Membership

Members watching Gouldian finches in the Color of Life exhibit at the California Academy of Sciences
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An Academy membership opens up your world—and helps to protect it. Discover how a diverse community of curious science-lovers can help you activate your passion for the planet.

Hello members! Planning a visit? Our new member ticket preview calendar tool makes it easy to view ticket availability before logging in. Please note that weekends and holidays are still booking up quickly—for the greatest selection of available tickets, please reserve as far in advance as possible. Thank you for your continued patience, understanding, and support!

Watch as a diver plunges into the deepest living coral reef exhibit in the world. Explore the layers of a rainforest canopy and the creatures that call it home. Investigate the great mysteries of the cosmos in our all-digital planetarium dome. As an Academy member, there's always something new to learn—and all the time in the world to explore. Join us and rediscover the wonders of the natural world under our Living Roof while supporting world-changing science around the globe.

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Explore levels & benefits

Membership benefits include free Daytime Admission all year long, exclusive programs and events, and Member Hours every Sunday and Tuesday morning.

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Flexible payment options

With auto-renewal or an Annual Membership Subscription, it's never been easier—or greener—to be an Academy member. Enjoy the convenience of automatic payments and uninterrupted benefits year after year while using less paper and resources.  

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Marine biologist Rebecca Albright conduct underwater research on a coral reef

Members make a difference

Academy members give as much as they receive: From expanding access to world-class STEM programs to pioneering coral reef conservation, your membership is an investment in the future of the planet.

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Match your gift!

Your membership can have twice the impact on the Academy with a matching gift from your employer! Visit our new Matching Gifts page for more details and to see if your employer is a participant.

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Member events & programs

Members are invited to exclusive events and programs throughout the year. See what's coming up—and catch recordings of what you might have missed!
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Member Talk: Life Behind the Lens With Suzi Eszterhas

Renowned wildlife photographer, conservationist, and BigPicture judge Suzi Eszterhas tells tales from the field.

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Be a Scientist: Diver in a Bottle

Experiment along with Academy presenter Cassie and learn about buoyancy, pressure, and twilight zone research.

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Member Program: Wild California

Learn about the Golden State's most iconic animal species, including the California condor and mountain lion.

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Be a Scientist: Lava Lamp Experiment

Join Academy presenter Cassie as she demonstrates how to make your very own lava lamp using household materials.

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Member Activity: Tree Detectives

Kids can follow along with this interactive Zoom program to learn how to hone their naturalist skills.

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Be a Scientist: Experiment with Ice

Join an Academy presenter for this "cool" 30-minute program about DIY experiments you can do at home with ice!

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Member Talk: On the Backs of Tortoises

Watch a prerecorded livestream talk with geographer and historian Elizabeth Hennessy on Galápagos tortoises.