William King Society

The William King Society is your all-access pass to William King Museum of Art. In addition to regular membership benefits, you will enjoy special Society-only events, including special receptions for our exhibits and other exclusive opportunities.

William King’s legacy was one of giving. This Irish immigrant’s generosity allowed for the construction of a school on the site that WKMA now calls home. Your membership in the William King Society is more than an investment in the museum and its role in Abingdon’s vibrant arts community. It is a continuation of the proud legacy begun by William King centuries ago.

William King Society: Our Standard Bearers of Support

William King Museum of Art is about to reach its full potential as a major regional asset. Education and Exhibitions are growing and thriving, spring 2026 will see the installation of the Worrell Collection of Wildlife Art and completion of the beautiful new wing for it, and the museum’s twenty-acre campus will open as a community park celebrating the intersection of art and nature.

WKMA is truly on the verge of something wonderful. As a nationally accredited museum dedicated to free admission and school programs being free to each child, operating expenses are funded in large part by the generosity of donors like the William King Society, our

William King Society members make an annual gift of $1,200 or more.

For more information or to join the William King Society, contact cpowers@wkmuseum.org or (276) 628-5005 ext. 111.

William King Society Benefits

$ 1200 Per Year
  • Behind the Scenes with the Curators
  • Annual President’s Reception for the William King Society
  • Tours Out excursions to other museums and sites
  • Invitations to all Preview Receptions for new exhibitions
  • Early registration for WKMA classes
  • Two free passes to Mistletoe Market
  • Free admission to the VMFA and other NARM*-affiliated museums

*North American Reciprocal Museum Association

President's Circle

$ 10,000 Per Year
  • Enjoy the same benefits as the William King Society with additional recognition as being a top-tier donor of William King Museum of Art.

*North American Reciprocal Museum Association

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The Interior: The Photography of Liam Besneatte-Cullinane
Medieval To Metal: The Art & Evolution Of The Guitar