The Society of Friends
of the National Army Museum

Reg Charity 234325

"The Friends’ importance to this Museum does not rest solely on their generous donations. To us, they represent a body of enthusiastic and loyal supporters who are able to act as the Museum’s ambassadors to the rest of the world, endorse and broadcast the work we do, and help us to generate more supporters like them. It is this support that will be invaluable to us as we move forward with our ambitious development plan." - Dr Alan Guy, Director, National Army Museum

Welcome

Welcome to the National Army Museum’s Friends pages. We are a society run for and by people who choose to demonstrate their support for the purpose and work of the National Army Museum. Every year our funds are used to help the Museum purchase objects that generate a wider interest in and understanding of the British Army and its relevance to the world that we live in today.

There has never been a more exciting time to become involved with the National Army Museum Friends. The Museum has embarked upon an ambitious programme of development that will see its galleries transformed. We need you to help us achieve our vision.

With your help the Friends will help the National Army Museum treasure the heritage of the British Army and the values that soldiers have fought and died for.

We aim to:

  • increase awareness and appreciation of the National Army Museum
  • raise funds to help the Museum purchase important artefacts

Why should you join?

Members enjoy:

  • Saving our heritage
  • Regular newsletters
  • Exclusive Friends exhibition previews
  • Social learning events and activities
  • Overseas visits and tours
  • 10% discount in the Museum Shop and Café
  • Discounts on celebrity lectures, study days and conferences
  • A yearly AGM at the Museum with celebrity lecture and lunch
  • Demonstrating their support for the Museum and helping in its work

How much does it cost?

Friends pay an annual or a life membership subscription, listed below. Many members chose to pay more than the minimum subscription, which enables us to contribute still more to the Museum.

Individual (UK addresses) £20.00
Individual (non-UK addresses) £25.00
Regimental Associations £25.00
Corporate £125.00
Life Membership (60 years +) £250.00
Life Membership (under 60 years) £400.00

The membership year is January to December. If you join before 1st September in any year, your next annual subscription will fall due on 1st January of the following year.

If you join on or after 1st September in any year, your next annual subscription will not be due until 1st January of the year after next.

Download the SOFNAM leaflet

How do I join?

Please download Friends application and standing order forms here and return them to Honorary Treasurer, The Society of Friends, National Army Museum, Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London SW3 4HT.

Enquiries

Contact us at friends@national-army-museum.ac.uk or call Anne-Marie Craven, SOFNAM Secretary on 020 7935 4236.