Become a Member
Together we can make a vital, vibrant, and healthy ocean possible.
Our members enjoy a year of free admission, discounts, exclusive hours, and more. Members also provide crucial support for our mission to protect the blue planet, letting us be there for rescued and endangered animals who need our help.
Need information about your membership? Or, unsure of the status of your membership? Visit our Member Portal.
PURCHASE A MEMBERSHIP FOR YOUR HOUSEHOLD
Membership Benefits
As a member, you have access thousands of animals, awe-inspiring underwater worlds, and countless opportunities to learn.
All Members Enjoy:
- Free express Aquarium admission for a full year*
- Free subscription to our magazine, blue, which will keep you in-the-know with articles and features highlighting our conservation and research
- Free subscription to SeaMail, our member e-newsletter
- Free members-only Aquarium hours throughout the year
- Exclusive invitations to events
- Digital membership card & Member Portal
- Discounted Aquarium admission for additional guests (10%)*
- Discounted dining and gift shop purchases (10%)
- Discounted Simons Theatre tickets* (25%)
- Discounts for nearby parking
- Discounted Aquarium Whale Watch tickets (20%)*
- Discounted Animal Encounters
- Exclusive opportunity to join the New England Aquarium Dive Club for $15 per member household
*Limited to the number of admissions permitted with your membership level
Individual: $79
- Admits one named member every day
Dual: $129
- Admits two every day (one named member and one guests OR two named members)
Friends & Family: $179
- Admits four every day (one named member and three guests OR two named members and two guests)
Friends & Family Plus: $229
- Admits six every day (one named member and five guests OR two named members and four guests)
Ocean Guardian: $289
- Admits eight every day (one named member and seven guests OR two named members and six guests)
- Invitation to our Annual Insider’s Event*
*Limited to the number of admissions permitted with your membership level
- At least one member must be present and included in the admission count when visiting. Memberships are nonrefundable and nontransferable, and are revocable licenses.
- Membership levels, benefits, and prices are subject to change without notice.
- Discounted Aquarium admission for additional guests (not to exceed the number of guests permitted by your membership level) must be purchased in person by the member for same-day use.
- Simons Theatre one-time use passes (which were included in some of our previous membership levels), expire on the same date as your membership, and cannot be accepted for special presentations or events.
- Membership benefits may not be used in conjunction with school or group trips.
- Memberships are intended for private households. However, the Aquarium does offer group discounts.
- The New England Aquarium is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Membership Pricing
Please note: Memberships are intended for private households; however, the Aquarium does offer corporate memberships and group discounts.
Membership Pricing
Individual
$79Dual
$129Friends & Family
$179Friends & Family Plus
$229Ocean Guardian
$289Massachusetts teachers in the MTA or BTU unions and military receive a 15% discount* on membership.
*Discount can only be applied to memberships purchased in person at the Aquarium. Massachusetts Teacher Association or Boston Teachers Union cardholders must show their MTA or BTU card. Active-duty U.S. military personnel and U.S. military veterans also qualify for the membership discount. Active-duty military personnel must show their military ID. Veterans can show proof of veteran status by presenting their DD forms, an NGB form, or a veteran’s ID card. Dependents of active-duty military are only covered under the membership purchased by the active-duty member (i.e., Dual or higher memberships) and do not qualify to receive a discount on Individual memberships.
Member FAQs
Review answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about membership at the New England Aquarium.
Member Updates
Already a member? Here's where you can find more information about your membership, including how to check in when you visit and dates for exclusive member events.
Start Your Year of Fun
Become a member, starting at $79 per year. Let’s take action for the ocean, together.
Gift of Membership
Through a gift of membership, your gift recipient will have so many unforgettable adventures with us, and experience all the Aquarium has to offer, both in-person and virtually. It’s like unwrapping your present again every time they visit!
Giving Society
Take your giving to the next level. Your investment of $500 or more will supporting the Aquarium’s daily operations and animal care, as well as ocean conservation research and action. Giving Society members also enjoy all member benefits and more!
Other Ways to Support the Aquarium
Plan Your Next Visit
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