Houston Museum of Natural Science
Membership
Membership Perks
All members enjoy these benefits year-round at both HMNS and HMNS at Sugar Land:
- Unlimited, free admission to permanent exhibit halls
- Members Priority ticket line and invitations to free and paid Members Only events
- Discounted admission at the Butterfly Center, Planetarium, and Giant Screen Theatre and all special ticketed exhibitions
- 10% off Gift Shop merchandise
- Discounts for adult programs — including lectures, workshops, and travel
- 3 Free Digital Vouchers
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Become a Member Today
Join us for exclusive, members-only discounts and opportunities throughout the year.
When you visit the Houston Museum of Natural Science, you’re not just going to one place — you’re going beyond our walls to experience the wonder and delight of science. You’re exploring tropical rainforests and worlds galaxies away. You’re going back in time to when dinosaurs walked the Earth and blasting forward to the future of renewable energy.
If you love the museum and believe in our mission, or if you’re a frequent visitor, become a member today! Your support ensures that our exhibitions and educational programs will enrich the community for many years to come.
If you love the museum and believe in our mission, or if you’re a frequent visitor, become a member today! Your support ensures that our exhibitions and educational programs will enrich the community for many years to come.
Membership Levels
See additional benefits and discounts for varying membership levels:
Benefits for all levels are valued at $20, except ‘Discoverer,’ valued at $160, and ‘Benefactor,’ valued at $240.
One named card holder from the household must be present to receive member benefits.
Memberships cannot be transferred or used between separate households.
Vouchers expire at the end of your membership term.
One named card holder from the household must be present to receive member benefits.
Memberships cannot be transferred or used between separate households.
Vouchers expire at the end of your membership term.
View Member Exclusive Events
Discover exciting family activities at HMNS in Houston. Join us for unique events exclusively for members. Check out the upcoming events and mark your calendars for unforgettable experiences.
Educator Membership
The Houston Museum of Natural Science offers 15% off all membership levels for educators.
We love our educators! Use your membership to enjoy all the perks of a museum membership for yourself, or use your membership to take advantage of discounts on programs for your students. We hope you’ll do both! After all, joining the HMNS member family means benefits for you, your family, and your students.
Educator Membership Benefits
Join Our Waitlist
Click on the link below if you’re an educator and interested in joining our waitlist to receive a free membership to HMNS.
Supporting Membership
As a supporting member of HMNS, you have a front-row seat to all the museum has to offer.
Your support for science education makes a difference in the Houston community and beyond, and we need your help to continue providing innovative programs and resources.