Museum Membership

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Make the smart choice!

A year of membership offers a lifetime of learning.

Whether sharing an enriching educational experience with your child, entertaining family and friends at Boston's most visited cultural institution, or spending a Friday night viewing a temporary exhibit, membership is the best way to enjoy the Museum of Science.

Members not only gain inspiration in our Exhibit Halls, but also get valuable savings inside and outside the Museum. In fact, when you add up the value of admissions, free passes, and daily discounts, membership generally pays for itself in as little as two visits.

Exclusive Member Discount

Dead Sea Scrolls: Life in Ancient Times

$8 per member ($32 for nonmember adults)

Get ready to be transported back in time — at a quarter of the cost! Only current Museum members enjoy this modern-day discount. Observe the ancient texts, artifacts, and culture of the Iron Age at a special members-only price. Members not only save on this and other special exhibits, but also receive an entire year of Exhibit Halls admission, discounts in the Museum café, store, and garage, free passes to some of your favorite Museum venues, and more.

Take advantage of special member-priced tickets to see the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibition — and experience an entire year of science and savings! Buy or renew a membership

  • Member Preview: Dead Sea Scrolls: Life in Ancient Times

    Be first in line to view the iconic ancient manuscripts that survived thousands of years tucked within caves along the shores of the Dead Sea.

  • Member Overnight

    Enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the Exhibit Halls, members-only activities, a late-night Lightning! show, and more.

  • Member Appreciation Night: Dinosaurs

    Join Triceratops Cliff and his fossilized friends for a gigantically good time as we salute you — our members!

  • Let's Celebrate July 4th!

    Celebrate the Fourth of July and watch the fireworks from one of the best spots in the city — the Museum of Science garage roof!

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