Membership Benefits

At IMAS, we have a variety of memberships to best serve your needs. Whether you’re a business, caregiver, family of two or 12, we have a membership for you! The IMAS now offers discounted and sponsored memberships that are available to those that qualify for EBT and/or WIC. Members enjoy many benefits, including up to one year of unlimited admission to our location and over 350 participating science and technology centers across the country. Be a part of something special. Join today!

The IMAS membership program is moving to an annual renewal cycle. Membership terms will now follow the January – December calendar year. All IMAS memberships will expire on December 31 of the calendar year and be due for renewal on January 1. Memberships purchased during the year will be prorated by quarter for the remainder of the term.

Included in All Memberships

  • Unlimited FREE general admission for up to 1 full calendar year (group rates excluded)
  • FREE or discounted general admission into over 350 participating science centers thanks to the Association of Science & Technology Centers (ASTC) Travel Passport Program
    (Visit astc.org to see the full list of affiliated centers) **
  • Reduced rates on ticketed events, exhibits, educational programs, and activities
  • 10% discount at the gift shop
  • Discount for IMAS workshops and Operation Imagination camps
  • Exclusive Member eNews
  • FREE subscription to the seasonal IMAS newsletter, Musette
  • Eligible for entry into Annual Juried Member Show
  • Email notifications on upcoming events and workshops
  • Invites to exhibit openings, receptions & special events
  • All or part of your membership contributions may be tax-deductible as the International Museum of Art & Science is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

** Before you travel, here are some ASTC guidelines:

  • Review the science center or museum’s family admittance policy.
  • Pack your ID (or other proof of residence). Admissions staff reserve the right to request proof of residence for benefits to apply.
  • Pack your museum membership card. Participating venues are not required to grant benefits to visitors who forget their cards. There is no universal database with all Passport Program visitors’ member data and expiration dates for admission staff to reference. Some venues will allow you to call the science center or museum you joined to confirm your membership, but they are under no obligation to do so. ASTC does not issue or administer membership cards.
  • Either the primary or secondary adults need to be present at the time of check-in.

  • Includes primary member and 1 guest

Purchase or Renew a Membership

  • Includes 2 listed Adults
  • All the children in the same household under 18 years old

This membership level is available only for those who qualify for EBT/WIC assistance.
Please show a valid EBT/WIC card upon your first visit for purchase or renewal.

Purchase or Renew a Membership

  • Includes 2 listed Adults
  • All the children in the same household under 18 years old

Purchase or Renew a Membership

  • Includes 2 listed Adults
  • All the children in the same household under 18 years old
  • Free admission for 2 additional guests

Purchase or Renew a Membership

  • Includes 2 listed Adults
  • All the children in the same household under 18 years old
  • Free admission for 2 additional guests
  • A personalized Smithsonian membership card
  • Free admission to 50+ other Reciprocal Smithsonian Affiliate Museums throughout the U.S.
  • Subscription to the Smithsonian Magazine (1-year subscription)
  • 10% discount on all Smithsonian Museum Stores, Smithsonian Catalogue, and SmithsonianStore.com
  • Free admission to the Smithsonian’s Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum in New York City
  • 10% discount on all IMAS tickets at the Smithsonian

Purchase or Renew a Membership

  • Includes 2 listed Adults
  • All the children in the same household under 18 years old
  • Free admission for 2 additional guests
  • All benefits from the Smithsonian Membership level
  • *NEW Each Visionary membership funds 3 Family memberships for families in need through the Pay It Forward program

Purchase or Renew a Membership

IMAS is accepting membership donations through Visionary Membership purchases and individual restricted donations to serve families who qualify for Membership for All (WIC/EBT). These memberships will be granted as a scholarship to families in need by application beginning in 2023 for the 2024 membership year. A direct, restricted donation of $25 can fully fund one Family membership through the Pay It Forward Membership Fund.

Applications will be accepted June 1 through August 31 for the Pay It Forward membership program, and memberships will be issued in September 2023 for the following calendar year. Applications will be available online and in person at IMAS beginning June 1.

Visionary Members automatically support this fund with 3 Family memberships issued to families in need for each Visionary membership sold.

To make a direct gift to this fund, please call Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator, at 956.681.2817 or donate online now at this link.

Purchase or Renew a Membership

Contribute to the Pay It Forward Membership Program Fund

The IMAS membership program follows an annual renewal cycle. Membership terms follow the January – December calendar year. All IMAS memberships will expire on December 31 of the calendar year and be due for renewal on January 1. Memberships purchased during the year will be prorated by quarter for the remainder of the term.

