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As a donor to our Annual Fund, you are both a member and 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. We appreciate your support as we emphasize the beauty of nature and environmental education. Partner with us!*

Join the many people in Hampton Roads who already support the museum. Click here to see a list of our current Annual Fund partners.

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
Free guest pass(es)
Discounts on special programs, camps, classes, birthday parties for the member
10% discount in ‘Wild Things’ museum store
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
Access to over 250 ASTC museums world-wide (not valid within 90 miles of VLM) - Click here for the ASTC website updates
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 activities/extra displays/games and a light snack to enjoy an inexpensive night out
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!
Members window cling - win prizes for showing off your sticker!
20% discount in Wild Side Café.
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 pesonal 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, ten additional guests per visit, a lunch with the Director and museum rental discount.

* 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.

Corporate Matching Gift

Matching gifts are contributions donated by your employer that match your contributions, usually on a one-to-one basis. When your gift is matched by your company, it may elevate you to a higher level of recognition. For more information on matching gift eligibility, please ask your employer, or contact the Virginia Living Museum Development Office.

Join Now!

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

Call the Development Department at 757-595 1900 ext. 286, or click here to complete the on-line form.