Become a Member
Members provide vital support that creates exceptional educational experiences for local students, subsidizes free educational programs for our community and cares for the over 300 animal species living here.
Member Benefits
Discovery Place Members enjoy exclusive Members-only access, innovative programs and scientifically-proven fun, all at the highest health and safety standards.
Enjoy scientifically proven fun all year long while supporting one of Charlotte’s most beloved non-profit educational institutions.
- Free admission
- Discounted IMAX documentaries
- Members-only events
- Pre-sale access to Summer Camps
- Discounted Birthday Parties and Summer Camps
- Discounts in Museum stores and café
- 25% off guest admission tickets
- *Discounted parking at Discovery Place Science
*Discounts and benefits apply only at the Museums listed on your Membership.
THE GIFT OF TIME TOGETHER
Give the Gift of Membership!
Share the joy of learning and exploration with your loved ones with a Gift of Membership to any of our Museums!
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS
Discovery Place Science
Get free year-round access to Charlotte’s premier science center.
Explore three floors of hands-on exhibits, enjoy member-exclusive IMAX rates and save 50% on parking. Members get early weekend access, 20% off at the Science Shop and special pricing on camps and events.
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS
Discovery Place Kids Huntersville
Give your child unlimited adventures in this imaginative learning space designed for young explorers.
Members enjoy early access Tuesday-Sunday, exclusive themed hours and special pricing on birthday parties and camps. Perfect for families with children up to age 10 seeking educational play opportunities.
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS
Discovery Place Kids Rockingham
Make learning through play part of your family’s routine with unlimited visits to our kid-sized discovery hub.
Members enjoy early access Tuesday-Saturday, exclusive themed hours and special pricing on birthday parties and camps. Perfect for families with children up to age 10 seeking educational play opportunities.
ASTC Passport Program
Receive free or discounted admission to more than 360 institutions participating in the ASTC Passport Program nationwide. Visit astc.org/passport for a complete list of participating centers.
ASTC reciprocal benefits apply only when visiting museums 90+ miles from your home and home museum. Per ASTC rules, we must honor these rules.
Not Included in Program
- Catawba Science Center
- Kaleideum
- Greensboro Science Center
- North Carolina Transportation Museum
- Schiele Museum
- Roper Mountain Science Center
MEMBER CONCIERGE
Questions About Membership?
Read frequently asked questions or schedule a call with our Membership team at your convenience!