The East India Marine Associates (EIMA) of the Peabody Essex Museum represent the key benefactors of the museum’s annual giving program. EIMA members contribute $2,500 or more per year in funds that support the museum’s core curatorial, educational, outreach, exhibition, and public service activities.

In appreciation, EIMA members are invited to participate in an exclusive program designed to bring them closer to the heart of the museum, including its collections and staff. As a member of EIMA, you are invited to members-only previews and events and a private docent tour for you and your family plus four guests. In addition, you receive free admission for two adults and four guests to the museum for one year; free admission to the Phillips Library during public hours; 10% discounts in the Museum Shop, Atrium Café and Garden Restaurant; a complimentary subscription to Connections, PEM’s award-winning members’ magazine; reduced rates for programs; timely e-mail communications; complimentary admission to selected Maritime and National Arts museums across the country; and one Individual-level gift membership.

Levels of Participation

Founder’s Circle
Members of the Founder’s have the opportunity to host a private cocktail party at the museum for a group of 20 friends, which may include the Director, Curators or Senior Staff. Members are also invited to participate in the programs described below. Founder’s Circle members contribute $50,000 or more annually.

Chairman’s Circle
Members of the Chairman’s Circle have the opportunity to be listed as individual sponsors of one exhibition of their choice annually. Members are also invited to participate in the programs of the Circle described below. Chairman’s Circle members contribute $25,000 to $49,999 annually.

President’s Circle
The annual President’s Circle exclusive event is a special experience outside the museum. Members are also invited to participate in the programs of the Circles described below. President’s Circle members contribute $10,000 to $24,999 annually.

Director’s Circle
The annual Director’s Circle dinner features a nationally or internationally distinguished speaker on art or other museum-related topics. Members are also invited to participate in the programs of the Circles described below. Director’s Circle members contribute $5,000 to $9,999 annually.

Curators’ Circle
The annual Curators’ Circle dinner party highlights a part of the museum’s distinguished permanent collection with programs and tours led by the Executive Director and curators. Members are also invited to cocktail receptions, many of which include private previews of special exhibitions and behind-the-scenes tours. Curators’ Circle members contribute $2,500 to $4,999 annually.

Join or Renew Your EIMA Membership Today!

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Make your check payable to Peabody Essex Museum and mail to:

Peabody Essex Museum
East India Marine Associates
East India Square
Salem, MA 01970

For more information about the East India Marine Associates program, please contact Lisa Zopatti at 978 745-9500, ext. 3134 or by email.

Donors Rights

In keeping with the standards of the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Donor Bill of Rights, PEM gives all donors the opportunity to delete their names from mailing lists that PEM may intend to share. If you wish to remove your name from such lists, please contact the Development department at (978) 745-9500 ext. 3134.