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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.

Not a member yet? Join today!

Membership Basics

Overview

  • Free admission for one year
  • Sneak peeks to new exhibits
  • Member-Only Nights
  • Discounts and early access to special events
  • $2 off per ticket for up to six non-member guests each visit
  • 10 percent discount at museum café and store
  • Discounts at partner retailers and attractions
  • 50 percent off admission for up to six people at children’s museums across the U.S. (Passport and above level memberships)

Hours, Parking, Etc.

  • Get information about hours, parking, dining and exhibits. | Visit Info 

Contact Us

Visit Information

Slower & Busier Times

  • No Group Tuesdays – The museum does not book field trips or reserved group visits on Tuesdays
  • Slower Times – If you prefer to visit the museum when it’s less crowded, visit in the afternoon, or on Friday or Saturday evenings. Pleasant, sunny days often are less crowded.
  • Target Free 3rd Sundays – The museum is free to all visitors on the third Sunday of each month. Expect busy galleries. Many members mark their calendars to avoid these days.

Clothing Advice

  • Socks – Visitors must wear socks in The Scramble. No shoes or bare feet are allowed. Adults who stay on the stairs and walkways may leave their shoes on.
  • Getting Wet – Kids might get wet playing in the car wash in Forces at Play or at the water table in Sprouts. Consider bringing a change of clothes.

Lost Cards & Lost Personal Items

  • Replacing lost or stolen membership cards – Call 651-225-6000 or visit the box office
  • Lost and found – 651-225-6000

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Play Tips for Parents

Kid-Powered Play

  • Every exhibit is designed to empower kids to take the lead while growing important skills like critical thinking, creativity, confidence and more.
  • The experiences are hands on, with lots of props, materials and tools. Kids pick their path, create their own stories and drive their own fun.
  • The museum was created to provide dynamic experiences. Gallery components change, teaching artists and other activities are brought in so members and visitors can experience and try something new. Check our emails and Facebook page for information.

Be a Great Play Partner Enhance your child’s play and watch them grow before your eyes. It’s easy:

  • Join your child’s story and add challenges or plot twists.
  • Be ok with repetition. It’s how they master their world.
  • Let your child explore freely.

For more tips and resources on play, visit our parent resource center.

Buy, Renew, Give

Buy, Renew or Give a Membership

Upgrade a Membership

  • Add one or two flex members to your membership at the box office during your next visit or by calling 651-225-6000.

Free Memberships

  • The museum provides scholarship memberships to families with qualifying incomes | All Play Memberships

Donate or Volunteer

Calendar of Events
Rochester Museum Closed

Minnesota Children’s Museum of Rochester is closed. A new play place called Spark is planning to open in summer 2020 at Apache Mall just outside downtown Rochester.

Minnesota Children’s Museum members who purchased a Passport or above membership before Jan. 31, 2020, will receive free admission to the new Spark play space in Rochester through the term of their annual membership or until Jan. 31, 2021, whichever date comes first.

Minnesota Children’s Museum members who purchased a Passport or above membership after Jan. 31, 2020, will receive a 50 percent discount at Spark through the Association of Children’s Museum network.

MEMBERSHIP EXTENSION FAQ
Does my membership get extended to account for the museum being closed?

Yes. All members will automatically get their memberships extended to ensure they get 12 months of free admission to the museum.

Can I cancel or suspend my membership?

We are not cancelling or suspending memberships. Expiration dates have been extended to ensure that members get 12 months of play under their current membership term. Memberships will remain active through the new expiration date. Please call 651-225-6000 with any additional questions.

Are you offering refunds on memberships?

We do not provide full or partial refunds on memberships.

The date on my membership card has expired. Are you sending out new cards?

The museum’s computer system will reflect the new expiration date, so you will be able to check in even if your membership card indicates an expired date. New cards may be issued at check-in during your first visit back to the museum.

Do I still get a discount at other children’s museums?

Yes, admission discounts at children’s museums across the U.S. are still in place, but you will need a current membership card when checking-in at these locations. If you will be traveling and have an expired card, please contact us to obtain a new one. Please allow two weeks for processing and mailing of your new cards.

Why should I renew my membership?

Your membership fee provides valuable support to Minnesota Children’s Museum, a nonprofit organization that’s been providing playful learning experiences for nearly 40 years.

