Friends of the First Amendment Society

The Friends of the First Amendment Society is the Newseum’s premier giving society for donors who contribute $1,000 or more each year.  See a list of members here.

Click here to join online now.

Friends members are invited to the behind-the-scenes experience of "This Week with George Stephanopoulos."

(Annual Membership; $768  is tax-deductible)

•     Unlimited free admission to the Newseum for you and up to three guests who accompany you

•     Unlimited free admission to Be a TV Reporter for you and up to three guests who accompany you     

•     Invitation for two to a reception hosted by a Newseum director or curator

•     Invitation for two to one special event or member preview

•     Invitation for eight to behind-the-scenes experience of "This Week with George Stephanopoulos"

•     Invitation for eight to weekday tour (personalized for your interests and time)

•     Four general-admission guest passes

•     Priority seating at Newseum programs

•     Two personalized Friends of the First Amendment Society membership cards

•     Recognition in the Newseum’s annual report and on the Web site

•     First Amendment keepsake box

•     10% discount in Newseum stores

•     Personalized service through the society’s direct phone line

$10,000+ payable over four years ($9,072 is tax-deductible)
All benefits above for four years, plus:

•     Named seat in one of the Newseum’s high-profile theaters

For a limited time, donors who give $10,000 or more will be recognized on a seat in one of the Newseum’s high-profile theaters. Or, the Newseum will name a seat in honor or memory of a colleague, friend or family member. Donors at this level automatically become members of the Friends of the First Amendment Society and enjoy those benefits for four years. 

Join now by mailing this form.

For more information, or to join over the phone, contact Emily Nicholson, Manager/Major Gifts, at 888-NEWSEUM (888/639-7386) or e-mail development@newseum.org.