Member Corner
Your membership opens up a world of unlimited fun! You receive access to special events, a bunch of discounts and a year of free admission to exhibits where kids drive the fun and build their brains and bodies through play. Plus, your membership helps make a difference – it supports the museum’s nonprofit mission to spark all children's learning through play.
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Important Things to Know
What to Bring
Socks are required in The Scramble. While raincoats are available, children often get wet in Forces at Play and Sprouts. We recommend bringing an extra pair of shoes and a change of clothing.
Limited lockers are available on a first come, first served basis. Lockers require four quarters for each single-time use. Please bring quarters with you, as the museum does not have a change machine available.
Quieter Times
Afternoons and evenings are generally not as busy as mornings. The museum does not book field trips on Tuesdays, so those can be good days to visit for a quieter experience.
Reservations
Members do not need to make a reservation to visit during regular museum hours. However, all visitors, including members, need to make a reservation on Securian Financial Free First Sunday due to limited capacity. Members also may need to reserve or buy tickets for special events.
Parking Ramp Changes
The World Trade Center parking ramp has undergone updates and is now cashless. Please continue to bring your parking ticket with you to the museum for validation for the reduced rate. Additionally, the parking ramp has updated its pricing. Parking now costs $7.50 + tax for three hours and $1 + tax for each additional 30 minutes.
Events & Calendar
Members-Only Nights
The museum offers a series of members-only nights, when members can explore all their favorite exhibits after regular hours. Admission is free for members, but space is limited.
Special Events
Museum members receive special discounted pricing on ticketed events at the museum throughout the year.
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Museum Membership Benefits
Household Membership
Benefits Begin Immediately
Your membership is active as soon as you complete your purchase.
Free Admission for One Year
Unlimited visits for one year for two named adults and all children under age 18 living in the same household.
Discount at Museum Café and Store
Show your member admission sticker for a 10% discount on food, drinks and merchandise at Tomato Tomäto on the museum’s second floor.
Discounts at Partner Retailers and Attractions
Save on tickets or membership at various stores and attractions. | Member Bonus Benefits
Discounts on Museum Happenings
Members receive discounts on special events, Private Play Times and more. See Bonus Discounts for details.
Discounted Guest Tickets
Members receive a discount on up to six guest tickets per visit. Guest tickets cost $16.95, which is up to $8 off the regular onsite admission price.
Half-Price Admission to Children’s Museum Nationwide
Members get 50% off admission for up to six guests at participating children’s museums across the U.S. via the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) Reciprocal Network.
Members-Only Nights
The museum hosts a series of members-only nights throughout the year, giving members the opportunity to explore the entire museum during non-public hours.
Household Plus Perks
All the benefits of the Household membership level, plus…
Six Parking Passes
Valid only at the World Trade Center parking ramp while visiting Minnesota Children’s Museum
Four Admission Tickets
Redeemable at the box office during normal hours. Use tickets yourself, share with friends and family or donate to a charitable cause.
Four Ice Cream Treats
Valid only at the museum café
Special Gift
Exclusive museum branded item
Discounted Admission at Science Centers and Museums Nationwide
Free or discounted admission at participating science centers and museums across the U.S. via the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) Travel Passport Program*.
*Institutions within 90 miles of Minnesota Children’s Museum, including the Science Museum of Minnesota, Bell Museum, The Bakken Museum and The Works Museum, are excluded.
Renew and Keep Your Unused Benefits
If you're a current Plus Perks member and you renew your membership prior to the expiration date, you'll keep all of your remaining perks to use during the next membership year. Call 651-225-6000 for more information.
All Play Membership
Verifying All Play Eligibility
Be prepared to show an EBT card, WIC card or NSLP eligibility letter when visiting the museum for the first time as an All Play member.
Member Tips
For quicker entrance when you arrive, have your ID and membership card ready. You may leave the museum and re-enter with your admission sticker. Visit the Member Corner for more information about taking full advantage of your membership.
Benefits Begin Immediately
Your membership is active as soon as you complete your purchase.