Effective May 12, 2021, quarterly membership rates will take effect for 2021 membership. All new and renewing members will purchase membership according to the following prorates.

  • All Memberships will expire on December 31 of the calendar year and due for renewal on January 1 of the calendar year.
  • New Memberships or renewal of expired memberships purchased after April 1 may pay the prorated 75% of membership fee.
  • New Memberships or renewal of expired memberships purchased after July 1 may pay the prorated 50% of membership fee.

Memberships purchased or renewed before this date will be valid for their full term and proration will be effective at their time of renewal.

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Member Appreciation Night
Friday, June 2, 2023, 5:00-7:00 PM

Join us Friday, June 2 for Member Appreciation Night! This annual after-hours event includes a lineup of art activities, demonstrations, tours, and store discounts you won’t want to miss. Please email Aylaia Sifuentes, Development & Membership Coordinator, with any questions. Learn more about IMAS Membership here. Member Appreciation Night is free for members and one guest. Memberships can be purchased at the door.

Pay It Forward Membership Program *NEW!*

For families whose barrier to accessing our museum is primarily a financial one, the Pay It Forward program can help by covering the cost of a family membership. Sponsored memberships are only available to first-time members who qualify for state assistance programs such as SNAP and WIC and are limited to available funds.

By supporting the Pay It Forward Fund, we can work together to begin shaping tomorrow’s leaders in important cultural and STEM fields.
All Visionary Members automatically support 3 gift memberships for families in need through the Pay It Forward program. A direct, restricted donation of $25 can fully fund one Family membership through the Pay It Forward Membership Fund.

Applications will be accepted June 1 through August 31 for the Pay It Forward membership program, and memberships will be awarded in September 2023 for the following calendar year. Applications will be available online and in person at IMAS beginning June 1.
To make a direct gift to this fund, please call Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator, at 956.681.2817 or donate online now.

ASTC PASSPORT WHITE

Travel Passport Program

As a member of a science center or museum participating in the ASTC Travel Passport Program, you are eligible for benefits such as free general admission when you travel outside of your local area. Exclusions apply and benefits vary.

Annual Membership FAQs

All IMAS memberships are activated upon purchase. You can begin using your membership at the IMAS even if your membership card hasn’t arrived yet. Please bring a photo ID to the IMAS Visitor Services desk for check-in.

Please visit our membership page for details on our available membership levels, pricing, and benefits. You can purchase or renew your IMAS membership online or in person at the IMAS Visitor Services desk.
For membership questions or to purchase or renew your membership over the phone, please call Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator at 956.681.2817 or email asifuentes@theimasonline.com
Memberships are active immediately upon purchase.

At least one named cardholder must be present for every visit. With Family level memberships and above, you can name two adults (ages 18+) as cardholders. Keep in mind, we also offer a caretaker pass for a fee in instances where there is another family member or caregiver that might visit without either of the primary cardholders present. Caretaker passes are limited to one per membership.

Please visit the IMAS Visitor Services desk to add an additional adult/caregiver to your account.

Yes! All IMAS Museum memberships are included in the ASTC Travel Passport Program. As a member of a science center or museum participating in the ASTC Travel Passport Program, you are eligible for benefits such as free general admission when you travel outside of your local area. Exclusions apply and benefits vary. If you travel 90 miles away from the IMAS Museum AND your home address, you can gain free general admission to hundreds of participating museums. Find the list here.

You must present your current membership card and photo ID to receive free or reduced admission. Reciprocal benefits vary so be sure to check the ASTC Passport Program for rules. When in doubt, call ahead! You may find the contact information for each participating museum on the Passport Participant list on the ASTC website.

If you are an ASTC member from a valid, participating museum that is 90+ miles away from the IMAS Museum (and your home address is also 90+ miles away from the IMAS Museum), bring your membership card from a participating institution to the IMAS Visitor Services desk. Here you can secure free general admission for up to 2 adults and 2 children; does not include special events or exhibits/programs with additional fees.

Membership cards are mailed out one week after purchase to the mailing address provided during purchase. If you plan to visit the museum but have not received your card in the mail yet, you can visit and check-in with a photo ID. All memberships are active immediately upon purchase.

To request that your membership not be mailed but instead available for pick up at the museum please contact Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator at asifuentes@theimasonline.com or call 956-681-2817.

