Become a Member

Belong to the Madison Children’s Museum!

Our members love Madison Children’s Museum as a place to create memories that last a lifetime. Members also enjoy the opportunity to build ongoing relationships with other families and connect to the local community.

As a valued member of our museum family, you are entitled to exclusive event access, priority registration, and discounts on programs and birthday parties. Members also receive special updates through email blasts and newsletters.

As early childhood development experts, we consider memberships to Madison Children’s Museum an investment in your child’s attitude towards lifelong learning.

Not a member? Join today!

Dual $50 (one year) or $90 (two years)

  • Unlimited free admission for two named people
  • Two complimentary parking coupons per year*
  • Subscription to quarterly MCM newsletter and events calendar
  • Discounts and priority registration for birthday parties, special programs and classes
  • Invitations to exclusive member only special events and exhibit openings
  • Discounts at downtown restaurants
  • Purchase online a Dual (one year) or Dual (two years) Membership, today!

Family $65 (one year) or $120 (two years)
All Dual benefits plus:

  • Unlimited free admission for four named people
  • Four complimentary parking coupons per year*
  • MCM one-time family pass to share with friends (good for four people - value $20)
  • Purchase online a Family (one year) or Family (two years) Membership, today!

Extended Family $100 (one year) or $190 (two years) BEST VALUE!!
All Family benefits plus:

  • Unlimited free admission for six named people
  • Two MCM one-time family passes to share with friends (good for four people each - value $40)
  • Free admission to Association of Children’s Museums‘ 145 member museums (including Chicago, Milwaukee, Rockford, Appleton & St. Paul)
  • NEW!  As of May 1, MCM has become a member of the Association of Science & Technology Centers (ASTC).  Our members can now receive free or discounted admission, gift shop discounts, or IMAX tickets to over 300 ASTC organizations in a dozen countries!  Benefits vary by institution so call ahead before you visit.  View the list of ASTC organizations.  Note:Members who purchased their membership prior to May 1 need a new membership card in order to utilize this benefit.  Please contact the museum.
  • Purchase online an Extended Family (one year) or Extended Family (two years) Membership, today!

Family Access Membership $5
Qualified Families receive:

  • Unlimited admission for six named people (cardholder and five additional people)
  • Subscription to quarterly MCM newsletter and events calendar
  • Discounts and priority registration for birthday parties, special programs and classes
  • Invitations to exclusive members-only events and exhibit openings
  • Discounts at downtown restaurants

Your family qualifies if you receive any form of public assistance; live in transitional, subsidized, or emergency housing; qualify for free or reduced lunch at school; or face serious illness or disabilities.

To apply, bring or send a photocopy of your Section 8, WIC, MA, BadgerCare/Forward, Quest, or SSI card to the museum.

* Parking coupons good at all city parking lots. Valid only when visiting Madison Children’s Museum.

There are four easy ways to join or renew!