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A Meaningful Membership

It’s never been a better time to join the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History! As a Museum Member, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits to deepen your connections with nature and science, whether you’re visiting our locally-specific exhibits, joining us for a walk or workshop, or picking up an educational gift from our Museum Store.

While enjoying your yearly benefits, you’ll also have the satisfaction of knowing you’re supporting an important community resource that has served locals and visitors alike for over 100 years.

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Your Membership Supports

  • Gathering, preserving and promoting natural history collections
  • Dynamic natural history exhibits throughout the year
  • Free Museum tours and hands-on science education in local green spaces for school groups
  • Resources and rentable kits for educators
  • Lectures and workshops for lifelong learners with world-class speakers, researchers, and artists
  • Year-round family events
  • Nature-based camps for youth throughout the year
  • Community partnerships with local nonprofits

Standard Member Benefits

All Museum Members receive:

  • Free admission to the Museum for one adult
  • Discounts on Museum programs
  • Invitations to Members-only events
  • 10% discount on purchases at the Museum Store
  • Subscription to our e-newsletter

Join us at the Friend level and above to receive the ASTC Passport, and enjoy free reciprocal admission to participating science centers & museums nationwide!

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Annual Membership Levels

Member dues help further our mission to connect people with nature and science to inspire stewardship of the natural world.

Level Fee Guest Passes Camp Discount ASTC Passport Patron's Reception VIP Club Events
Student/Senior $20
Dual Senior $40
Individual $40 1
Family $50 2 ✔
Friend $100 2 ✔ ✔ ✔
Pat and Kirk Smith Club $250 2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Humphrey Pilkington Club $500 2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔
Laura Hecox Club $1000 2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Curators Circle

Coming soon! This summer we’re excited to launch of our new Curators Circle, a series of high-engagement benefits offered to Members contributing $1,000 or more within a year. Stay tuned for more information on levels, benefits, and how you can join.