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MCWANE SCIENCE CENTER MEMBERS GET THE BEST PERKS!
When you and your family become McWane Science Center members, you’re showing your support for our non-profit mission to change lives through science and wonder. And as our thanks, you’ll enjoy these great benefits!
All McWane Science Center members receive:
- FREE ADMISSION to exhibit halls for 12 months
- FREE PARKING in our deck while visiting the museum (subject to availability)
- 20% OFF purchases in the Cool Stuff Store
- FREE or discounted admission to over 350 science centers worldwide
- DISCOUNTS on camps and classes
- FREE e-BLAST emails monthly
- $1 OFF guest admission tickets
- $2 OFF IMAX documentary films (<1 hr length)
- $1 OFF IMAX feature films
- Member Preview Parties (may require reservation)
Early access to new featured exhibits, films, and attractions,
ahead of the general public
FAMILY MEMBERSHIP
$120
- All Member Benefits for Two Named Adults and Up To Six Children
Children must be under 18 years old and living in the same household as named adults on membership
GRANDPARENTS MEMBERSHIP
$115
- All Member Benefits for Two Grandparents And Up To Six Grandchildren
FAMILY/IMAX DELUXE MEMBERSHIP
$190
- All Member Benefits for Two Named Adults And Up To Six Children
Children must be under 18 years old and living in the same household as named adults on membership - 18 IMAX Documentary Film Credits
This benefit must be used within the membership year
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP
$85
- All Member Benefits for One Adult Only
- FREE Admission For One Guest (A $25 Value)
ADD-A-GUEST UPGRADE
$25
- All Member Benefits For One Additional Adult
- Perfect for Baby-Sitters And Nannies
MAE C. JEMISON SOCIETY DONOR MEMBERSHIP
$250
- All McWane Science Center Member Benefits for Two Named Adults, Three Additional Guests (A $75 Value!) And Up To Six Children In Family
Children must be under 18 years old and living in the same household as named adults on membership - 18 IMAX Documentary Credits
This benefit must be used within the membership year - Name Recognition in Grand Lobby
Questions?
Contact Member Services at (205) 714-8318 or membership@mcwane.org.
THE SMARTEST GIFT IN TOWN? A YEAR OF FUN FOR EVERYONE!
McWane Science Center Gift Memberships make the perfect holiday gift for every family on your gift list.
They also make terrific birthday presents for grandchildren!
Gift Membership packages are perfect for families looking for fun and unique ways to spend quality time together. A Gift Membership grants unlimited access to exhibit halls, daily science programs and discounted and/or free tickets to films in the IMAX DOME Theater. Purchase a gift membership today and select whether to have the gift membership form mailed directly to you or to the address of the recipient. The recipient can redeem at our Ticketing counter or mail it in when they are ready to start enjoying their gifted membership. You can also take pride in the knowledge that your purchase helps support McWane Science Center’s mission of “changing lives through science and wonder.” ORDER ONLINE NOWTHE ASSOCIATION OF SCIENCE-TECHNOLOGY CENTERS
TRAVEL PASSPORT
The Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) is a group of currently more than 350 independent science centers and museums worldwide that participate in the reciprocal Passport Program. This program encourages Members to visit other science centers and museums when traveling.
The reciprocal benefits vary by each museum/center. We recommend you call a museum before your visit to ensure you know what the specific benefits they offer for reciprocal members.
The Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) Passport Program is designed to allow families who are members of their local science centers or museums to receive free or reduced general admission to all other participating ASTC Passport Program science centers or museums around the world while they are traveling. This program is a valuable benefit local science centers can offer to their members. It can also be a money-saving benefit, allowing members to sample some of the world’s most exciting science centers and museums while vacationing or visiting family and friends.
ASTC Passport Program reciprocal membership benefits do not apply to centers within a 90-mile radius of the family’s residency. This rule was instituted to protect museums within a close proximity of one another from competing for the same potential members based solely on price. What this means locally is that McWane Science Center members cannot obtain free admission to other participating centers within a 90-mile radius of Birmingham. Nor can members of other science centers who still reside within the 90-mile radius obtain free admission to McWane Science Center. Free admission to the Huntsville Space & Rocket Center excludes McWane Science Center members residing in Madison, Marshall, Jackson, Morgan and Limestone Counties.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I purchase a membership?
- In person by visiting the Ticketing Desk in our Grand Lobby
- Online now
- By phone: Member Services – 205.714.8318
When can I start using my membership?
Your membership is active immediately upon receipt of payment. If you join or renew in person at McWane Science Center, you will receive all your benefits and a membership card immediately. If you join or renew by mail, telephone or online, there is some processing time in order to send your membership packet to you. However, you can always call us and opt to pick up your membership at the Ticketing Counter or we can verify your membership via email.
How long does it take my membership to be mailed?
Most times during the year, about a week and a half. However, during high-business times like holidays, summer and Spring Break Week, it may take a little longer.
What do I do if I lose my membership card?
If you are visiting and don’t have your card, you can present a valid Photo ID to the Ticketing Counter and we can look up your membership for confirmation. To have a replacement membership card processed and mailed, there is a $5 charge.
How often can I use my membership? / How often can I visit?
You and those listed on your membership can visit McWane Science Center as often as you like. However, we are closed on January 1st, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, December 24th, and December 25th. We reserve the right to close our facility in the interest of safety on days when weather or other environmental conditions may require it.
Where is the Member Express line?
The Member Express line is open during peak times to accommodate crowds. Look for Member Check-In signs when you enter the lobby.
How can I tell if there will be large crowds that will affect my visit?
Curious about visiting school and camp group attendance volume on the day of your visit? To help plan your visit, McWane Science Center offers a Member Hotline at 205.714.8484 with a weekly recording about group attendance volume for each day that week as well as other helpful membership information.
Can other families or guests use my membership card?
Your McWane Science Center membership is non-transferable and gives free admission to the two named adults and number of children listed on your membership card only. Free admission to other adults or children with your membership is only available with our Add-A-Guest upgrade.
What is the ASTC and what are the reciprocal benefits?
The Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC), a group of currently more than 350 independent science centers and museums worldwide that participate in the reciprocal Passport Program. This program encourages Members to visit other science centers and museums when traveling. The reciprocal benefits vary by each museum/center. We recommend you call a museum before your visit to ensure you know what the specific benefits they offer for reciprocal Members.
View the full list of participating ASTC Travel Passport Institutions
(PDF)
What if I forgot my membership card when I’m visiting another city with an ASTC museum?
Contact Member Services by email or call 205.714.8318, Monday through Friday, and we will send an email verification of your membership for you to print out and or display to the visiting museum Ticketing Counter. On a weekend, call 205.714.8414 and a team member on our weekend Reservations staff can verify your membership for the other museum.
McWane Science Center’s Member Services Department is always happy to answer any questions that you may have about your membership to the McWane Science Center.
Email or call 205.714.8318 to speak with a representative