Membership Benefits

The support of our membership community helps the Academy thrive. The benefits below are our way of saying thanks.

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• Unlimited Daytime Admission
  Enjoy free admission year-round* and enjoy access to everything under (and atop) our Living Roof—no advance reservations required.
   
• Weekly Member Hours
  Members have the Academy to themselves every Sunday (10-11 am) and Tuesday (8:30-9:30 am). 
   
• Invitations to exclusive events and programs
  From exclusive livestreams to exhibit previews, member talks, and programs, membership is so much more than free admission.

• Discounts on shopping, dining, and events​
  20% discount on VIP Tours, lectures, and NightLife
  10% or more discount on shopping, dining, Penguins+Pajamas sleepovers, and birthday parties

• Flexible payment options
  With a small deposit and monthly payments starting at just $6, our Annual Membership Subscription plan makes purchasing an Academy membership flexible and easy.
   
• ​​Tax deductibility
  All memberships under $350 are fully tax-deductible. $732.50 of Associate-level memberships is tax-deductible.

Family Plus, Associate, and Friends-level members have the opportunity to purchase additional caregiver cards for $50 per named caregiver. This is a great option for families with multiple caregivers. For more details, see the "Caregiver Card" section in the Membership FAQ.

^{*Please note: Community Value membership includes 220+ days of Academy admission every year. Learn more}