Benefits & Levels

The Ringling College Library Association evolved from the original 214-member Friends of the Ringling Art Library in 1975 to the over 1,800-member organization it is today. The Association is able to successfully support the growing collections at the Alfred R. Goldstein Library through the commitment of our community members who are dedicated to seeing that one of the country’s most remarkable art libraries will continue telling its story for years to come.

All Members receive the following benefits:

Alfred R. Goldstein Library Privileges
RCLA Members have check-out privileges from the research collection. Additionally, members have access to electronic subscription resources for research and the opportunity to view rare books and works from the Library’s Artists’ Book collection. Please note: due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, Ringling College is not accepting outside guests to visit the Goldstein Library. Only faculty, students, and staff are allowed on school grounds. To schedule a book pick-up, reach the circulation desk here: 941-359-7587

Continuing Studies and Special Programs (CSSP) at Ringling College of Art and Design
RCLA Members receive 10% off tuition for all programs offered.

Discounts on all “RCLA Presents…” events.
Opportunity to purchase TOWN HALL subscriptions during member only pre-sale.
Ability to purchase single tickets to TOWN HALL first, if and when available.
Receive 10% off at MADEBY Gallery

RCLA Membership Levels

Friend: $100 annually – Opportunity to purchase up to 2 subscriptions to TOWN HALL lectures during the member pre-sale. (Two weeks before the general public sale.)

Supporter: $250 annually – Opportunity to purchase up to 4 subscriptions to TOWN HALL lectures during member sale. (Two weeks before Friend membership levels have access to purchase.)

Patron: $500 annually – Access to purchase up to 6 subscriptions to TOWN HALL lectures second during member pre-sale (two weeks before Supporter and Friend membership levels have access to purchase). Priority seat selection for TOWN HALL Lecture Series, IF purchased during member pre-sale.

Lifetime: $2,500 one time – Access to purchase up to 8 subscriptions to TOWN HALL lectures first during the member pre-sale (two weeks before Patron, Supporter and Friend membership levels have access to purchase). Priority seat selection for TOWN HALL Lecture Series, IF purchased during member pre-sale.

The last day to become a new member or renew your existing membership is April 30, 2023. Attendees hoping to order TOWN HALL must wait for the public sale in July 2022.