Why Become a Museum Member?

Membership in The Cleveland Museum of Natural History brings you the best family entertainment value for your money.

• As members, you and your family will receive:
• Free admission throughout the year to our exciting blockbuster exhibitions and permanent features such as the Smead Discovery Center and Ralph Perkins II Wildlife Center & Woods Garden
• Free admission to the Nathan and Fannye Shafran Planetarium
• Invitations to our members-only exhibition preview parties and behind-the-scenes tours
• Discounts on fees for lectures, classes and field trips
• Opportunities to travel and volunteer
• Complimentary subscriptions to Museum publications
• Children's birthday parties (Family-level membership and above)
• A discount on purchases in the Museum Store

You'll also help the Museum sustain its reputation for scientific excellence. Your membership dollars support our research projects, conservation efforts and educational programs.

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