Explore the Benefits of Membership
Membership means more than unlimited visits — it’s a full year of hands-on discovery, imagination, and unforgettable family fun. Enjoy unlimited general admission, local partner reciprocals, flat-rate parking, and early access to special exhibits, all while supporting science education and curiosity in young minds.
Express Entry
Skip the lines and enjoy a faster check-in with your digital membership card—just scan and go! Want to add guest passes, visit the Butterfly Encounter, or catch a movie during your visit? Purchase your tickets online in advance of your visit, and breeze through with a quick scan upon arrival.
ASTC Passport Program
Get free or discounted admission to 300+ science centers nationwide — 90+ miles from home.
Local Partner Reciprocals
Take advantage of limited-time offers for free or discounted entry at some local partner attractions.
New Exhibit Previews
Be the first to explore all the new exhibits at exclusive member-only preview events.
Tax-Deductible
Your membership supports science education — and it's tax-deductible, too!
20% Off Programs
Members save 20% or more on most Science Center programs, including Science@Home activity kits, workshops, select special events, and more.
10% Off Birthday Parties
Celebrate big, and save! Get 10% off our out-of-this-world birthday party packages.
10% Off Gift Shop Purchases
Bring the fun home for less — simply show your digital membership card at checkout to save.
$5 Flat Rate Parking
Enjoy $5 flat rate parking in the Science Center Garage during regular Science Center hours.
Current Reciprocals
Connecticut Trolley Museum
July 1-31 | 50% Off General Admission
The Connecticut Trolley Museum in East Windsor is the oldest incorporated trolley museum in the U.S., offering rides on restored vintage streetcars along a 1.5-mile track. Visitors can explore over 70 historic rail vehicles and tour the adjacent Fire Truck Museum.
Beardsley Zoo
Year-Round | 50% Off General Admission
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo features over 300 animals from North and South America across 52 acres. Highlights include a tropical rainforest exhibit, historic carousel, and conservation programs for endangered species like red wolves and Amur tigers.
ASTC Passport Program
Year-Round | Multiple Discounts Available
Through this program, our members can enjoy exclusive perks, including free general admission to a wide range of participating science centers and museums throughout the country (90+ miles from your home residence and the museum you belong to).
Take Discovery Further
Through the ASTC Passport Program, Connecticut Science Center Members can enjoy exclusive perks, including free general admission to participating science centers and museums throughout the country (90+ miles from your home residence and the museum you belong to). Benefits may vary by location, and certain restrictions may apply. Click below for the current comprehensive list of participating venues, visit details, and requirements by location.
Adopt a Butterfly
Symbolically adopt a tropical butterfly and support our mission and programs. You'll receive a certificate, photo, and species info. It’s a unique, meaningful gift—and a great addition to any Membership!
Explore Membership Options
Find the right fit for you! Check out our Membership options below to make the perfect selection.
| Membership Only | $95 | Select Membership |
| Membership + Butterfly Encounter | $110 | Select Membership |
| 2-Person Membership | $145 | Select Membership |
| 2-Person + Butterfly Encounter | $175 | Select Membership |
| 2-Person + Caregiver | $205 | Select Membership |
| 2-Person + Butterfly & Caregiver | $235 | Select Membership |
| 3-Person Membership | $180 | Select Membership |
| 3-Person + Butterfly Encounter | $225 | Select Membership |
| 3-Person + Caregiver | $240 | Select Membership |
| 3-Person + Butterfly & Caregiver | $285 | Select Membership |
| 4-Person Membership | $215 | Select Membership |
| 4-Person + Butterfly Encounter | $275 | Select Membership |
| 4-Person + Caregiver | $275 | Select Membership |
| 4-Person + Butterfly & Caregiver | $335 | Select Membership |
| 5-Person Membership | $250 | Select Membership |
| 5-Person + Butterfly Encounter | $325 | Select Membership |
| 5-Person + Caregiver | $310 | Select Membership |
| 5-Person + Butterfly & Caregiver | $385 | Select Membership |
| 6-Person Membership | $285 | Select Membership |
| 6-Person + Butterfly Encounter | $375 | Select Membership |
| 6-Person + Caregiver | $345 | Select Membership |
| 6-Person + Butterfly & Caregiver | $435 | Select Membership |
| Individual Access Membership | $20 | Select Membership |
| Individual Access + Butterfly Encounter | $35 | Select Membership |
| 2-Person Access Membership | $40 | Select Membership |
| 2-Person Access + Butterfly Encounter | $70 | Select Membership |
| 2-Person Access + Caregiver | $100 | Select Membership |
| 2-Person Access + Butterfly & Caregiver | $130 | Select Membership |
| 3-Person Access Membership | $60 | Select Membership |
| 3-Person Access + Butterfly Encounter | $105 | Select Membership |
| 3-Person Access + Caregiver | $120 | Select Membership |
| 3-Person Access + Butterfly & Caregiver | $165 | Select Membership |
| 4-Person Access Membership | $80 | Select Membership |
| 4-Person Access + Butterfly Encounter | $140 | Select Membership |
| 4-Person Access + Caregiver | $140 | Select Membership |
| 4-Person Access + Butterfly & Caregiver | $200 | Select Membership |
| 5-Person Access Membership | $100 | Select Membership |
| 5-Person Access + Butterfly Encounter | $175 | Select Membership |
| 5-Person Access + Caregiver | $160 | Select Membership |
| 5-Person Access + Butterfly & Caregiver | $235 | Select Membership |
| 6-Person Access Membership | $120 | Select Membership |
| 6-Person Access + Butterfly Encounter | $210 | Select Membership |
| 6-Person Access + Caregiver | $185 | Select Membership |
| 6-Person Access + Butterfly & Caregiver | $270 | Select Membership |
Membership Office
Monday-Friday, 9AM-4PM
(860) 520-2160
membership@ctsciencecenter.org
CONTACT US
Membership means more than unlimited visits — it’s a full year of hands-on discovery, imagination, and unforgettable family fun. Enjoy unlimited general admission, local partner reciprocals, flat-rate parking, and early access to special exhibits, all while supporting science education and curiosity in young minds. Our team is here to assist with any questions you may have.