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As a member, or donor, you are an active partner in our mission to educate. Our live animal exhibits, educational classes and special programs enlighten visitors to the wonders of Virginia, all in one building. Partner with us as we emphasize the beauty of nature and environmental education!

Membership Advantages

Join us today and you'll enjoy an entire year of free admission to the museum and exclusive events. Each time you visit the museum, simply present your membership card and valid photo ID to receive the following benefits.

Unlimited museum admission for the entire year

Unlimited admission to daytime scheduled planetarium shows

Discounts on special programs, camps, classes, birthday parties for the member

10% discount in "Wild Things" museum store and Members' Annual HolidaySale

Free subscription to our museum newsletter “Paws & Reflect”

Invitations to members’ only events: We offer our members a variety of special programs, events, member nights and exhibit previews to enjoy throughout the year

A personalized membership card with attached free guest pass(es)

Access to over 250 ASTC museums world-wide (not valid within 90 miles of VLM) - Click here for the ASTC website updates or pick up a copy at the Admission Desk.

Children’s Birthday Club: Receive a birthday card and special surprise at your next visit

Members’ only previews: Your opportunity to view our newest exhibits before they open to the public! Member previews are always family-friendly and include extra activities just for our members

Members’ only “Behind the Scenes Tour” contest: Our Curatorial Director gives one lucky winner and their family a personal tour of the inner workings of our museum. Entry slips can be obtained from the front desk, one each time you visit the museum. Drop your slip into the bucket for your chance to win a tour!

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20% discount in Wild Side Café.

Members with the guest option must accompany guests.

Please note that memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Membership Levels

The level of membership you choose determines how you use the museum.

Basic Membership Levels

1 Year

3 Years

Individual

$40

$100

Full advantages for the individual.

Couple

$65

$170

Full advantages for 2 adults living at the same address.

Family

$85

$230

Full advantages for 2 adults and their minor children living at the same address.

Family with 3 Guests

$110

$295

Full advantages for 2 adults and their minor children living at the same address; plus admission for 3 guests each visit.

Grandparents with 3 Guests

$85

$230

Full advantages for 2 adults living at the same address; plus admission for 3 guests each visit.

Grandparents with 6 Guests

$110

$295

Full advantages for 2 adults living at the same address; plus admission for 6 guests each visit.

Premium Membership Levels *

Donation Amount

Sponsor

$200 - $349

Premium Advantages:

All basic membership advantages (above)

Family with 3 guests membership

Annual Report recognition

Sustainer

$350 - $499

All premium advantages; plus 2 additional guests per visit.

Patron

$500 - $999

All premium advantages; plus 4 additional guests per visit.

Green Heron

$1,000 - $1,249

All premium advantages, plus a personal museum tour, recognition on a donor plaque in the museum, invitations to special “Heron Society” events and 4 additional guests per visit.

Snowy Egret

$1,250 - $1,499

All premium advantages, plus a personal museum tour, recognition on a donor plaque in the museum, invitations to special “Heron Society” events and 6 additional guests per visit.

Tricolor Heron

$1,500 - $2,499

All premium advantages, plus a personal museum tour, recognition on a donor plaque in the museum, invitations to special “Heron Society” events, and 8 additional guests per visit.

American Egret

$2,500 - $4,999

All premium advantages, plus a personal museum tour, recognition on a donor plaque in the museum, invitations to special “Heron Society” events, private behind-the-scenes tour, 10 additional guests per visit, and a lunch with the Director.

Great Blue Heron

$5,000+

All premium advantages, plus a personal museum tour, recognition on a donor plaque in the museum, invitations to special “Heron Society” events, private behind-the-scenes tour, ten additional guests per visit, a lunch with the Director, and museum rental discount.

Memberships at this level support our Annual Fund, the care of over 245 native species of animals and our educational programming.

* Premium Memberships are tax deductible to the full extent of the law; please consult your tax attorney for specific guidelines. The Virginia Living Museum is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) Internal Revenue Service designation. All memberships, donations and gifts enable us to operate each year. A financial statement is available upon written request from the Office of Consumer Affairs, PO Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218.

Join Now!

It's easy to join by phone, mail or on-line.

Call Gina Shackelford on 757-595 1900 ext. 240, click here to print a mail form, or click here to complete the on-line form.

For Premium Membership, Annual Fund and Corporate Partnership inquiries, contact the Development Department at 757-595-1900 ext. 286.