Academy Membership It Pays to be a Member! Members of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University receive free year-round general admission to the museum. As a member, you’ll see some of the most surprising and spectacular wonders of the natural world. You’ll also be providing important support for the Academy’s world-renowned research in biodiversity and environmental science. Your membership dues help: Ensure the conservation of the Academy’s unparalleled collections, including treasures such as John James Audubon’s birds and Thomas Jefferson’s fossil collection. Bring the best in authentic science education to more than 75,000 Philadelphia students each year. Sustain vital scientific research on environmental and species conservation, public education, discourse around the future of our planet and much more. All Academy members enjoy the following benefits: Unlimited, FREE general admission to the Academy Free or discounted tickets to special exhibits Exclusive member previews of Academy exhibits Free admission to Academy festivals, including Paleopalooza and Bug Fest Discounted guest passes for friends and family Parking discounts at the Logan Square parking garage A Kids Club membership for children, ages 12 and under Special access to the Academy’s scientists and collections at our annual Members’ Night Special members-only discounts on Night in the Museum, Academy Camps, birthday parties and other kids’ programs 10 percent discount in the Academy Shop and Academy Café Free subscription to Academy Frontiers, our member magazine The chance to add an extra adult to your membership Member Levels Individual Family Family Plus Partners' Club Founders' Club Leadership Circles Drexel Employees Library, School, or Organization Museum Pass Individual ($65) Individual members receive all of the fantastic general member benefits listed above for one named adult. Individual members receive discounted admission to Survival of the Slowest. Family ($135) Family members receive the fantastic general member benefits listed above for two named adults and up to five children (under 18) in the same household OR up to five grandchildren (under 18). Family members receive discounted admission to Survival of the Slowest. * Family level memberships cannot be used by school groups or preschools. Family Plus ($165 | $138 tax-deductible) Family Plus members receive all of the benefits of a Family membership, plus: FREE admission for two guests each time you visit (member must accompany guests) FREE admission to more than 300 museums with the ASTC Passport Program FREE admission to Survival of the Slowest * Family Plus level memberships cannot be used by school groups. Partners' Club ($250 | $152 tax-deductible) Partners' Club members receive all the benefits of a Family Plus membership, plus: Two free guest passes to give to friends or family Invitations to Toast to the Collections, author talks, and other behind-the-scenes events Membership benefits for up to three named adults 15% discount at the Academy Shop Recognition in the Annual Report Founders' Club ($500 | $341 tax-deductible) Founders' Club members receive all the benefits of Partners' Club membership, plus: Three additional free guest passes to give to friends or family (five total) Invitations to behind-the-scenes tours, author talks and special receptions Special invitation to our annual Back from the Field reception Leadership Circles Members of our Leadership Circles provide critical support to the Academy's programs of scientific research and education, and receive special benefits in return. Please see Leadership Circles of Giving for more information. Drexel Employees Drexel University Faculty and Staff receive 10% off membership dues and have the option to pay for an Academy membership through payroll deduction! Museum Pass Membership ($299 per member card) The Academy offers a special transferable membership for libraries, schools, and other qualifying organizations. To enroll in this program, or to learn more about the special benefits and pricing, please contact the Academy Membership Office directly at 215-299-1022 or membership@ansp.org. Contact Membership To learn more about becoming a member of the Academy, please call us at 215-299-1022 or email membership@ansp.org. Already a member? Go to the Members’ Guide for more information on your membership. Academy Frontiers Members receive an inside look at the Academy with a free subscription to Academy Frontiers. Find out more Museum Passport Program Members have free access to more than 300 science and technology centers in America through the Association of Science - Technology Centers' (ASTC) Passport Program. Learn about the program