Membership Levels & Benefits

Join us today and enjoy an entire year of free admission and exclusive events.

Levels


$250 Ocean Advocate

  • ($200 is tax deductible)
All membership benefits plus:
  • 2 transferable guest cards*; member need not accompany guest
  • Priority seating in the ocean-front Monterey Bay Aquarium Cafe and Restaurant with advanced reservations
  • Personalized membership cards for two named adults plus children or grandchildren ages 3-21

$175 Member

  • (Fully tax deductible)
All membership benefits plus:
  • Personalized membership cards for two named adults plus children or grandchildren ages 3-21

$75 Individual Member

  • (Fully tax deductible)
All membership benefits plus:
  • Personalized membership card for one named adult

$50 Senior or Student Member

  • (Fully tax deductible)
All membership benefits plus:
  • Personalized membership card for one named adult (children or grandchildren NOT included)

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*Guest cards are not intended for commercial use and each card is limited to one person per day.

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Benefits

  • Free admission for one year
  • Express entry through our member entrance
  • 10% discount in our gift and bookstore
  • Discounts on Aquarium Adventures programs and special events
  • Previews of special exhibitions
  • Exclusive e-mail announcements and monthly e-newsletter
  • Shorelines, our member magazine
  • A special toll-free help line with live operator
  • Personalized membership cards

Donor Circles

By joining the Monterey Bay Aquarium as a member in one of our Donor Circles, you’ll become a powerful voice for ocean conservation while enjoying additional benefits, including invitations to exclusive donor events. Additional guest cards and recognition on our donor plaque in the Aquarium are available with your gift of $1,000 or more. Learn more