Young Ambassadors
The National Gallery’s young patrons programme
Become a Young Ambassador
Step into the story of art
The Young Ambassadors is the National Gallery’s young patrons programme for those aged 20 to 45 who are united in their desire to support the Gallery. As part of an inspiring community, they enjoy access to our collection and experts.
Named after Holbein’s iconic The Ambassadors, our young patrons form a vibrant community of art lovers with a shared commitment to creativity and impact. As a Young Ambassador, your support helps the National Gallery stage world-class exhibitions, conserve great paintings and inspire future generations.
In addition to unlimited exhibition access and use of our elegant Supporters’ House, Young Ambassadors enjoy an annual programme of exclusive events. Throughout the year, these include exhibition openings, private views, curator-led tours, after-hours classes and visits outside the Gallery, such as artist studio tours and day trips to discover UK cities and collections.
Image above: Young Ambassador Co-Chairs Monica Irani, Alma Zevi and Chloe Stead with The Ambassadors (1533) by Hans Holbein the Younger
Benefits and events
- Unlimited exhibition access for you and a guest
- Opening night receptions for major exhibitions, with a guest
- Curator-led tours and out-of-hours private views
- Unexpected View, the Gallery’s signature October event, featuring leading contemporary artist speakers
- Annual Patrons’ Open House, with a guest
- Supporters’ House access, with lounge, bar, and restaurant privileges for you and up to four guests
- Studio and collection visits around London and the UK
- A monthly Young Ambassadors newsletter, featuring insider updates from around the Gallery
- Recognition of your support in the National Gallery Annual Review
Join our patrons community
Your annual contribution of £1,200 provides vital unrestricted funding for the Gallery’s mission: bringing people and paintings together. We rely on donations from patrons to continue our work exhibiting, researching and conserving the nation’s collection of paintings. In return, you’ll enjoy a year of extraordinary access, unforgettable events and the knowledge that you’re helping shape the future of one of the world’s greatest galleries.
If you are interested in joining, please see the Young Ambassadors Brochure for details on how to make the membership donation of £1,200, then register using one of the following methods:
Register online as a Young Ambassador and pay your membership donation via credit card.
To pay via BACS or another method, or find out more, please contact our Young Ambassadors Manager, Emily Redfield Chaplin at [email protected]