Membership IDNYC
IDNYC cardholders ages 18 and older are eligible for a free one-year membership at the American Museum of Natural History. If your IDNYC membership at the Museum has expired, or is about to expire, you are eligible to purchase other memberships at substantially discounted rates. See details at the bottom of the page. Some restrictions apply.
Please bring your valid IDNYC card to any Museum Membership Desk between the hours of 10 am to 4:30 pm. A Guest Service Representative will help you enroll, and you will be able to begin using your membership that day.
Please note: You will need to reserve General Admission tickets in advance of your visit or at a Membership Desk to enter the Museum.
The American Museum of Natural History will allow holders of municipal IDs to apply for a 12-month "New York Membership" at the Museum throughout calendar year 2024. Municipal ID holders who already redeemed a complimentary "New York Membership" at the Museum will not be able to renew it, but will have other memberships available that they can choose to purchase. All additional restrictions still apply.
- This free membership is only available to individuals who are not currently Members and who have not been Members since January 1, 2019.
- If you redeemed a free membership or paid for a membership less than five years ago, you will not be eligible for a free membership with an IDNYC card.
- IDNYC card holders under the age of 18 are not eligible for this free membership package.
- This membership is not transferable, and the card holder must be present.
- Get more information about the IDNYC program, including how to obtain the ID, and information about other institutions.
- For more information about American Museum of Natural History membership with IDNYC, please email us at [email protected]
Free Unlimited General Admission to the Museum
Individuals (plus up to four additional visitors under the age of 18 when accompanied by the New York Membership holder) will receive unlimited complimentary General Admission to the iconic 45 permanent halls of the Museum.
Notice of Upcoming Educational Programming
Throughout the year, the Museum's scientific and educational staff conducts numerous scientifically based educational programs for Members and the public to attend. Members will receive advanced notice of these programs via email.
Discounts in the Museum Shop and Restaurants
Individuals will receive a 10% discount on Museum Shop purchases and a 15% discount on purchases in Museum cafés and the Food Court.
A Museum Membership Card
Individuals will not receive an American Museum of Natural History membership card and must present their IDNYC card during every visit.
In addition, all Members should provide a valid email address to receive informational updates about the Museum.
New York Member Benefits
For one Adult and up to four Children:
General Admission--------------------------------FREE
Giant-Screen Film---------------------------------FREE
One Additional Ticketed Exhibition
Adult-----------------------------------------------$25.00
Senior/Student---------------------------------$20.50
Child-----------------------------------------------$13.50
All Ticketed Exhibitions
Adult-----------------------------------------------$35.00
Senior/Student---------------------------------$28.00
Child-----------------------------------------------$20.00
If your IDNYC membership at the Museum has expired or is about to expire, we have great news! While your free membership through IDNYC is not renewable, we're thrilled to offer you an opportunity to continue your Museum membership for the coming year–with additional benefits, and for a substantial discount of the standard rate. Select one of the two options below:
Dual Membership (two Adults): $139 $124
Family Membership (two Adults and up to four Children: $179 $164
Benefits with your renewal purchase will include the following:
- Free General Admission and free admission to all special exhibitions and shows—on every visit
- $12 parking garage flat rate fee for Members arriving any day from 4 to 11 pm
- Exclusive access to new or renovated galleries when they open
- 10% off Museum Shop purchases, plus Double Discount Days
- 15% off Museum restaurant purchases
- E-newsletters featuring upcoming highlights
- Special off-hours access to the Museum on select evenings
To take advantage of this offer, please call the Membership Office at 212-769-5606. The office is open Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Or, visit any Membership Desk in the Museum and speak with a representative.