Enjoy Being part of a community of readers and writers

Membership contributions help the Loft support the artistic development of writers, foster a writing community, and build an audience for literature.

In gratitude for your support and to better connect you with your literary community, the Loft offers members the following benefits:

Level: $1-59

• Free or reduced admission to all Loft events at Open Book
• Early class registration
• Priority access to purchase tickets to special literary events
• Access to writers' studios and the Book Club Room
• Reciprocal membership deals with other arts organizations and discounts at retailers in the Twin Cities
• The knowledge you support an entire community of writers

Level: $60-149 (or $5-14/month sustaining membership)

• Tuition discount on classes and conferences
• All the benefits listed above for everyone who lives under your roof
• Hearty huzzahs!

Level: $150-499 ($15-39/month)

• All the benefits listed above
• A special thank you note from a Loft board member
• Abundant appreciation!

Level: $500-999 ($40-79/month)

• All the benefits listed above
• A personalized haiku
• Gratitude galore!

Level: $1,000-7,499 ($80-624/month)

• All the benefits listed above
• Reserved seats and free admission to all Loft readings at Open Book (call to reserve)
• A behind-the-scenes tour of Open Book for you and your friends (call to reserve)
• A thousand thank-yous!

Level: $7,500 and above ($625+/month)

• All the benefits listed above
• Invitations to exclusive receptions with visiting or featured writers
• An invitation to lunch with the Loft's executive director
• Countless accolades!

Thank you for supporting the Loft. Should you have any comments or questions regarding these changes and how they might affect you, please contact Tanner Curl, deputy director of development, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 612-215-2597.