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Become a Member

Your membership support creates world-class exhibits and helps sustain programs beyond the museum walls.

From conservation efforts to science education access, members make so much possible — all year long!

Membership Levels

What a deal — membership pays for itself in less than two visits!

Explorer Membership Level Icon of a stream with a mounting and the sun.

Explorer $115

  • Two named members OR one member + one free guest

  • Parking discount during museum hours

  • $3 off guest passes

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Explorer Membership Level Icon of a stream with a mounting and the sun.

Explorer+ $179

  • Two members + dependents/grandchildren under 21

  • Special programs and experiences discount

  • Parking discount during museum hours

  • $3 off guest passes

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Innovator Membership Level Icon of a drawing compass.

Innovator $300

  • Two members + dependents/grandchildren under 21

  • Free parking during museum hours

  • Two free guest passes with each visit

  • Special programs and experiences discount

  • Discount on food and drinks

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Innovator Membership Level Icon of a drawing compass.

Innovator+ $500

  • Two members + dependents/grandchildren under 21

  • Free parking during museum hours

  • Four free guest passes with each visit

  • Special programs and experiences discount

  • Discount on food and drinks

  • Complimentary Caregiver membership

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Curator Membership Level Icon of a microscope

Curator $1,000

  • Two members + dependents/grandchildren under 21

  • Free parking during museum hours

  • Four free guest passes with each visit

  • Special programs and experiences discount

  • Discount on food and drinks

  • Complimentary Caregiver membership

  • Personalized behind-the-scenes experiences and access

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Discovery Circle Membership Level with an icon of a hot air balloon.

Discovery Circle $2,500+

  • Two members + dependents/grandchildren under 21

  • Free parking — always!

  • Six free guest passes with each visit

  • Special programs and experiences discount

  • Discount on food and drinks

  • Complimentary Caregiver membership

  • Personalized behind-the-scenes experiences and access

  • Free Explorer+ membership to gift

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What comes with every membership?

Learn more about these benefits, and how your membership dollars make a difference, below.

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Free Admission

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Member-Only Hours

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Exclusive Access & Events

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Discounts

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Access to museums around the world

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And so much more!

*Membership benefits are subject to change.