Free Admission for One Year
Unlimited visits for one year for two named adults and all children under age 18 living in the same household.
One Free Guest Each Visit
Free admission for a friend, caregiver, grandparent or other relative every visit. The guest can be a different person each visit. At least one person in the member family, either an adult or a child, must attend with the guest.
Discount at Museum Café and Store
Show your member admission sticker for a 10% discount on food, drinks and merchandise at Tomato Tomäto on the museum’s second floor.
Discounts at Partner Retailers and Attractions
Save on tickets or membership at various stores and attractions. | Member Bonus Benefits
Discounts on Museum Happenings
Members receive discounts on special events, Private Play Times and more. See Bonus Discounts for details.
Members-Only Nights
The museum hosts a series of members-only nights throughout the year, giving members the opportunity to explore the entire museum during non-public hours.
All Play Plus Perks
All the benefits of the Household level, plus…
Six Parking Passes
Valid only at the World Trade Center parking ramp while visiting Minnesota Children’s Museum
Four Admission Tickets
- You get four paper tickets redeemable at the box office during normal hours
- Share tickets with friends or relatives or donate to a charitable cause
Four Ice Cream Treats
Valid only at the museum café
Special Gift
Exclusive museum branded item
Discounted Admission at Science Centers and Museums Nationwide
Free or discounted admission at participating science centers and museums across the U.S. via the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) Travel Passport Program*.
*Institutions within 90 miles of Minnesota Children’s Museum, including the Science Museum of Minnesota, Bell Museum, The Bakken Museum and The Works Museum, are excluded.
How to Redeem Perks
Parking: Bring your ticket from the World Trade Center ramp to the box office and ask for a parking pass to pay the fee upon exiting the ramp
Ice Cream: Ask at the box office for a coupon good for one treat
Tickets and Special Gift: Pick up at the box office
All perks may be redeemed by a member named on the membership or guest (flex member). If you do not wish to allow guests to redeem your perks, please contact the museum.
Keeping Track of Perks
The museum will keep track of which perks have been redeemed.
Keep Your Unused Benefits! Renew prior to the membership expiration date and you'll receive all of your remaining Plus Perks benefits. Call 651-225-6000 for more information.
Bonus Membership Discounts
As a museum member, you can receive discounts at the museum, partner retailers and attractions. Be prepared to show your museum membership card and a valid I.D. to receive these discounts.
Members Save 20% Off Tickets to Disney On Ice: Find Your Hero
Museum members receive a discount on all spring break and summer camps at the museum.
Private Play Time
Members save 25% use code MEMBERPPT at check out.
Must show membership card at check in.
All Play Members save 50% use code ALLPLAYPPT at check out.
Must show membership card at check in.
Visit Private Playtime for more details.
Save 10% off your purchase at the museum café or store. Just show your membership card or museum member sticker at checkout.
All members get 50% off admission for up to six guests at participating children’s museums across the U.S. via the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) Reciprocal Network.
Plus Perks members receive free or discounted admission at participating science centers and museums across the U.S. via the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC) Travel Passport Program*.
Learn more about becoming a Plus Perks member to take advantage of this benefit.
*Institutions within 90 miles of Minnesota Children’s Museum, including the Science Museum of Minnesota, Bell Museum, The Bakken Museum and The Works Museum, are excluded.
Receive $5 off an Individual; Dual/Individual Plus; or Household/Grandparents Basic, Plus, or Passport level membership. Discount only available on-site at the Bell Museum.
Spend $10 or more and get one FREE 4oz bag of Chicago mix popcorn.
Receive a $5 discount on a membership or $2 off general admission tickets for the day of visit at the Great lakes Aquarium.
Receive $2 off admission or $10 off a membership when you visit and show your membership card in person.
Receive $3 off Science Museum admission tickets or $5 off a full price Explorer or Explorer+ level Science Museum membership.
Receive $2 off general admission or $10 off a Family, Dual, Grandparent or Homeschool membership. Discount only valid in person at The Works Museum.