Academy members enjoy free Daytime Admission 365 days a year—which means extra quality time with Claude and our African penguins. Plus, membership can pay for itself in as few as two visits.
Membership
Home to nearly 60,000 live animals, a star-studded 75-foot planetarium, and a lush rainforest inside a 4-story glass sphere, the California Academy of Sciences is a microcosm of our marvelous world—and no two visits are ever the same. Become a member to add science, wonder, and inspiration to your daily life, every day of the year.
![Mother and daughter viewing African penguins in African Hall](https://calacademy.org/sites/default/files/styles/manual_crop_square_460px/public/assets/aq_3120x2080_mother-daughter-penguins-2020_img_8404_gl-cas_201013.jpg?itok=8pPflNuh&c=df6e189c6f2d27e60e821d67ce8b7258)
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![Excited young member meeting Dr. Scott Sampson at Member Preview event](https://calacademy.org/sites/default/files/styles/manual_crop_square_460px/public/assets/images/Membership/wld_2314x1543_dr-scott-excited-young-fan-membership_preview_mg_7007_nr_cas_230525.jpg?itok=AaZsX99U&c=4282fdcb5e1a03d870b0afea6e3420d1)
Science up close
Reward your curiosity with exclusive programs all year long, from mind-expanding member talks and exciting animal feedings to sneak peeks at all-new exhibits. Experience science serenity twice a week at Tuesday Member Hour (8:30-9:30 am) and Jerry Hume Sunday Member Hour (10-11 am).
![Academy diver waving to young member in aquarium coral reef](https://calacademy.org/sites/default/files/styles/manual_crop_square_460px/public/assets/images/Membership/diver_mg_3789_gl_cas.png?itok=zB6pXsXz&c=438beafb1a63878fb95d1ced425d78a4)
Perks in store
Free admission is just the beginning. Academy members receive 10% off at our stores and restaurants and on sleepovers and birthday parties, and 20% off VIP Tours, lectures, and NightLife. Save time at the door, too, with a dedicated member entrance.
![Claude swimming](https://calacademy.org/sites/default/files/styles/manual_crop_square_460px/public/assets/images/Membership/swamp_2471x1647_claudefeeding_dsc00121-edit_gl_cas_230830.jpg?itok=q2qO9zQh&c=260c58189cf4b5d068111aca7ff83d22)
Pay your way
Science is for everyone. We offer a variety of ways to make membership more accessible, including monthly payment plans as low as $6 and $29 memberships for EBT/CalFresh, WIC, Lifeline Pass, and Medi-Cal cardholders.