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University of Michigan Museum of Natural History Membership

The U-M Museum of Natural History located in the Biological Sciences Building presents the latest in scientific research with interactive exhibits, programming spaces, and a state-of-the-art Planetarium & Dome Theater! Members are first in line to see new exhibits and invited to annual member-only events.

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Museum of Natural History's  entrance with mastodon couple.

Membership Levels

Membership Levels

An upward view of the atrium with the mastodon skeleton.

Base Membership


All memberships include:
  • ASTC Reciprocal Benefits: The ASTC Passport program gives members free or discounted access to 300+ science centers and museums around the world (find a complete list of participating institutions)
  • 20% Museum Store discount
  • 10% Darwin's café discount (remember to show your card to receive discount)
  • Invitations to members-only events
  • Discounted planetarium tickets
  • Exhibit previews
Membership may be a tax-deductible contribution to The University of Michigan. Consult your tax advisor.

Wolverine Student Membership - $15


Available for current full-time U-M students and includes Base Membership benefits plus:
  • Invitation to the annual student event
  • One free Planetarium & Dome Theater pass

Individual/Couple Membership - $50


Includes Base Membership benefits plus:
  • Two free Planetarium & Dome Theater passes

Grandparent Membership - $60


Includes Base Membership benefits plus:
  • Four free Planetarium & Dome Theater passes

Family Membership - $70


Includes Grandparent Membership benefits plus:
  • Advanced registration access for the museum's summer Camp Explorations program

Mastodon Sustaining Membership - $100


Includes Family Membership benefits plus:
  • Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM) reciprocal benefits including free or discounted access to 100+ science, history, and art museums around the world (find a complete list of ROAM museums)

Mammoth Sustaining Membership - $250


Includes Mastodon Sustaining Membership benefits plus:
  • Access to reserved seating at events

Majungasaurus Sustaining Membership - $500


Includes Mammoth Sustaining Membership benefits plus:
  • Invitations to special events

Great Lakes Sustaining Membership - $1,000


Includes Majungasaurus Sustaining Membership benefits plus:
  • Personalized updates with the Director

Charter Membership

All Charter Members (those who joined or renewed January 2018 through December 2019) will maintain their Charter status for as long as their membership remains current.

Questions?

Contact the Membership Office at 734-936-5834 or email  [email protected].
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