One Membership, Two Museums
Buy a membership now and enjoy FREE access and EXCLUSIVE perks at Milwaukee Public Museum and the new Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin!
Your 12-month membership unlocks unlimited visits to Milwaukee Public Museum before it closes in January 2027. Then, you'll enjoy free admission to the new Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin, opening in spring 2027, for the remaining months on your membership.
A membership pays for itself within just two visits!
Why Become a Member?
All members have access to these benefits:
- Free admission to MPM and the Daniel M. Soref Planetarium
- $5 parking in MacArthur Square garage
- Free members-only events
- 10% discount on Museum shopping and dining
- Museum-wide members-only access on weekend mornings
- Discount or early registration on select programs/events
- Admission to 300+ reciprocal museums worldwide
- Free Clue Crew Explorer Guides
- Free members-only communications
Dual ($85)
2 adults OR 1 adult plus 1 guest
Includes:
- Basic benefits listed above
- $5 tickets to Dome Theater
Family ($135)
2 adults and their children/grandchildren (age 17 and under)
Includes:
- Basic benefits listed above
- $5 tickets to Dome Theater
Affordable Adventure membership is available for families in financial need. To apply, please click here.
Sustainer ($250) - BEST VALUE!
2 adults and their children/grandchildren (age 17 and under) OR 1 adult plus 3 guests
Includes:
- Basic benefits listed above
- Free admission to Dome Theater shows
- Admission to 200+ additional reciprocal museums worldwide
- Guest privileges for members-only events
- 4 MPM guest passes to share with friends or family
- Advanced registration and additional perks at select public programs/events
- Caregiver/babysitter can bring member children
- Flexible admission benefits: Family coverage OR yourself and up to 3 guests
Affordable Adventure ($65)
The Affordable Adventure membership was created so all families, regardless of income level, can enjoy the Museum and receive all membership programming opportunities and discounts. Affordable Adventure includes all the same benefits as a Family membership. Your family qualifies if you, the adult on the membership, participate in BadgerCare, FoodShare, Medicaid, or WIC (Women, Infants, and Children).
Donor Levels ($500 and up)
When you make a donor level gift, even more of your membership supports ongoing research, artifact and specimen care, education programs, and world-class exhibits. As a thank you for your support, these levels include additional benefits.
MPM's last day of operations is January 3, 2027. Any months left on your membership at this time will carry over to our new home, the Nature & Culture Museum of Wisconsin!
Memberships can be purchased online or by phone from our Membership Hotline at 414-278-6170.*
Need help with your membership? Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions page.
*Student memberships are available for purchase in-person for $35. Bring your student ID to Member Services to join. Admission covers 1 student and includes all the benefits listed at the top of this page.
Adults named on a membership must live at the same address. Membership is not transferable and cannot be used for school group or group tour visits.
Milwaukee Public Museum, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Your membership is tax-deductible, less the fair market value of any benefits you receive. The value of Dome Theater/Planetarium tickets is $6, which is not tax-deductible.