Memberships

Explore more as a Museum member

Don't miss your chance to discover a museum that will transform the way you engage with science and nature.

Explore galleries that immerse you in the awe-inspiring story of life on Earth, including the Evolving Life Wing, Larry Sears and Sally Zlotnick Sears Dynamic Earth Wing, and Ames Family Curiosity Center.

We've enhanced our membership levels to offer you even more exciting experiences and greater value. Plus, your membership will pay for itself in just two visits! 

Get or Renew Your Membership Today!

Discounted Membership Options

Are you a college student, a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) participant, an educator, a veteran, or an active military member? The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is pleased to offer the following membership options and discounts designed to increase accessibility.

Access Membership

$25/year

Benefits:

• Unlimited admission for up to four individuals (adults and children)
• Planetarium shows and 3D movies included
• ASTC reciprocal benefits
• Member pricing on events and programs
• Discounted parking
• 10% off in the Museum Store & Origins Café

Eligibility:

• Must present a valid SNAP/EBT (Ohio Direction Card or equivalent) card and a matching photo ID at the time of purchase.
• Limited to one membership per eligible household.
• Available for purchase in-person only. Please visit the Museum's Welcome Desk to purchase an Access membership.

Student Membership

$35/year

Benefits:

• Unlimited admission for one student
• Includes planetarium shows and 3D movies
• ASTC reciprocal benefits
• Member pricing on events and programs
• Discounted parking
• 10% off in the Museum Store & Origins Café

Eligibility:

• Must be a currently enrolled student at any accredited college or university.
• Valid student ID required.
• Available for purchase in-person only. Please visit the Museum's Welcome Desk to purchase a Student membership.

Educator & Military Discount

The Museum offers 20% off all membership levels to educators, active military members, and veterans.

Eligibility:

• Discount available for active-duty military, veterans, and current educators (public, private, homeschool, and higher education).
• Educators must show valid proof of educator status at the time of purchase.
• Veterans & active military must show valid proof of military status at the time of purchase.
• Discounted memberships may be purchased in-person at the Museum's Welcome Desk or over the phone at 216.231.4600.

Questions?

Visit our Membership FAQ section.

We are grateful for your membership and support. Please contact Suzanne McWhorter at membership@cmnh.org or 216.231.4600 x3522 if you have any questions or need further information.

Leadership Circle 

Membership benefits, invitations to exclusive events, and more are available to those in the Leadership Circle, the Museum’s annual giving leadership society. For more information, visit the Leadership Circle page or contact Kelly Federico at 216.231.4600 x3360 or kfederico@cmnh.org.