Membership Levels & Benefits

Join us today and enjoy an entire year of free admission and exclusive events.

Benefits

Free admission for one year
Express entry through our member entrance
10% discount in our gift and bookstore
Discounts on Aquarium Adventures programs and special events
Previews of special exhibitions
Exclusive e-mail announcements and monthly e-newsletter
Shorelines, our member magazine
A special toll-free help line with live operator
Personalized membership cards

Donor Circles

By joining the Monterey Bay Aquarium as a member in one of our Donor Circles, you’ll become a powerful voice for ocean conservation while enjoying additional benefits, including invitations to exclusive donor events. Additional guest cards and recognition on our donor plaque in the Aquarium are available with your gift of $1,000 or more.

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Levels

$250 Ocean Advocate

($200 is tax deductible)

All membership benefits plus:

2 transferable guest cards*; member need not accompany guest
Priority seating in the ocean-front Portola Restaurant with advanced reservations
Personalized membership cards for two named adults plus children or grandchildren ages 3-21

$149 Member

(Fully tax deductible)

All membership benefits plus:

Personalized membership cards for two named adults plus children or grandchildren ages 3-21

$75 Individual Member

(Fully tax deductible)

All membership benefits plus:

Personalized membership card for one named adult

$50 Senior or Student Member

$90 for two Seniors or Students

(Fully tax deductible)

All membership benefits plus:

Personalized membership card for each member (children or grandchildren NOT included)

*Guest cards are not intended for commercial use and each card is limited to one person per day.

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Membership Office

Hours:
9 a.m.–5 p.m., Mon.–Fri.
Tel:
(800) 840-4880
(831) 648-4880
Fax:
(831) 644-7554
E-mail Membership

Celebrating 25 Years of Ocean Conservation