When you’re a Nature Museum member, every day is filled with a little bit of Wonder!
Experience the awe-inspiring Judy Istock Butterfly Haven, get hands-on with exhibits designed for all ages, and explore our outdoor nature trails, all right here in the heart of Lincoln Park!
Join, renew, or give the gift of membership by clicking the button below.
Member Benefits
Membership allows you to experience all that the Nature Museum has to offer, at a great value! Plus, as a member of the museum, you also receive these exclusive benefits:
- Free general admission – every day, all year long
- Reciprocal free admission to more than 300 museums around the world (click here for a full list of participating institutions)
- Discounts on paid events and programs, including our ever popular Summer Camp!
- Free coat and stroller check
- Ability to add a caregiver/nanny at the Family Level or above
- Invitation to exclusive member events such as member nights and new exhibit openings
- Free or up to 50% discount admission at some of the region’s best loved museums
- Subscription to the Nature Museum e-newsletter
- 20% discount at the store and café on the first Monday of the month, 10% discount every other day
- All membership dues are tax deductible!
Member Levels
Family Plus – $94
(Two Years for $159)
Includes all the benefits listed above, plus:
- Unlimited access for two adult members and all children in household
- Two adult guests, each visit
- List a caregiver to bring member children to the museum at no additional cost
- Advance registration for popular events, camps and programs!
Perfect for Grandparents!
Premier – $130
(Two Years for $200)
Includes all benefits listed in “member benefits” section, plus:
- Unlimited access for two adult members and all children/grandchildren under 18
- Up to four adult guests, each visit
- List a caregiver to bring member children to the museum at no additional cost
- Advance registration for popular events, camps and programs!
- Recognition in donor publications
- $15 discount on gift memberships
Family – $60
(Two Years for $110)
Includes all benefits listed in “member benefits” section, plus:
- Free admission for two adults, and all children in household
- Advance notice for registration of popular events, camps, and programs
- Add a caregiver to escort member children to museum for only $15 more!
Individual – $42
(Two Years for $80)
Includes all benefits listed in “member benefits” section, plus:
- Free general admission for one adult
Aren’t sure which option is right for you? Call us at 773-755-5115.
Seniors receive $5 off any membership level. Membership must be purchased at the Museum or by phone to receive senior discount.
Do you ever wonder how a butterfly gets its colors? Or how turtles hibernate? Do you wonder how birds know where to migrate each year? For over 160 years, the Chicago Academy of Sciences / Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum has served a unique role in the city of Chicago connecting children of all ages to nature and science through immersive exhibits, fun family events, important conservation research and in-depth education programs, inspiring the wonder in all of us.