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SCIENCE ACCESS MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM
The Science Access Membership costs only $15 for a full year of benefits. The Access level is for those using NC EBT, SNAP, WIC, FDPIR, TANF, Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Benefits, and Section 8 benefits.
Science Access Memberships cover two named adults and their children/grandchildren under 18 and include all of the Family level membership benefits including:
- Unlimited free admission to special exhibitions.
- Discounted admission to 300+ science museums worldwide (Local restrictions may apply; Visit the ASTC Passport Program web page for more details and a full participant list.)
- 10% discount in Museum Stores and Cafés.
- Invitation to Member-exclusive events and preview parties (all ages).
- Discounts on Museum programs, events, 3D Movies, Summer Camps and Birthday Parties.
- 20% Discount on Gift Memberships.
- Access to the Museum for Private Rentals.
- Option to attend exclusive VIP receptions at a discounted rate (adults 21+).
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Do I qualify?
If you or any member of your household participates in one of the programs below, you are automatically eligible to become a Science Access Member household.
- NC EBT
- SNAP
- WIC
- FDPIR
- TANF
- Supplemental Security Income
- Social Security Disability Benefits
- Section 8
Not applicable for gift memberships. Additional discounts or promotions cannot be applied.
For questions regarding membership or eligibility, please contact us at 919.707.9959 or Membership@NaturalSciences.org.