Become a Member

Get a year of more playtime. More perks. More memories. More often.
And save more, too! 

Choose membership from the start, or apply your ticket cost toward a membership within two weeks of purchase. After two visits, membership can pay for itself. It’s a great value! 

Members get a year of unlimited visits to our outdoor Riley Children's Health Sports Legends Experience®—and to our five floors indoors. We have permanent exhibits like Dinosphere®, as well as always-changing exhibits. See the current exhibit lineup. 

Whether you choose a Basic, basic +2, or Donor Membership, members get these exclusive benefits:

• Member Previews—a sneak peek of new exhibits before the public 
• Member Morning Weekends—an hour of early access to the museum before it opens (first combined Saturday and Sunday of the month)
• Insider news—including Extra! magazine and member emails 

And members SAVE MORE: 

• FREE Carousel rides
• 20% discount on family programs
• 10% discount on general guest admission tickets and Haunted House tickets
• 10% discount in The Museum Store
• 10% discount on birthday party packages
• Occasional member discounts in weekly eNews for local sports and entertainment 

To make sure you enjoy non-stop fun, your membership will be automatically renewed each year at a savings of up to $25 annually. You will have an opportunity to opt-out from your shopping cart. 

Basic Membership—$225

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A Family Membership includes benefits for up to two adults sharing the same household and all unmarried children under age 21. A Grandparent Membership includes benefits above for up to two adults sharing the same household and all unmarried grandchildren under age 21.

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Basic Membership +2 Guests—$260

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Includes benefits above, plus you can bring any two guests any time you visit (cardholder must accompany guests).

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Individual Membership +1 Guest—$175

An Individual Membership includes benefits above for one adult plus any one guest any time you visit (cardholder must accompany guest). 

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Donor Memberships

Choose a contributing membership that allows us to provide world-class experiences for all. Your tax-deductible gift of at least $40 to The Children’s Museum Fund ensures that all children, regardless of family income, can experience the museum.  

Donors support the museum, enjoy all the membership benefits above, and receive these additional perks:

• FREE stroller and wagon rental
• 10% discount in the Food Court
• Caregiver card for a designated caregiver
• Invitations to special tours 

Select our new Easy Pay option—a cost-effective way to become a donor. Split your purchase into three easy payments, while enjoying the benefits of membership right away! 

Discovery Builder Membership—$300

Help us create transformative experiences and memories. Includes all the benefits above of a basic +2 membership, plus the donor perks above.  

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Explorer Club Membership—$500

Help us spark curiosity for life with our ever-changing experiences and 120,000 rare artifacts. Includes all the benefits above of a basic +2 membership, plus the donor perks above, plus two single-use guest passes and invitations to the Collections Tour series. 

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Innovator Membership—$750

Help us make an impact with profound experiences that change lives. Includes all the benefits above of a Basic +2 Membership, plus the donor perks above, plus all Explorer Club perks, plus two free Haunted House tickets. 

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Unless you opt out in your shopping cart, we will automatically renew your membership using the applicable membership rate in effect at the time. Your credit/debit card used for purchase will be charged upon expiration for the following year’s membership. If a renewal payment fails for any reason, you will be unsubscribed from the program and benefits. You may choose to opt out at any time, but please notify us of cancellation at least 45 days before your membership expires.

Gift a Membership

Choosing the perfect present for your loved ones is tricky business. Gift a membership—the rare gift that lasts all year! Our members can come any time to discover more of our outdoor sports park and indoor exhibits. Buy today!