Membership Benefits & Levels | Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
Our members get unlimited access to all three of our museums: the NHM, the Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits, and the William S. Hart Park and Museum in Newhall, California.
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All members receive the following benefits:
- Free admission to three world-class museums: Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits, and the William S. Hart Park and Museum.
- 10% discount at the Museum Store and online
- Free subscription to Natural History magazine
- Free tickets to First Fridays, and special exhibits such as Spider Pavilion and Pavilion of Wings
- Discounts on classes, camps, and field trips
- Exhibit opening preview days
- Invitations to member-only events
- E-newsletter subscription with the latest news and special offers
"Adult" Membership Levels
Individual $40 - Enjoy all general membership benefits for one.
Active $60 - Enjoy all general membership benefits for two.
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"Family" Membership Levels
Two-Year $125 (regulary $140) - Save even more when you sign up for a Two-Year Family membership.
Plus receive a FREE and fun-filled Dino Poop book complete with a real fossilized dino poop and key chain! Learn more >
One-Year $70 - Unlimited FREE admission for 2 adults and 4 children (ages 17 and under).
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"VIP Family" Membership Levels
Patron Family $185 - All Family benefits plus free Scavenger's Safari tours and reciprocal membership at over 250 natural history museum and science centers worldwide.
Naturalist $325 - All Patron Family benefits plus invitations to two exclusive events and a free Behind-the-ScenesTour.
Explorer $600 - All Naturalist benefits plus invitations to three exclusive events and opportunity to host a private Scavenger's Safari.
Adventurer $1,000 - All Explorer benefits plus opportunity to participate in exclusive family field trips with Museum scientists!
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The Fellows
Fellows members are a visionary group of donors who support the Museum's mission and in return for their generosity receive exclusive benefits and access. Learn more >
Fellows Active $1,500 - All Adventurer level benefits plus a calendar full of exclusive events and FREE USC football parking! Click here to join now.
Gem & Mineral Council
The Gem & Mineral Council is a group of members who have a special interest in gems and minerals. The Council provides a varied schedule of activities including exciting field trips, educational lectures, and exclusive social events. Learn more >