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  1. How can I buy or renew a membership?
  2. What memberships are available?
  3. What is the difference between a Family Membership and a Family Plus Membership?
  4. What are the membership policies regarding visitation, children and caregivers?
  5. May I bring guests for free with my membership?
  6. May I use guest passes at another museum?
  7. What other science centers and museums can I visit with my membership?
  8. Can I upgrade my membership to a higher level?
  9. If I join at the museum, will my ticket price for the day be applied to the cost of the membership?
  10. Is my membership tax deductible?
  11. What do I do if I lose my membership card?
  12. Can I use my membership card to visit as part of a field trip group?

 

  1. How can I buy or renew a membership?

    • Join, renew or purchase a gift membership via secure, online transaction.
    • Print this form and mail it to: Membership / New York Hall of Science / 47-01 111th Street / Corona, NY 11368
    • Sign up at the museum Admissions Desk or the Membership Desk
    • Call the Membership department at 718-699-0005 ext 350
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  2. What memberships are available?

    All membership categories include FREE admission to NYSCI and Core Membership Benefits. View a full list of membership categories and benefits.
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  3. What is the difference between a Family Membership and a Family Plus Membership?


    Family membership includes Core Membership Benefits for 2 adults and 4 children. Family Plus includes Core Membership Benefits for 2 adults and 6 children, plus free admission to the Science Playground and free guest passes.
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  4. What are the Membership Policies regarding Visitation, Children and Caregivers?


    Visitation At least one adult covered by the membership must be present for any member visit. The member must provide proof of identity such as a valid driver's license or other photo identification at the point of admission, along with a valid membership card. Admission privileges provided by the membership for "children" are transferable.

    Children Children under age 2 are admitted free and need not be covered by a membership. When a membership specifies "children," this refers to individuals aged 3-17 years. Adult children of members (over the age of 18) or other adults may not be substituted when "children" are indicated. Children need not live in the same household as the member.

    Caregiver Policy A designated caregiver must be at least 18 years of age, and caregiver membership cards are not transferable. Caregiver privileges are valid only when the caregiver is accompanied by children age 0-17.

    When bringing member children to the museums, the caregiver must present:

    1. Valid caregiver membership card
    2. Proof of caregiver identity

    If the caregiver changes during the course of the membership year, a designated adult must return the old caregiver membership card (via mail or in person to any Member Desk), and we will issue a new one in exchange, free of charge. (We reserve the right to limit the number of times per year a family may change caregiver cards.)

    Please note that a NYSCI caregiver membership card is not valid for participating in the ASTC Travel Passport Program. Other museum's caregiver cards are not accepted at NYSCI.
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  5. May I bring guests for free with my membership?


    Family Plus     and Corporate Plus members receive guest passes: 4 for 1-year members, 8 for 2-year members. Donor and Supporter members receive 8 guest passes for 1-year members and 12 guest passes for 2-year members. Guest passes are one-time use only and cannot be replaced if lost or mishandled.
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  6. May I use guest passes at another museum?

    No, guest passes are valid only at NYSCI.
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  7. What other science centers and museums can I visit with my membership?

    All membership levels receive free admission to over 300 science and technology centers worldwide. As each museum has its own reciprocal admission policy, we encourage you to call ahead to the museum you visit. Participating institutions
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  8. Can I upgrade my membership to a higher level?

    If you'd like to upgrade your membership to a higher level, you may do so by paying the difference in price of the two memberships. To do this, please call 718-699-0005 ext 350 or visit the Admissions Desk or Membership Desk at NYSCI.
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  9. If I join at the museum, will my ticket price for the day be applied to the cost of the membership?

    Yes, up to $25 of the cost of your admission on the same day may be applied towards a new membership. A membership representative at the Admissions Desk or Membership Desk can do this for you.
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  10. Is my membership tax deductible?

    Yes, your membership is fully tax deductible to the extent allowable by law.
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  11. What do I do if I lose my membership card?

    The adult(s) designated on the membership may visit the museum by presenting proof of identity, such as a valid driver's license or other government issued photo identification. You may also purchase a replacement membership card for $5.
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  12. Can I use my membership card to visit as part of a field trip group?

    No, reservations for field trips are made through our reservations office. Memberships at NYSCI are for family visits and are not valid for group trips.
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