Membership
Academy members are invited to experience Earthquake, a major new exhibit and planetarium show, before anyone else during special member preview days on May 24 and 25. Take a kinetic journey that will deepen your understanding of these super seismic phenomena and their impact on our ever–changing Earth.
Join Today
Members are invited to come see Earthquake, our groundbreaking new exhibit and planetarium show before anyone else! Members enjoy a full year of unlimited admission, access to special events, Academy discounts, and more! RSVP for Earthquake member events here.
Your membership contribution helps support our innovative exhibits such as the colony of African penguins, four-story rainforest, coral reefs, and 2.5-acre living roof. You will also be supporting our world-class educational outreach programs, groundbreaking scientific research, and inspiring future generations to explore and cherish our planet.
Become a Member or join the Friends of the Academy and you’ll enjoy a full year of excitement, wonder, and exploration.
Members Benefits
All Members enjoy a full year of benefits, including:
- Free unlimited daily admission
- Members-only hours: Sun. 10:00 am – 11:00 am, Tues. 8:30 am – 9:30 am
- Members-only entrance
- Personalized member card
- Planetarium shows and passes for members only
- Invitations to members-only events and exhibit previews
- Members-only Penguin Feedings and Family Nature Crafts
- Free admission to Pritzker Members’ Lectures
- 10% savings on dining at Academy Cafe and the Moss Room
- 10–25% savings on shopping, special lectures, Behind-the-Scenes Tour and NightLife
- Subscription to Academy Member eNews
Membership Plans
For one cardholder and a guest.
For two cardholders and your children/grandchildren.
For two cardholders, your children/grandchildren, plus two additional guests.
For two cardholders, your children/grandchildren, plus two additional guests.
Includes an invitation to a special event with Academy Scientists.
Explorers $1,000+
Interested in higher levels of giving? By joining the Friends of the Academy, you have the opportunity to inspire explorers of all ages, get closer to the scientists and their discoveries, and become a leader in a community of lifelong learners. The deeper your engagement, the closer you get – and the bigger your impact.
For information on giving at $1,000 or above, please explore the Friends of the Academy.
Join Us for Our Opening Events
Be among the first to experience Earthquake, a groundbreaking, earth–shattering, major new exhibit and planetarium show.
- Fly over and plunge into our dynamic planet via an immersive planetarium show.
- Experience a high–magnitude jolt in an earthquake simulator.
- Meet a colony of live ostrich chicks.
- View specimens that will illustrate how earthquakes have impacted life on Earth.
- Learn what to do before, during, and after an earthquake.
- And more!
Please scroll down to check out our special member events. Thank you for being a member and supporting the Academy’s mission to explore, explain, and protect the natural world. We hope you enjoy your member exhibit previews.
Not a member yet?
Members–Only Preview Days
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Thursday, May 24 –All Day Friday, May 25 –All Day (Exhibit opens to the public on Saturday, May 26) Don’t miss an exclusive opportunity to experience the new Earthquake exhibit, simulator, and planetarium show before anyone else. No RSVP is necessary. Simply present your membership card to enjoy the exhibit during these preview days. Members are welcome to bring guests (as permitted by their membership level). Tickets may be purchased for additional guests in-person or Members may bring as many guests as permitted by their membership. Tickets may be purchased for additional guests in-person or online. Please note, planetarium passes are available on a first–come, first–served basis. |
Earthquake Premiere Party
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Friday, May 25 from 7:00 pm – Midnight Join us for an opening bash that celebrates 1906 San Francisco with dancing, music, cocktails, and more. Member pricing available. Learn more or buy tickets now here. |
Shockwave: A Members’ Evening at the Academy
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Sunday, May 27 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Explore the museum at night and view our new exhibit and planetarium show during this members–only event. Cash bar available. Entry is free and RSVP is required. Space is limited. To RSVP for May 27, please make a selection below. Please identify your current membership category to begin. You will need your member ID number. Please be sure to bring your tickets with you to the event. |
Find out more about this new exhibit and planetarium show here.
Questions? Call (800) 794-7576 or email membership@calacademy.org. Thank you!
Special Member Offers |
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Come explore our new groundbreaking exhibit and planetarium show, Earthquake! Members can RSVP today for Earthquake Member Events:
Join today Be one of the first to see Earthquake during Member Previews (May 24 – 25)
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Members–only Hours |
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Sundays: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tuesdays: 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Members may bring ticketed guests during members–only hours. All guests must have a paid admission ticket and be accompanied by a current member.
Gift Memberships |
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Give the gift of the Academy to your friends, family, and loved ones. To purchase a gift membership, call (800) 794-7576 or click on the button below.
Become a Friend |
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“What is so worthwhile about the Friends is reaching out to the community and inspiring and informing them of what we are all about. As they begin to understand the remarkable work the Academy is doing, they become supportive as well. It’s an extended community.”
Joann Franklin-Knox
Academy Docent and Ten-Year
Member of Friends of the Academy
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Question: Can I buy a gift membership?
Question: Can I apply ticket purchases toward a conversion to a Membership plan?
Question: Is the members–only line always available?
Question: Do I need to present my membership card for my free admission?
Question: Does the Academy offer reciprocal members’ admission at other institutions or participate in the Association of Science-Technology Centers Passport Program?
Question: What happens if I lose my Membership card?
Question: Does the Academy participate in a matching gift program?
Donor Bill of Rights |
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The Academy adheres to the national Donor Bill of Rights, promulgated by the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
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