Memberships
Support GCM by becoming a member today and enjoy a full year of imagination and discovery! Your little one will play with purpose in over 35,000 square feet of interactive exhibits, participate in innovative daily Family Play Projects, and so much more. There’s something new to discover with each visit to Glazer Children’s Museum!
Membership Levels
At GCM, there are so many ways to play with us as a GCM Member, with fun perks to match! From being able to bring your friends and extended family for a discount to discounts on all of our special events and programs. When you’re a GCM Member, you get a year of imagination and discovery… and then some!
Membership Levels
At GCM, there are so many ways to play with us as a GCM Member, with fun perks to match! From being able to bring your friends and extended family for a discount to discounts on all of our special events and programs. When you’re a GCM Member, you get a year of imagination and discovery… and then some!
Individual Membership – $125 per year
- 12 months of discovery for 1 named adult member
- Bring 1 unnamed guest per visit
*Members must have a photo ID for entry. Names are non-transferable. Non-refundable.
Family Membership – $255 per year
- 12 months of play for 1 named adult plus 3 others
- Max. 1 additional member for $50
- $2 off admission for your guests
- 10% off Camps, Birthday Parties, & Creativity Cafe
- Discounts through the ACM Reciprocal Network
- Discounts to Partnering Organizations
*Members must have a photo ID for entry. Names are non-transferable. Non-refundable.
All-In Family Membership – $350 per year
- 12 months of play for 1 named adult plus 5 others
- Additional members for $50 each
- $2 off admission for your guests
- 10% off Camps, Birthday Parties, & Creativity Cafe
- Discounts through the ACM Reciprocal Network
- Discounts to Partnering Organizations
Members must have a photo ID for entry. Names are non-transferable. Non-refundable.
Become an All-In Family Member
Donor Membership – Starting at $250 per year
Join as a valued Donor Member. Not only will you and your family enjoy all that we have to offer, but you’ll be helping other families in the area enjoy the same access. Each level includes more and more perks than the last!
- Playmaker | $250 ($55 Tax Deductible)
- Exploration | $500 ($305 Tax Deductible)
- Grandparents | $600 ($405 Tax Deductible)
- Imagination | $1,000 ($805 Tax Deductible)
- Dream Builder | $2,500 ($2,305 Tax Deductible)
- Inspiration | $5,000 ($4,805 Tax Deductible)
Members must have a photo ID for entry. Names are non-transferable. Non-refundable.
Reciprocals
GCM Members at the Family membership level receive access to the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) Reciprocal Network. All Glazer Children’s Museum Family membership cardholders must present valid membership documentation and a photo ID for admission into participating reciprocal locations. Some restrictions may apply. Offers exclude special engagements and are not valid with other discounts. Reciprocal participants and dates are subject to change without notice; please review the appropriate website to check for updates.
Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) Reciprocal Network: 50% off admission for a family of 6 to over 140 museums nationwide and Canada. Visit ChildrensMuseums.org for more information.
If you are still unsure if a museum you would like to visit is a participant in either program, please contact that museum directly.
Family & All-In Members receive discounted reciprocals at the following local organizations:
- American Victory Ship: 50% off all the time, up to 5 people
- Clearwater Marine Aquarium: 50% off all the time, up to 5 people
- Dinosaur World: 50% off all the time, up to 5 people
- Florida Aquarium: 50% off all the time, up to 5 people
- FloridaRAMA*: 50% off all the time
- Great Explorations: 50% off for members with an ACM sticker on their card, up to 6 people (follows ACM program rules)
- MOSI: 50% off for members with an ACM sticker on their card, up to 6 people (follows ACM program rules)
*Any ticket discounts provided do not apply to special engagement programs and/or tours, cafe, gift shop purchases or ticketed events
SEASONAL / MONTHLY RECIPROCALS
Family & All-In Members receive free admission for up to 6 people at the following locations throughout the year:
- February: Florida Children’s Museum
- April: Imagine Museum
- May: The James Museum
- August: The Dalí Museum
- September: Great Explorations
- October: Sunken Gardens
- November: Tampa Bay Watch
- December: Bishop Planetarium
Please show your GCM Membership card with a photo ID to receive your discount. Reciprocal is available from the first day of the month until the last day of the month.
FAQ
How do I renew my membership?
You can renew your membership at Guest Services on your next visit or you can renew it online.
Can I use my membership for field trip admission or participation in birthday parties?
No. Memberships cannot be applied to events (ex. field trips) where there is an admission cost. Memberships can only be applied to receive a discount on hosting a birthday party, but not on your participation in another Member’s birthday party.
When is my membership activated?
Memberships and Gift Memberships are activated on the day of purchase and are valid for one year.
What do I do if I misplace my membership card?
Membership replacement cards are available for $5 each. Please request one from Guest Services on your next visit and show a photo ID with the name that matches the one listed on your membership.
Do you have any discounts on purchasing a membership?
Active Military and service members receive a 10% discount on our Family & All-In Memberships. Senior citizens receive a 10% discount when purchasing a Family Membership package.
*Offer is only valid on memberships purchased at GCM and cannot be used for online purchases
What discounts do I receive at local museums and aquariums?
This offer is only for Family & All-In Members. View the list of reciprocals here.
Please show your GCM Membership card with a photo ID to receive your discount.
I’m trying to register online for Membership admission, but it’s making me pay. What do I do?
In order to reserve your spot as a Member, you must log in or register with the matching first and last name, email address, and mailing address that is listed on your Membership. And please make sure you are choosing Member Adult and Member Child when registering as shown below. If you continue to have trouble registering please message us on our Facebook page, we’ll be happy to help you!