Become a part of the Djerassi experience, get involved in the art of our time, and help us give the gift of time to artists from all over the world by becoming a Member of the Djerassi Resident Artists Program.

Your Membership contribution will support the Program's artistic and educational programs and provide you increased access to a unique environment that fosters creativity and collegial fellowship.

Djerassi Members receive a variety of special benefits, including the Members-only Picnic, priority registration for Sculpture Tours, and free or reduced admission to Djerassi Program events.

As a Member of the Djerassi Program you will help provide the gift of time to talented artists in a stunning natural landscape where they can accelerate the creative process, nurture their inspiration and break new ground unfettered from the distractions of everyday life. The Program provides each artist – free of charge – a private studio, living quarters, all meals, local transportation and administrative support.

Now in its 30th year and recognized as one of the world’s eminent artist residency programs, the Djerassi Program has provided residencies to nearly 2,000 performing, literary, and visual artists, who have come from 42 American states and 35 foreign countries.

Be a part of this unique institution and become a Member today! 

*All Membership Levels are for one full year from time of enrollment.

$100  ARTISTS’ CIRCLE  (Individual) (fully tax-deductible)

• Invitation to Members-only annual picnic        
• 15% discount on Program merchandise
• Receive newsletter and invitations to Sunday Salons, Open House, and Lectures 
• Receive email alerts and news updates   
• Listing in newsletter   

$250  INSPIRATION CIRCLE ($225 tax-deductible)

All benefits of Artists’ Circle PLUS:

• Priority registration for Sculpture Tours: 3 days prior to public 
• Listing on Donor Wall in Artists’ Barn                                   
• Mailed invitation to ARTFUL HARVEST benefit gala             
• Discounted tickets (20%) to Program events (ARTFUL HARVEST excluded) 

$500  VIRTUOSO’S CIRCLE ($425 tax-deductible)

All benefits of Inspiration Circle PLUS:

• Complimentary admission to one Sunday Salon for two            
• Complimentary admission to annual Open House for two         
• One Gift Membership in Artist’s Circle                 
• One T-Shirt or Tote Bag 

$1000  DIRECTOR’S  CIRCLE  ($860 tax-deductible)

All benefits of Virtuoso’s Circle PLUS:

• Complimentary admission to two Sunday Salons for two
• Complimentary admission to annual Open House for four                   
• Invitation to members-only events: visit private collections,
    concerts, literary readings, gallery events.           
• One copy of Eighteen Days in June by Robert Buelteman

$2,500 VISIONARY CIRCLE ($2,230 tax-deductible)

All benefits of Director’s Circle PLUS:

• Complimentary admission to two Sunday Salons for four        
• Complimentary admission to annual Open House for six         
• One Artist’s Page (archival reproduction)   

$5,000 FELLOWSHIP CIRCLE ($4,700 tax-deductible)

All benefits of Visionary Circle PLUS:

• One named Fellowship in support of one artist’s residency
• Dinner with the artists prepared by Program chef at the Artists’ House 

$10,000 and above  FOUNDER’S CIRCLE ($9,200 is tax-deductible)

All benefits of Fellowship Circle PLUS:

• One additional named Fellowship in support of a total of 2 artists’ residencies
• Private Director’s Tour for up to 8 guests with lunch
• Use of Ranch property for one private event (restrictions apply)                                     

ALUMNI CIRCLE

All artist alumni are lifetime members of the Artists’ Circle and receive:  

• Discounted fee (50%) for Inspiration and Virtuoso Membership levels
• Eligible to attend Winter Residency
• Year-round access to the ranch property (with advance notice to Program)
• Complimentary admission to Open House/Open Studios 

NOTE: To make a multi-year donation, please call the Development Director at (650) 747-1250.

Tax deductibility levels are estimated based on anticipated fair market value of the items at each Circle Level. Fair market value may vary depending on number of programs attended and actual discounts taken on events. Please consult your personal tax advisor.

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the Djerassi Resident Artists Program.

“Walk in the Wild” Sculpture Tours
Tours of the property and site-specific sculpture collection. 

Open House / Open Studios
Artists’ open studios, live music and dance performances, literary readings. 

Members-only Annual Picnic
A lively annual event held on the Program’s ranch property.

Sunday Salons
Eclectic series of programs in unique venues throughout the Bay Area. 

Artful Harvest
Annual benefit gala includes gourmet Harvest Supper, entertainment and a silent auction.