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      GenPEM

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      GenPEM Membership

      Get more out of your membership by joining GenPEM, our community of museum enthusiasts, artists and collectors! Gain access to innovative programming, special curator-led tours and pop-up events around Boston and the North Shore. 

      Why GenPEM?
      • Connect with your community through events on PEM's campus, around the North Shore and in Boston
      • Enjoy free, unlimited admission to PEM for a full year
      • Receive invitations and first access to tickets for GenPEM events, exhibition openings and workshops
      • Take advantage of 10% off at the Museum Shop and Atrium Café


      Please email alexandra_hoch@pem.org with questions.

      PEM is my go-to for unbound art exploration and is our touchstone for quality art experiences. I am so excited to see how this community-driven group steered by the tenacious Trevor Smith will further broaden creative adventures.
      — Caroline Cox
      GenPEM starts where a museum normally stops — engaging the community with makers, artists and local businesses through interesting events.
      — Alden Hawkins

      What we do

      Artist Talks and Tours
      Connect with artists and join our curators at pop-up events in new venues as we bring PEM outside our walls and share unique art experiences.

      Public Events 
      Be in the know about our innovative and transformative programs. From film screenings and wine tastings at the museum, to walking tours of Boston art celebrations and dynamic workshops, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy.

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      Past Events

      GenPEM Steering Committee

      The GenPEM Steering Committee members are dedicated to building bridges across our networks and communities. Your participation is crucial, so join us in growing GenPEM and engage with the best in creativity and collaboration. We also depend on the generosity of our participants to produce these events, and we invite you to consider donating to PEM’s Annual Fund or joining GenPEM.

      Erica Bibby
      Amy Brooks
      Caitlin Koury
      Alyssa Napoleon
      Lauren Reilly
      Emily Thomas
      Caroline Vokey
      Jason Williams
      Melissa Winter

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