Become a Patron of IWM

Help us tell the stories that matter

Our Patrons are a community from across the world who share a passion for history and its relevance today. By joining them, you’ll help keep the stories within IWM's collection alive—ensuring they continue to inspire and inform future generations.

To discover the difference your support can make, please contact Imogen Arcangeli, Head of Individual Giving, at [email protected].

Our Patrons

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Unknown: "We support the Imperial War Museum specifically because of IWM Duxford. It's such a thrilling place to visit. A place where you can learn about aviation history, where you can learn about the machines and about the people behind those thrilling machines."

Jeff Boyling: "I'm Jeff Boyling, and my wife Elizabeth and I are patrons of the Imperial War Museum. We both had parents serving in the Second World War, and in my case, I had great uncles in the First World War. And as a result, we're both mindful of the freedoms that we enjoy as a result of the commitment and sacrifice, that generation and the previous generation made. As a result, we believe strongly in supporting the Imperial War Museum, particularly with the educational activities that they undertake, educating children about the difficulties associated with conflict and the problems that it creates. So please support the Imperial War Museum, help it continue the education so that we reduce further wars."

Unknown: "Being a patron of the Imperial War Museum is both a privilege, and it's also great fun. And I highly recommend it. Being able to come to the various sites, including Duxford and the London Museum itself, as well as invitations to some of the special events and quite often behind the scenes tours, makes things really interesting. As a patron, we learn about the history, the war and various exhibitions that are so well put together. I do highly recommend it and I do thoroughly enjoy it. As an individual patron."

Our Patrons' philanthropic support allows us to engage and present our vast collections to over 2.4 million visitors each year.

This is made possible through our permanent galleries, thought-provoking exhibitions, digital offerings, IWM Institute and a year long calendar of events and learning programmes designed to offer opportunities to explore, discuss and debate the causes of war and its impact on people’s lives.

In this video, hear from some of IWM's existing Patrons and discover why they have chosen to support us.

Levels of support

There are multiple circles of patronage to choose from, each unlocking unique benefits and bespoke opportunities.

Exhibitions Circle

Patronage starts at £1,500 - £2,499 per annum (benefits £491, suggested donation £1,009).
Benefits include:
Be the first to see our exhibitions at exclusive previews.
Join us for exclusive events with access to IWM collections and curators.
Enjoy IWM annual membership.
Unlimited free entry with a guest to all IWM ticketed sites and exhibitions.
Stay up to date with Radar Magazine, our exclusive Patrons newsletter.
Learning Circle

Patronage starts at £2,500 - £4,499 per annum (benefits £746, suggested donation £1,754).
Includes all Exhibitions Circle benefits, plus:
Annual reception and workshop with one of our Heads of Public Engagement and Learning.
Opportunity to observe IWM learning sessions (upon request).
Two tickets to IWM Duxford Air Show annually.
An annual IWM publication signed by the author.
Conservation Circle

Patronage starts at £5,000 - £9,999 per annum (benefits £896, suggested donation £4,104).
Includes all Learning Circle benefits, plus:
Access to a behind the scenes private tour with 2 guests led by one of our Conservators.
Curatorial Circle

Patronage starts at £10,000 - £19,999 per annum (benefits £1,146, suggested donation £8,854).
Includes all Exhibitions Circle benefits, plus:
An annual bespoke tour and reception with IWM Curators, exclusive to Curators Circle Members.
An annual IWM publication signed by the author.
Four tickets to IWM Duxford Air Show annually.
Invitation to Learning and Engagement annual workshops.
Invitations to private drinks reception hosted by IWM Executive Team at IWM Institute events.
IWM Chairman's Circle

Annual support opportunities start at £15,000.
A unique opportunity to develop your own bespoke year-long relationship with IWM, including exclusive access to our team of IWM curators, through private tours and curated programs based on your specific interests.
In addition to Patron Curatorial Circle benefits, a series of exclusive dinner events will be launching for the Chairman's Circle in 2026.
IWM Duxford Circle

Annual support opportunities start at £10,000.
Our IWM Duxford Circle supporters play a crucial role in the transformation of IWM Duxford. Our ambitions for IWM Duxford match the unique importance of this site:
Creating dynamic visitor experiences with live interpretation, digital displays, and object handling.
Conserving heritage such as Victor XH648, WWI hangars, and the WWII Control Tower.
Bringing history to life through silhouettes of those who served at Duxford from 1917–1961.
Delivering Interactive learning on science and engineering in Hangar 5.
IWM North Giving Circle

Annual support opportunities range from £250 - £1,000 with exclusive benefits and access to our work at our IWM North museum.
IWM North in Manchester is entering an exciting new chapter, to ensure that our collection of over 33.6 million items remain accessible and relevant to contemporary realities.
Your invaluable support will enable us to create compelling exhibitions, conserve essential collections, enhance the site's sustainability, and inspire future generations.
Contact us

To learn more about becoming a Patron or joining one of our Giving Circles please contact Imogen Arcangeli, Head of Individual Giving, at [email protected] / +44 (0)20 7416 5412.

As a Patron, you can choose to receive regular updates, including e-newsletters and RADAR, our biannual printed magazine. Inside, you’ll find exclusive articles from experts across all five IWM sites, with insights into upcoming exhibitions, exciting projects, and a calendar of special events for supporters.