Share your love of science. Give the gift of a year-long membership. Recipients enjoy the benefits below while the donor’s gift is fully tax deductible. By making a tax-deductible gift, you can inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. Your philanthropic support helps to make our science education programs accessible to all. Thank you!
Annual Membership Perks
Free Admission
Get unlimited free admission to the museum and the Fels Planetarium.
Special Pricing
Save with special pricing on all ticketed exhibitions, like The Art of the Brick and BODY WORLDS: Vital (opening February 2025).
Reciprocal Admission
Enjoy reciprocal FREE admission to more than 300 ASTC Science Museums (restrictions apply).
Exclusive Discounts
Receive exclusive discounts, including $10 off The Franklin Institute parking garage, 10% off in the Sci-Store, and no service fees on advance tickets.
Free Seasonal Events
Get free admission to seasonal experiences, including Franklin Fright (October 2024).
Choose the level that is right for you.
Friends Circle
$400
Core member benefits for 2 adults, any 4 children, and 2 guests, plus:
- 2 free tickets to each special ticketed exhibition, including The Art of the Brick
- 4 single-visit Franklin Institute parking garage vouchers ($100 value)
- Set of 4 general admission passes to share with family or friends ($100 value)
Patrons Circle
$600
Friends Circle level benefits, plus:
- 4 additional general admission passes (total of 8, $200 value)
Discoverers Circle
$1000
Patrons Circle level benefits, plus:
- 4 additional general admission passes (total of 12, $300 value)
Learn More About Membership
ASTC Passport Program
Membership at an ASTC museum, such as The Franklin Institute, provides free admission to over 300 science and technology centers throughout the world.
Buy Member Tickets
Reserve free general admission tickets and buy discounted special exhibition tickets.