Now is a great time to add a year to your existing membership (which is being extended to ensure that you get a full 12 months of play). We’re planning to raise prices by $10 on the Passport, Deluxe and Premier membership levels on Aug. 1. Renew before then to beat the price increase.

Member Profiles

6 Questions with Dr. Nathan, Jenny & Nchare Chomilo

For about a year now, two-year old Nchare and his parents – Dr. Nathan and Jenny Chomilo – have been members of Minnesota Children’s Museum. We were excited to hear from this family of medical professionals about their experience as museum members and what play means to them. We recently asked them some questions and we love their answers.

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Dynamic Duo: Erica & Sloane

Erica Sunde and her nearly two-year-old daughter Sloane received a museum membership as a gift about a year ago. It’s been a gift that keeps on giving as it has provided this dynamic duo with unlimited fun for a whole year.

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Meet Taj, aka “Ukulele Dad”

Our members are like family to us. We get to meet them and see them on a regular basis and watch their families and kids grow. It’s one of the best parts about working here. We occasionally get the chance to highlight some of our members and the unique personalities and talents they bring to our community. One member who all of our staff know is Taj or, as he’s affectionately known around here, “Ukulele Dad.”

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7 Questions with Member Erica Villanueva

Erica Villanueva and her family have been members of Minnesota Children’s Museum for at least three years. We recently asked Erica some questions about her family, their experiences at the museum and what play means to them. We loved her answers!

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New Member Family: Amber, Tyler & Kids

For two years running, Minnesota Children’s Museum has been a hot spot for Amber, Tyler and their two kids – a daughter (5) and son (2). They have two cats too, although the furbabies stay home when this central Minnesota family makes the trip to the museum.

Read More
Membership Basics

Membership Overview

  • Free admission to St. Paul and Rochester locations for one year
  • Sneak peeks to new exhibits in St. Paul
  • Member-Only Nights
  • Discounts and early access to special events
  • $2 off per ticket for up to six non-member guests each visit
  • 10 percent discount at museum café and store
  • Discounts at partner retailers and attractions
  • 50 percent off admission for up to six people at children’s museums across the U.S. (Passport and above level memberships)

Hours, Parking, Etc.

  • Get information about hours, parking, dining and exhibits. | Visit Info 

Contact Us

Member Tips

Slower & Busier Times

  • No Group Tuesdays – The museum does not book field trips or reserved group visits on Tuesdays
  • Slower Times – If you prefer to visit the museum when it is less crowded, we suggest visiting in the afternoon, or on Friday or Saturday evenings. Pleasant, sunny days often are less crowded.
  • Target Free 3rd Sundays – The museum is free to all visitors on the third Sunday of each month. Expect busy galleries. Many members mark their calendars to avoid these days.

Clothing Advice

  • Socks – Visitors must wear socks in The Scramble. No shoes are bare feet are allowed. Adults who stay on the stairs and walkways may leave their shoes on.
  • Getting Wet – Kids might get wet playing in the car wash in Forces at Play or at the water table in Sprouts. Consider bringing a change of clothes.

Lost Cards & Lost Personal Items

  • Replacing lost or stolen membership cards – Call 651-225-6000 or visit the box office
  • Lost and found – 651-225-6000

Follow us

  • Be in the know! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
  • Sign up for Play News email
Membership Tools

Buy, Renew or Give a Membership

Upgrade a Membership

  • Add one or two flex members to your membership at the box office during your next visit or by calling 651-225-6000.

Free Memberships

  • The museum provides scholarship memberships to families with qualifying incomes | All Play Memberships

Parent Resources

  • Find tips and information to enhance your child’s play at the museum and beyond. | Parent Resources

Donate or Volunteer

Play Tips for Parents

Kid-Powered Play

  • Thinking, moving, doing and exploring. In every exhibit, kids take the lead while growing important skills like critical thinking, creativity, confidence and more.
  • The experiences are hands on, with lots of props, materials and tools. Kids pick their path, create their own stories and drive their own fun.

Be a Great Play Partner

Enhancing your child’s play and watch them grow before your eyes. A few tips:

  • Join your child’s story and add challenges or plot twists.
  • Be ok with repetition. It’s how they master their world.
  • Let your child explore freely.

For more tips and resources on play, visit mcm.org/parent-resources.

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