Basic Membership
Pays for itself in less than two visits!
Dual
If two adults are named, no other adults may receive member benefits.
OR
One adult and one free guest
Named adult must be present with guest.
See full list of benefitsDual Membership Benefits
All Dual members receive the following benefits:
- Museum admission for all members
- One Omnitheater admission for all regularly scheduled films for each member each time you visit
- Free advance reservations online or by calling (651) 221-9444
- Discounted parking rates
- 10% discount in the Explore Store
- Free exhibit admission to over 350 museums around the world
- Subscription to member emails
- Priority registration for youth camps and classes
- Discounts on youth camp, classes, and birthday parties
Benefits are not refundable or transferable. If two adults are named, no other adults may receive member benefits. If only one adult is named, that adult must be present in order for guest to receive member benefits. View full member policies
Qualifications & DetailsLimited Income
To qualify: You must be at least 18 and enrolled in one or more of the following: TANF, MFIP, WIC, General Assistance, Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Benefits, Food Stamps, Section 8, or Free/Reduced Price School Meals.
To apply in person: Present your photo ID and one of the following documents at the museum box office:
- EBT card
- Medical assistance card (includes MinnesotaCare)
- Section 8 document
- WIC folder
- Supplemental Security Income verification
- Social Security Disability Benefits verification
- Free/reduced school meal approval
- RCA card (Refugee Cash Assistance)
- General Assistance verification
To apply by mail: Download a Great Membership application here. Mail the application, along with payment and a paper copy of one of the documents listed above, to:
Membership Department
Science Museum of Minnesota
120 W. Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Qualifications & DetailsTeachers
Who is eligible for the teacher discount?
Permanent K-12 teachers, K-12 principals and deans, and homeschooling educators who are registered with the state.
What proof do I need to show?
One of the following forms of proof is required:
- Teachers, principals, or deans must show a valid staff badge or pay stub
- Homeschool parents must provide a copy of the Compulsory Instruction Report or Letter of Intent they filed with the state for the current year
- Call (651) 221-9409 or email member@smm.orgto ask about other qualifying documents
- Proof of eligibility is required every year if you’d like to renew your membership with the teacher discount.
How do I apply?
Download the Teacher Membership application here.
Qualifications & DetailsNannies & PCAs
Nannies, childcare workers, and personal care attendants
Members may sign up for a nanny card that allows discounted admission when a nanny accompanies members’ children to the museum. Call (651) 221-9409 or email member@smm.org to receive a nanny card. Admission is free for working PCAs when they’re visiting with a client.
Qualifications & DetailsTicket Trade-In
Tickets = Membership! Come visit again and again. Did you know your recent ticket purchase may qualify towards a membership?
Tickets purchased for General Admission, Omnitheater and Combo tickets can be applied toward membership. Credit cannot exceed the cost of Membership and refunds are not issued. Offer valid up to two weeks following your visit.
Call us at 651-221-9444 and ask about the Ticket Trade-In Program.
Don’t wait - Join Today and start enjoying all the benefits of Membership!
Household
If two adults are named, no other adults may receive member benefits.
AND
Children or grandchildren
See full list of benefitsHousehold Membership Benefits
All Household members receive the following benefits:
- Museum admission for all members
- One Omnitheater admission for all regularly scheduled films for each member each time you visit
- Free advance reservations online or by calling (651) 221-9444
- Discounted parking rates
- 10% discount in the Explore Store
- Free exhibit admission to over 350 museums around the world
- Subscription to member emails
- Priority registration for youth camps and classes
- Discounts on youth camp, classes, and birthday parties
Benefits are not refundable or transferable. If two adults are named, no other adults may receive member benefits. If only one adult is named, that adult must be present in order for guest to receive member benefits. View full member policies
Qualifications & DetailsLimited Income
To qualify: You must be at least 18 and enrolled in one or more of the following: TANF, MFIP, WIC, General Assistance, Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Benefits, Food Stamps, Section 8, or Free/Reduced Price School Meals.
To apply in person: Present your photo ID and one of the following documents at the museum box office:
- EBT card
- Medical assistance card (includes MinnesotaCare)
- Section 8 document
- WIC folder
- Supplemental Security Income verification
- Social Security Disability Benefits verification
- Free/reduced school meal approval
- RCA card (Refugee Cash Assistance)
- General Assistance verification
To apply by mail: Download a Great Membership application here. Mail the application, along with payment and a paper copy of one of the documents listed above, to:
Membership Department
Science Museum of Minnesota
120 W. Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Qualifications & DetailsTeachers
Who is eligible for the teacher discount?
