Memberships

At the Children’s Museum, children’s growth is inspired by engaging families in the power of play, knowing that everyone can learn more — and develop more rapidly — when they play together.

When you become a member, it means more than just great member benefits — it means helping more of our community receive the benefit of learning through play, helping us serve more than 300,000 visitors every year, along with additional, community-focused services and programs.

childrens museum membership

Please note, memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Family Membership

  • Unlimited Admissions for 2 Legal Guardians and up to 6 Children in the same household
  • Early Registration for Events & Programs, including Legendary Santa
  • 10% Off Gift Shop Purchases
  • 10% Off Birthday Parties
  • 10% Off Baby Showers
  • Special Members Only Preview for New Exhibits
  • ACM Reciprocal Membership
  • PassPlay Rewards Program Access

$149

Family Plus Membership

  • Unlimited Admissions for 2 Legal Guardians and up to 6 Children in the same household + 1 Additional Named Adult
  • Early Registration for Events & Programs, including Legendary Santa
  • 10% Off Gift Shop Purchases
  • 10% Off Birthday Parties
  • 10% Off Baby Showers
  • Special Members Only Preview for New Exhibits
  • ACM Reciprocal Membership
  • PassPlay Rewards Program Access

$179

Grandparent Membership

  • Unlimited Admissions for 2 Grandparents and all Grandchildren*
  • Early Registration for Events & Programs, including Legendary Santa
  • 20% Off Gift Shop Purchases
  • 10% Off Birthday Parties
  • 10% Off Baby Showers
  • Special Members Only Preview for New Exhibits
  • ACM Reciprocal Membership
  • PassPlay Rewards Program Access

*Grandparents must be present to redeem member admission for grandchildren covered on membership and the Children's Museum safety ratio of 1 adult for every 5 children must be maintained at all times.

$199

Patron Membership

  • Unlimited Admissions for 2 Legal Guardians and up to 6 Children in the same household + 2 Additional Named Adults
  • Early Registration for Events & Programs, including Legendary Santa
  • 20% Off Gift Shop Purchases
  • 20% Off Birthday Parties
  • 20% Off Baby Showers
  • Special Members Only Preview for New Exhibits
  • ACM Reciprocal Membership
  • PassPlay Rewards Program Access
  • FREE and Unlimited Carousel Rides at the Downtown Location

$399

Scholarship Membership

For families with a household income of less than $42,000 per year or who qualify for Virginia SNAP benefits, please click the button below to learn more about our Scholarship Memberships.

Purchase a Gift Card

Give the gift of play! Click the button below to purchase a gift card, which can be used for admission, membership, or gift shop purchases!