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PLEASE NOTE

Due to technical errors our team is currently troubleshooting, your membership card information might show slight discrepancies after purchase. Your membership is still valid once payment is complete, regardless of said discrepancies. Please reach out to our membership team at membership@boonshoftmuseum.org if you have any questions or concerns.

RECENT POLICY CHANGE

Family level memberships now include two named adults and up to seven related (or living in the household) children/grandchildren under 18. Additional children can be added onto the membership for $10 each. 

Membership
Discounts:

Military Discount ($10)

Educator Discounts ($10)

College Student Discount ($10)

Please note:

  • Membership Discounts are only available in person. Proper ID (or letter of intent to homeschool) must be presented.
  • Not valid for Add-Ons or gift purchases. 
  • Membership discounts cannot be combined.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Try our free digital membership cards through the eMembershipCard app found in the Apple Store or Google Play.

If you prefer a physical card, follow this link to order a $5 card reprint.

We strive to mail out all physical membership cards within 10-15 business days, but due to higher volumes at different peak times, it can take longer. While you are waiting, simply use the temporary card you received when you purchased online, or the temporary card at the bottom of the physical receipt your received on site.

As always, you must show your membership confirmation/card and proper photo ID for admission.

The Boonshoft Museum participates in the reciprocity programs for the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, the Association of Science-Technology Centers, and the Association of Children’s Museums. Please see each specific list linked here for the applicable discount, based on your membership with the participating organization. 

Dayton Society of Natural History members that are at the Family level and above receive a 50% discount on admission to each of the following institutions:
  • COSI
  • Columbus Zoo
  • Cincinnati Zoo
  • Cincinnati Museum Center

You can continue to enjoy all the benefits of the level as you purchased it. If you would like the new Standard or Premium benefits, you can upgrade your membership at any time! However, your expiration date will not be extended.