What Does it Mean to be a Patron?
Support Local Artists. Strengthen the Somerville Arts Community.
The Somerville Art Fair (SAF) Patron Program is a way for art lovers, collectors, and community supporters to help sustain and grow one of Somerville’s most exciting creative events.
Your support helps us:
Provide opportunities for emerging and established artists
Produce unique art events and exhibitions in Somerville
Keep original artwork accessible to the community
Build a stronger creative culture across Greater Boston
As an SAF Patron, you’ll also receive exclusive perks, event benefits, and limited merchandise celebrating our mission: Art Within Reach.
Somerville Art Fair Patron Program
Community Patron
$25
Includes:
• Official SAF “Art Within Reach” Tote Bag
Perfect for supporters who want to champion local artists and celebrate Somerville’s creative spirit.
Collector Patron
$50
Includes:
• Official SAF “Art Within Reach” Tote Bag
• 1 Raffle Entry for the SAF Auction Raffle
The raffle will take place during our SAF Auction, where patrons can win prizes such as a $100 Blick gift card or a one-month membership to the Boston Figure Arts Center.
VIP Patron
$100
Includes:
• Official SAF “Art Within Reach” Tote Bag
• 2 Raffle Entries for the SAF Auction Raffle
• 1 VIP Ticket to the SAF Auction
In addition to the tote bag, and 2 tickets to the SAF Auction Raffle, VIP Patrons also receive a free ticket to our first ever SAT Auction on November 7th.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Your support goes directly toward making the Somerville Art Fair possible. Patron contributions help cover essential costs like installation equipment, display materials, marketing, and event production.
Most importantly, your support allows us to make sure artists get to keep 100% of the profits from their work.
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Tote bags can be picked up at any Somerville Art Fair event and we encourage patrons to grab theirs in person!
If you’re unable to attend an event, you can email us at johnlakov@sanidaddesign.com to arrange shipping.
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Raffle prizes currently include items like a $100 Blick Art Materials gift card and a one-month membership to the Boston Figure Arts Center, with the potential for additional prizes to be added.
Raffle entries are included with select patron tiers, and additional tickets can be purchased at any time by contacting us or at any SAF event—including our salons and the November Auction.
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You don’t need to do anything—your raffle entries are automatically assigned when you become a patron.
Winners will be announced at our November Auction Event and notified via email, so you’ll be included whether or not you’re able to attend in person.
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VIP patrons are automatically added to the guest list—just give your name at the door at the November Auction Event.
More event details will be shared soon via Eventbrite.
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Yes! Patron memberships can be gifted. Just be sure to share the recipient’s information with us—either in person at one of our events or by sending us a note via email—and we’ll take care of the rest.