Membership Levels & Benefits

Benefits for all levels include:

  • Unlimited free admission for one year
  • Express entry through the Member Entrance
  • Special evening and early morning hours
  • 10 percent discount in our Gift & Bookstore
  • Discounts on Aquarium Adventures programs and special events
  • Previews of special exhibitions
  • Exclusive e-mail announcements
  • Free subscription to our member magazine, Shorelines
  • A special toll-free help line with live operator
Mom and daughter at the Kelp Forest Exhibit

$250 Ocean Advocate

  • ($204 is tax-deductible)
All membership benefits plus:
  • Two transferable guest cards*; member need not accompany guest
  • Personalized membership cards for two named adults plus children or grandchildren ages three to 21
  • Additional savings when you join for two ($450) or three years ($650)
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*Guest cards are not intended for commercial use and each card is limited to one person per day.

Family on the deck

$195 Member

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

$75 Individual Member

  • (Fully tax-deductible)
All membership benefits plus:
  • Personalized membership card for one named adult
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Visitor in the Open Sea Exhibit

$50 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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Family at the touch pool

$50 Senior Member

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

By joining one of our Donor Circles, you'll provide critical funding for our education, conservation research and outreach programs while enjoying additional benefits, including invitations to exclusive donor events.
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Business Partners

Businesses are a vital part of our mission to inspire conservation of the oceans. When you become a Business Partner, you'll receive recognition on the Aquarium's website and in Shorelines magazine. You'll also get invitations to donor events—including a festive annual reception—and a certificate of appreciation.
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