Permanent K-12 teachers, K-12 principals and deans, and homeschooling educators who are registered with the state.
What proof do I need to show?
One of the following forms of proof is required:
- Teachers, principals, or deans must show a valid staff badge or pay stub
- Homeschool parents must provide a copy of the Compulsory Instruction Report or Letter of Intent they filed with the state for the current year
- Call (651) 221-9409 or email member@smm.orgto ask about other qualifying documents
- Proof of eligibility is required every year if you’d like to renew your membership with the teacher discount.
How do I apply?
Download the Teacher Membership application here.
Qualifications & DetailsNannies & PCAs
Nannies, childcare workers, and personal care attendants
Members may sign up for a nanny card that allows discounted admission when a nanny accompanies members’ children to the museum. Call (651) 221-9409 or email member@smm.org to receive a nanny card. Admission is free for working PCAs when they’re visiting with a client.
Qualifications & DetailsTicket Trade-In
Tickets = Membership! Come visit again and again. Did you know your recent ticket purchase may qualify towards a membership?
Tickets purchased for General Admission, Omnitheater and Combo tickets can be applied toward membership. Credit cannot exceed the cost of Membership and refunds are not issued. Offer valid up to two weeks following your visit.
Call us at 651-221-9444 and ask about the Ticket Trade-In Program.
Don’t wait - Join Today and start enjoying all the benefits of Membership!
Supporting Membership
Supporting Membership helps to create world-class exhibits and impacts programs beyond the museum exhibit halls. From conservation efforts to education access, Supporting Members make so much possible!
Alkali
Exclusive Alkali benefits
This unique Supporting Membership aims to build the next generation of Science Museum supporters—includes benefits for two people (21+).
Enjoy Alkali benefits for just $21 a month. Call (651) 265-9870 to initiate monthly giving.
See full list of benefitsAlkali Membership Benefits
In recognition of generous support for the museum's education programs, collections, research initiatives, world-class exhibits, and Omnitheater films, all Supporting Members at the Alkali level receive the following benefits for two adults (21+):
- Admission to exhibit halls—every time you visit
- One Omnitheater admission per person, per day for all regularly-scheduled films—every time you visit
- Two free parking vouchers, per membership, for the museum’s parking ramp
- Omnitheater voucher good for one use during the membership year
- Discounted parking rates
- Free advance reservations online or by calling (651) 221-9444
- Discounted guest passes
- 10% discount in the Explore Store
- 10% discount in Elements Café, Chomp, and Java Lab
- Monthly giving option: Enjoy Alkali benefits for just $21 per month. Call (651) 265-9870 to initiate monthly giving.
- Exclusive member communications and events
- Admission to over 350 museums worldwide
Darwin
All benefits at Household level
Two free parking vouchers, per membership, for the museum’s parking ramp
Discounts for additional non-member guests—every time you visit
See full list of benefitsDarwin Membership Benefits
In recognition of generous support for the museum's education programs, collections, research initiatives, world-class exhibits, and Omnitheater films, all Supporting Members at the Darwin level receive the following benefits for two adults, plus children or grandchildren under the age of 18:
- Admission to exhibit halls—every time you visit
- One Omnitheater admission per person, per day for all regularly-scheduled films—every time you visit
- Two free parking vouchers, per membership, for the museum’s parking ramp
- Discounts for additional non-member guests—every time you visit
- Discounted parking rates
- Free advance reservations online or by calling (651) 221-9444
- 10% discount in the Explore Store
- 10% discount in Elements Café, Chomp, and Java Lab
- Priority registration and discounts on selected classes, lectures, trips, and camps
- Exclusive member communications and events
- Admission to over 350 museums worldwide
Carver
All benefits at previous levels (excluding Alkali)
Two non-member guest admission passes to Omnitheater films and permanent exhibits, plus discount on guest admissions beyond your two passes—every time you visit
See full list of benefitsCarver Membership Benefits
In recognition of generous support for the museum's education programs, collections, research initiatives, world-class exhibits, and Omnitheater films, all Supporting Members at the Carver level receive the following benefits for two adults, plus children or grandchildren under the age of 18:
- Admission to exhibit halls—every time you visit
- One Omnitheater admission per person, per day for all regularly-scheduled films—every time you visit
