Join Docomomo US/Northern California

Preserve, discover & celebrate Modernism in Northern California

why become a member?

  • Be a voice for preservation
    Your membership helps document and conserve Modern buildings, sites, and neighborhoods in Northern California.

  • Access exclusive experiences
    Join members-only walking and house tours, talks, and events that connect you deeply with the region’s Modern heritage. Members also receive early access and discounts to our public events.

  • Connect with a vibrant community
    Join a passionate collective of architects, historians, students, and modernism lovers.

What Your Membership Supports

  • Local advocacy & action
    One-third of our operating budget comes from members. Your membership helps us speak up for threatened sites and champion conservation planning regionwide.

  • Education & public engagement
    Our robust calendar, from walking tours, lectures, newsletters, and student grants, remains accessible thanks to member support.

  • Regional & National Impact
    By choosing “Northern California” as your chapter, part of your membership fee funds local operations, while supporting national and international Docomomo/US initiatives.

Docomomo/US Membership Perks

  • Priority access & discounts on Chapter and national tours, lectures, and events

  • Subscription to Docomomo US monthly newsletter

  • Reciprocal tours across the US via Explore Modern House Partnership

  • Special offers such as 25% off at Design Within Reach

By choosing “Northern California” as your chapter when joining, you will also receive: 

  • Two complimentary tickets to a Chapter event(s) of your choice (valid per annual membership) 

  • Early access and discounted Docomomo US/Northern California Chapter event tickets 

  • Access to member-only events, such as exclusive house tours and networking events

Ready to join?

Step 1: Visit the Docomomo US membership page and select your tier.

Step 2: Select “Northern California” as your Chapter.

Step 3: Enjoy member-only access, influence advocacy, and celebrate modernism in Northern California!

How to Maximize Your Impact

  • Tax Deductions: All membership fees are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. 

  • Corporate Donation Matching: To double your donation, ask your employer about corporate employee match programs through Benevity.

  • Stock Donations: Docomomo US/NOCA also accepts donations of stocks and securities. 

Contact us at admin@docomomo-noca.org for more information. 

Students and Emerging Professionals Qualify for Free Membership 

Docomomo US/NOCA now offers a one-year complimentary membership for students and emerging professionals to help further your interest in Modernism and advance your goals and work. 

Who is eligible? 

This membership is open to 

  • Current undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students enrolled in established institutions of higher learning

  • Emerging professionals who have graduated within the past three years

  • Candidates residing in the Northern California / San Francisco Bay Area region during the membership period 

How to apply

  • Please email admin@docomomo-noca.org with a copy of your current or last registration document, student ID or other credential that verifies current enrollment or graduation within the last three years.