Navigators Circle

SBMM’s Navigators Circle is a distinguished group of philanthropic individuals, organizations, businesses, foundations, and civic leaders working together to support SBMM. A contribution of $1,000 or more, provides access to exclusive, uniquely curated experiences on both land and sea.

Navigators Circle logo of a gold compass on a blue circle.

Become a member of the Navigators Circle by making a contribution in one of eight membership levels:

  • Mark V  $100,000 or more
  • Admiral  $50,000 to $99,999
  • Ranger   $25,000 to $49,999
  • Ironsides  $10,000 - $24,999
  • Tomol   $5,000 - $9,999
  • Islands  $2,500 - $4,999
  • Marina   $1,500 - $2,499
  • Explorer  $1,000 - $1,499

All Membership Levels Receive:

  • Free museum rental for private events including the option to utilize the fourth floor, front patio, and Munger Theater.
  • Invitations to attend exclusive, unique educational events and appreciation receptions.
    Free admission for family and friends to the museum’s monthly lectures and select film screenings.
  • Ten free guest passes and a one-year family (Crew) membership to the museum.
  • An annual membership to Sea History magazine and the Council of American Maritime Museums.
  • Reciprocal admission privileges to more than 100 maritime museums in the United States, Canada, and Bermuda.
  • Name(s) on special Navigators Circle tribute wall prominently displayed inside the museum.
  • Listing as Navigators Circle members in SBMM’s  annual report.

 

Navigators Circle members joining at $10,000 and above will have their names inscribed on a plaque placed under the Point Conception Lighthouse First Order Fresnel Lens.

For questions about your Navigators Circle membership, please contact SBMM Executive Director Greg Gorga at ggorga@sbmm.org or call (805) 456-8742.