Membership

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Your support makes a vital difference in our efforts to explore and explain the natural world, and to address the challenges of sustaining life on this planet.

As a member, there's always something new to explore. Join us and rediscover the wonders of the natural world—all under one living roof.

Watch as a diver plunges into the deepest living coral reef exhibit in the world. Explore the layers of a rainforest canopy and the creatures that call it home. Investigate the great mysteries of the cosmos—or the complexities and fragility of our planet’s ecosystems—in our latest planetarium show.

Correction: Curiosity Grove will open to members on September 29. It was mistakenly noted in the latest issue of LIVE that it is currently open. We apologize for the miscommunication.

 

 

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New Membership Level!

Introducing Community Value membership: A smart, affordable choice for families with flexible schedules, offering 230+ days of Academy access for just $129 a year.

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Levels & Benefits

Find the membership level that's right for you. Benefits include daily, unlimited admission, a members-only entrance, and exclusive hours on Sundays and Tuesdays.

Membership benefits
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Gift Membership

Treat your loved ones to an entire year of discovery with an Academy gift membership.

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Young boy looks at marine life in the Steinhart Aquarium.

What You Support

Each new species discovered, critical habitat protected, science career launched, teacher trained, and environmental steward nurtured helps further our mission.

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Low Monthly Payments

Now it’s even easier to be an Academy member—subscribe! With ongoing low monthly payments, you can keep your membership active from month-to-month and come as often as you like.

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Featured Programs and Events

Visit after visit, new adventures and discoveries await you. As part of our extended family, enjoy exclusive members-only programs and seasonal events.
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Mysteries of the Ancient West (Members-Only event)

Learn about the long-ago West Coast and discover the mysterious animals that filled its early skies and seas.

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New Worlds
New Worlds

Learn about the smaller worlds in our Solar System and beyond. Showing Tuesdays at 9:30 am through November 28.

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New Worlds
New Worlds

Learn about the smaller worlds in our Solar System and beyond. Showing Sundays at 10:30 am through November 28.

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Curiosity Grove mural by Alexander Vidal
Curiosity Grove (Members-Only Preview)

Members are the first to explore our newly-renovated, California-themed activity space for learners of all ages.

Enjoy Special Access

Beat the crowds during exclusive members-only hours every Sunday (10-11 am) and Tuesday (8:30-9:30 am) morning.

*Special Offer Details

Purchase or renew your Academy membership by October 31, 2017 and receive up to three complimentary general admission tickets to the California Academy of Sciences. Offer available for Individual, Individual Plus, Community Value and Senior levels (1 ticket), Family and Family Plus levels (2 tickets), and Associate level (3 tickets). Complimentary tickets are valid for one year from date of purchase of new or renewing membership and have no cash value. Offer is not retroactive and may not be combined with other offers. Offer not valid for Explorers, Friends, or other donor levels, gift voucher redemptions, or employees and partners of the California Academy of Sciences.