The Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums is a select group of benefactors dedicated to the perpetuation, preservation & restoration of the vast collection of precious art contained in The Vatican. Since 1983, Patrons worldwide have generously conserved & restored precious works of art & artifacts of history, thus allowing future generations to be inspired by one of the world’s greatest collection of art and culture. The original Vatican Patrons were the Popes who commissioned artists and collected their works. Today there are 25 Chapters, Including the Asia Chapter with branches in Singapore, Hong Kong and The Philippines.As a Patron, you can enjoy the following benefits:
- Invitations to Chapter Trips to Rome and the Vatican or other Chapters’ organised userpay events, tours, and cruises.
- When in Rome, through arrangements made with PAVM, Patrons can enjoy complimentary private tours of the Vatican Museums with official Vatican Museum tourguide; No wait in line for entrance into the Museums, entrance is arranged before the Museum opens; Access to view areas of the Museums closed to the public and 30% discount on all Vatican Museum gift shop purchases.
- Regular Vatican Newsletters.