Become a Member
As a Friend of the KU Natural History Museum, your support helps our public science events, exhibits, education and research thrive. You also directly support our mission to study and share the past and present life on Earth to educate, engage and inspire. And that’s not all—membership comes with exclusive benefits too!
Membership Tiers & Benefits
KU Student — $15
- Free admission to the KU Natural History Museum
- Access to special members-only events
- Free or reduced admission to more than 300 museums and science centers through the ASTC Travel Passport
- A 10 percent discount at the museum’s gift shop
- Subscription to the museum's e-newsletter
Household — $60+
- Free household admission to the KU Natural History Museum
- Access to special members-only events
- Free or reduced admission to more than 300 museums and science centers through the ASTC Travel Passport
- A 10 percent discount at the museum’s gift shop
- Subscription to the museum's e-newsletter
KU Staff, Faculty or Student + family — $55+
Special rate for KU staff, faculty, or students, plus admission to the KU Natural History Museum for their household.
- Includes all household benefits
Biodiversity Club — $120+
Includes all Household benefits, plus:
- A museum tour with a staff member
Panorama Club — $240+
Includes all Biodiversity Club benefits, plus:
- A special members-only gift
Explorers Club— $500+
Includes all Panorama Club benefits, plus:
- Invitation to the annual Explorers Club Dinner
Director's Society— $1,000+
Includes all Explorers Club benefits, plus:
- An exclusive behind-the-scenes tour for up to four people with our Director
Remember, museum memberships also make great gifts!
Use the Join Today button below to sign up online. If you prefer to pay by check, please request a printable membership form by emailing Visitor Services at nhmvs@ku.edu.