Sonja Henie (1912–1969) and Niels Onstad (1909–1978) met in the USA in 1955. Their shared passion for art was captured in Onstad's statement: “'I prefer tomorrow's art”. This forward-looking attitude became the guiding principle for their collections and the driving force behind the establishment of the museum.

As a Patron, you will have access to a range of exclusive benefits that will strengthen your connection to the Henie Onstad Art Center. You will meet artists, collectors, and curators as well as other art enthusiasts, and participate in tailor-made international themed trips to learn more about art and collecting.

As a patron, you will also have access to a range of exciting activities, such as private tours at Henie Onstad, other art museums and galleries, as well as visits to private collectors and artists' studios.

To join the program, an annual donation from 30,000 NOK is required. For members under the age of 40, the donation starts at 15,000 NOK.

The donations go to acquire new works to the collection. All acquisitions are considered by Henie Onstad's art department and acquisition committee, and through ICOM's code of ethics.

If you wish to join the Henie Onstad Patrons Programme, please download the registration form and forward the document to patrons@hok.no or contact us via email or phone (details are provided further down the page).