The HMNS President’s Society, our premier donor group in support of the Annual Fund, helps sustain our Museum as one of the most vibrant and most visited science museums in the nation. Your gift provides visitors of all ages with world-class exhibitions, innovative STEM programming, and unparalleled educational resources that spark a lifelong love of learning.
As a member of the HMNS President’s Society, you have a front-row seat to all the Museum has to offer. Whether the machinations of natural science or the cultures of past civilizations fascinate you, the President’s Society offers opportunities to engage in our awe-inspiring displays. Enjoy year-long benefits that include private exhibition previews, priority Summer Camp registration, and access to exclusive behind-the-scenes events. By joining the HMNS President’s Society, you stand alongside an instrumental group of individuals who are bringing a world of wonder to our local community and beyond.
For more information, please contact the Development Office by email or at 713-639-4615.
All President’s Society levels include the following benefits, plus additional benefits for each level as detailed below.
- Family Flex Museum membership benefits for up to 10 people
- RECOGNITION in an annual HMNS publication and on the HMNS website
- PRIORITY Sign-Up for Member Travel Programs
- SKIP THE LINE!
- President’s Society Line at the Box Office
- SKIP THE PHONE LINE!
- Call 713.639.4782
- VIP Concierge Phone Line to assist in securing tickets and reservations
- Available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 pm
- HIGH PRIORITY Registration for Summer Camps at HMNS
- Exclusive access to the first day of registration for Summer Camps at HMNS
- PRESIDENT’S SOCIETY EVENTS
- Opportunities to attend exclusive President’s Society events throughout the year
The President’s Society includes the following giving levels:
Patrons $2,500 – 4,999
- The comprehensive benefits listed above, plus:
- VOUCHERS: Digital Vouchers on President’s Society Card (1 voucher = admission for 1 individual)
- 2 Complimentary Vouchers to Special Ticketed Exhibitions
- 2 Complimentary Vouchers to any Lecture of your choice
- 2 Complimentary Vouchers to any Behind-The-Scenes Tour
- GUEST PASSES: Printed pass in Fulfillment Packet* (1 printed pass = admission for 2 individuals)
- Guest Pass that allows complimentary access to permanent exhibitions
- Guest Pass that allows complimentary access to an additional museum venue (Cockrell Butterfly Center (CBC), Wortham Giant Screen Theater (GST), or Burke Baker Planetarium (BBP))
The Fair Market Value (FMV) for the Patrons Level is $461.
Champions $5,000 – 9,999
- The comprehensive benefits listed above, plus:
- VOUCHERS: Digital Vouchers on President’s Society Card (1 voucher = admission for 1 individual)
- 4 Complimentary Vouchers to Special Ticketed Exhibitions
- 4 Complimentary Vouchers to any Lecture of your choice
- 4 Complimentary Vouchers to any Behind-The-Scenes Tour
- GUEST PASSES: Printed passes in Fulfillment Packet* (1 printed pass = admission for 2 individuals)
- 2 Guest Passes that allow complimentary access to permanent exhibitions
- 2 Guest Passes that allow complimentary access to an additional museum venue (Cockrell Butterfly Center (CBC), Wortham Giant Screen Theater (GST), or Burke Baker Planetarium (BBP))
The Fair Market Value (FMV) for the Champions Level is $647.
Collector’s Circle $10,000 – 14,999
- The comprehensive benefits listed above, plus:
- VOUCHERS: Digital Vouchers on President’s Society Card (1 voucher = admission for 1 individual)
- 6 Complimentary Vouchers to Special Ticketed Exhibitions
- 6 Complimentary Vouchers to any Lecture of your choice
- 6 Complimentary Vouchers to any Behind-The-Scenes Tour
- GUEST PASSES: Printed passes in Fulfillment Packet* (1 printed pass = admission for 2 individuals)
- 3 Guest Passes that allow complimentary access to permanent exhibitions
- 3 Guest Passes that allow complimentary access to an additional museum venue (Cockrell Butterfly Center (CBC), Wortham Giant Screen Theater (GST), or Burke Baker Planetarium (BBP))
- GIFT A MUSEUM MEMBERSHIP!
- Give the gift of a Family Museum Membership to recipient of your choice
The Fair Market Value (FMV) for the Collector’s Circle Level is $948.
Curator’s Circle $15,000 and above
- The comprehensive benefits listed above, plus:
- VOUCHERS: Digital Vouchers on President’s Society Card (1 voucher = admission for 1 individual)
- 10 Complimentary Vouchers to Special Ticketed Exhibitions
- 10 Complimentary Vouchers to any Lecture of your choice
- 10 Complimentary Vouchers to any Behind-The-Scenes Tour
- GUEST PASSES: Printed passes in Fulfillment Packet* (1 printed pass = admission for one individual)
- 20 Guest Passes that allow complimentary access to permanent exhibitions and additional museum venues (Cockrell Butterfly Center (CBC), Wortham Giant Screen Theater (GST), or Burke Baker Planetarium (BBP))
- GIFT A MUSEUM MEMBERSHIP!
- Give the gift of a Family Flex Museum Membership to recipient of your choice
- DISCOUNTED RENTAL FEE for Private Events at HMNS
- CURATOR’S CIRCLE EVENTS
- Private events that offer priceless experiences only HMNS can provide. These events are designed to celebrate the Museum, including recent acquisitions with unique preview parties, dinners with special guests, and much more!
The Fair Market Value (FMV) for the Curator’s Circle Level is $1,600.
*For additional guest passes, please contact the Development Office by email or at 713-639-4615.
If you would like to mail your contribution, please fill out this PDF reply card and send your gift to:
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
ATTN: Office of Development
5555 Hermann Park Drive
Houston, Texas 77030
