membership ensures that 171 Cedar Arts Center continues to thrive in Corning and the Southern Finger Lakes region—an area renowned for inclusive, nurturing arts communities. You will be helping to provide programs that encourage artistic self-expression, regardless of race, gender, age, or financial circumstances.
Whether you wish to fully immerse yourself in the arts or occasionally explore your creative side, 171 Cedar Arts Center is the place for you.



Become a Member
Individual & Family Membership Benefits
- Generous discounts on 171 classes, workshops, and camps
- Discounted performance tickets
- Discounted rates on facilities rentals
- E-news and advance notification of programs, performances, and events
- Voting privileges at 171 Cedar Arts Center’s Annual Membership Meeting to elect the Board of Directors
- Special events for Muse Circle Level Members

Magnify your membership!
Give to our 2022-2023 Annual Appeal and make a bigger impact with a generous donation, and, if possible, designate an employer’s matching gift to 171 Cedar Arts Center!
Partner
- Recognition in 171’s Annual Report
- Recognition on 171’s Website
- Early Access to exhibitions & select programing
- Recognition in event programs
- Recognition in the main lobby
- Private receptions and free admission to select events
- Annual Muse Circle reception and celebration
- Exclusive sponsor of exhibitions for one year
Patron
- Recognition in 171’s Annual Report
- Recognition on 171’s Website
- Early Access to exhibitions & select programing
- Recognition in event programs
- Recognition in the main lobby
- Private receptions and free admission to select events
- Annual Muse Circle reception and celebration
- Exclusive sponsor of exhibitions for one year
Protector
- Recognition in 171’s Annual Report
- Recognition on 171’s Website
- Early Access to exhibitions & select programing
- Recognition in event programs
- Recognition in the main lobby
- Private receptions and free admission to select events
- Annual Muse Circle reception and celebration
- Exclusive sponsor of exhibitions for one year
Join the Muse Circle!
171 Cedar Arts Center’s community giving circle recognizes those who donate $1000 or more annually or make a legacy gift to 171. Muse Circle members also enjoy the privilege of attending an annual Muse celebration, as well as private receptions and free admission to select events.
Advocate
- Recognition in 171’s Annual Report
- Recognition on 171’s Website
- Early Access to exhibitions & select programing
- Recognition in event programs
- Recognition in the main lobby
- Private receptions and free admission to select events
- Annual Muse Circle reception and celebration
- Exclusive sponsor of exhibitions for one year
Benefactor
- Recognition in 171’s Annual Report
- Recognition on 171’s Website
- Early Access to exhibitions & select programing
- Recognition in event programs
- Recognition in the main lobby
- Private receptions and free admission to select events
- Annual Muse Circle reception and celebration
- Exclusive sponsor of exhibitions for one year
Champion
- Recognition in 171’s Annual Report
- Recognition on 171’s Website
- Early Access to exhibitions & select programing
- Recognition in event programs
- Recognition in the main lobby
- Private receptions and free admission to select events
- Annual Muse Circle reception and celebration
- Exclusive sponsor of exhibitions for one year
Add to your Membership or make a stand alone donation. A membership is required for class and ticket saving benefits.

A Place for Everyone. A Place to Explore!
Every year, thousands of people of all ages and backgrounds explore the arts through classes, lessons, performances, recitals, exhibitions, and much more. We invite you to join us. Take classes in any artistic field. Wander through an exhibition in the Houghton Gallery. Enjoy a performance in the Studio Theater. With so many options, you can choose what really inspires you.
Click here to download and print a copy of the membership form to renew by mail.