- Two free parking vouchers, per membership, for the museum’s parking ramp
- Two non-member guest admission passes to Omnitheater films and permanent exhibits, plus discount on guest admissions beyond your two passes—every time you visit
- Discounted parking rates
- Free advance reservations online or by calling (651) 221-9444
- 10% discount in the Explore Store
- 10% discount in Elements Café, Chomp, and Java Lab
- Priority registration and discounts on selected classes, lectures, trips, and camps
- Exclusive member communications and events
- Admission to over 350 museums worldwide
Hopper
All benefits at previous levels (excluding Alkali)
Two additional non-member guest admission passes to Omnitheater films and permanent exhibits (for a total of four passes) plus discount on guest admissions beyond your four passes—every time you visit
See full list of benefitsHopper Membership Benefits
In recognition of generous support for the museum's education programs, collections, research initiatives, world-class exhibits, and Omnitheater films, all Supporting Members at the Hopper level receive the following benefits for two adults, plus children or grandchildren under the age of 18:
- Admission to exhibit halls—every time you visit
- One Omnitheater admission per person, per day for all regularly-scheduled films—every time you visit
- Four free parking vouchers, per membership, for the museum’s parking ramp
- Two non-member guest admission passes to Omnitheater films and permanent exhibits, plus discount on guest admissions beyond your two passes—every time you visit
- Discounted parking rates
- Free advance reservations online or by calling (651) 221-9444
- 10% discount in the Explore Store
- 10% discount in Elements Café, Chomp, and Java Lab
- Priority registration and discounts on selected classes, lectures, trips, and camps
- Exclusive member communications and events
- Admission to over 350 museums worldwide
- Recognition in the annual report
- Recognition in the Science Museum lobby
- Two additional non-member guest admission passes to Omnitheater films and permanent exhibits (for a total of four passes) plus discount on guest admissions beyond your four passes—every time you visit
- Complimentary nanny membership
Einstein
All benefits at previous levels (excluding Alkali)
Invitation to exclusive donor events
Personalized, behind-the-scenes, curator-led tours (call 651-265-9870 for more info)
See full list of benefitsEinstein Membership Benefits
In recognition of generous support for the museum's education programs, collections, research initiatives, world-class exhibits, and Omnitheater films, all Supporting Members at the Einstein level receive the following benefits for two adults, plus children or grandchildren under the age of 18:
- Admission to exhibit halls—every time you visit
- One Omnitheater admission per person, per day for all regularly-scheduled films—every time you visit
- Four free parking vouchers, per membership, for the museum’s parking ramp
- Discounted parking rates
- Free advance reservations online or by calling (651) 221-9444
- 10% discount in the Explore Store
- 10% discount in Elements Café, Chomp, and Java Lab
- Priority registration and discounts on selected classes, lectures, trips, and camps
- Exclusive member communications and events
- Admission to over 350 museums worldwide
- Recognition in the annual report
- Recognition in the Science Museum lobby
- Complimentary nanny membership
- Personalized, behind-the-scenes, curator-led tours (call 651-265-9870 for more info)
Curie
All benefits at previous levels (excluding Alkali)
Complimentary parking for one vehicle—every time you visit
Free Household membership
Certificate for a free Household-level membership to give as a gift
See full list of benefitsCurie Membership Benefits
In recognition of generous support for the museum's education programs, collections, research initiatives, world-class exhibits, and Omnitheater films, all Supporting Members at the Einstein level receive the following benefits for two adults, plus children or grandchildren under the age of 18:
- Admission to exhibit halls—every time you visit
- One Omnitheater admission per person, per day for all regularly-scheduled films—every time you visit
- Complimentary parking for one vehicle—every time you visit
- Free advance reservations online or by calling (651) 221-9444
- 10% discount in the Explore Store
- 10% discount in Elements Café, Chomp, and Java Lab
- Priority registration and discounts on selected classes, lectures, trips, and camps
- Exclusive member communications and events
- Admission to over 350 museums worldwide
- Recognition in the annual report
- Recognition in the Science Museum lobby
- Complimentary nanny membership
- Personalized, behind-the-scenes, curator-led tours (call 651-265-9870 for more info)
- Certificate for a free Household-level membership to give as a gift
- Invitations to exclusive Curie Society events