The IMAS membership program follows an annual renewal cycle. Membership terms follow the January – December calendar year. All IMAS memberships will expire on December 31 of the calendar year and be due for renewal on January 1. Memberships purchased during the year will be prorated by quarter for the remainder of the term and will expire December 31 of the same year.

Effective May 12, 2021, quarterly membership rates will take effect for 2021 membership. All new and renewing members will purchase membership according to the following prorates.

  • All Memberships will expire on December 31 of the calendar year and due for renewal on January 1 of the calendar year.
  • New Memberships or renewal of expired memberships purchased after April 1 may pay the prorated 75% of membership fee.
  • New Memberships or renewal of expired memberships purchased after July 1 may pay the prorated 50% of membership fee.

Memberships purchased or renewed before this date will be valid for their full term and proration will be effective at their time of renewal.

Individual memberships may only have one listed cardholder and all cardholders must be 18+. For Family level memberships and above, up to two cardholders may be listed on a card. All cardholders must be adults in the same household. Please note that once cards are distributed, cardholders can only be changed or removed during renewal or any time for a reprint fee of $5.00.

A third adult (ie: a nanny, grandparent, or other caregiver) who brings your children to the Museum can be added as an authorized user with their own card under your membership for a fee of $10.00. This benefit is limited to Family level memberships or above and only one additional caregiver per family may be added. Caretakers will check in with their own card under your membership with a photo ID.

Please visit the IMAS Visitor Services desk to add an additional adult/caregiver to your account.

Individual memberships include one guest and Family and above include 2 guests. General Admission tickets for any additional member guests beyond the number covered by your membership are full price.

Museum visitors may register for upcoming events and purchase admission tickets in advance online here.

Members will be able to reserve their free general admission tickets online, either during the checkout page when buying/renewing their membership or by logging in as an existing member.

How to Set Up Your Online Member Portal:

Please follow the steps below to set up your new account if you have not done so already. If you have already used the new online portal, you should be all set and can log in now!

Instructions for creating a member e-commerce account for the first time:

Click the “Log In” or “My Account” buttons on our website, or use this link: https://sales.theimasonline.org/Accounts.aspx?
Click the “Register” tab.
Check the box for “I am a Member.”
In the first box, type in your Member ID (aka Patron ID) located on your membership card.
In your second box, type in the last name that your membership is registered under.
Click the Create Web Account button.
Enter the email address that your membership is registered under.
Create a username.
Create a password.
Re-enter the password.
Click the “Log In” button.

This can be done at the IMAS Visitor Services desk or by calling Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator at 956-681-2817. There is a $5 fee for printed replacement cards.

The IMAS now offers discounted and sponsored memberships to those that qualify for EBT and/or WIC. Membership For All level is a discounted Family membership and may be purchased at any time for a discounted membership fee of $25.00.

For individuals and families whose barrier to accessing our museum is primarily a financial one, the Pay It Forward Membership Fund can help by covering the cost of membership. Sponsored Family memberships are only available to first-time members who qualify for state assistance programs such as SNAP and WIC and are limited to available funds.

Applications will be accepted June 1 through August 31 for the Pay It Forward membership program, and memberships will be issued in September 2023 for the following calendar year. Applications will be available online and in person at IMAS beginning June 1.

By supporting IMAS Members Pay It Forward Fund, we can work together to begin shaping tomorrow’s leaders in important cultural and STEM fields.

To make a direct gift to this fund, please call Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator, at 956.681.2817

Visionary Members automatically support this fund. Each Visionary membership funds 3 Family memberships through the Pay It Forward program

As a nonprofit organization, the Museum memberships are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

Membership benefits are subject to change.

If you would like to upgrade or renew your membership in person, please visit the IMAS Visitor Services desk. For upgrades or renewals by phone, please reach out to Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator at 956-681-2817 or email asifuentes@theimasonline.com

You may update any of your personal information by logging in to your online portal at any time.

To contact Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator please email asifuentes@theimasonline.com or call 956-681-2817

The auto-renewal feature is not available for IMAS memberships at this time.

Of course! Regular general admission ticket prices can be applied towards the cost of new memberships within one week of your visit. Bring your receipt of purchase to the IMAS Visitor Services Desk to purchase your membership.

Giving the gift of art & science is easy! Online gift membership purchases may be sent to the purchaser or directly to the recipient at their address if it is provided during purchase. For in-person gift purchases please visit the IMAS Visitor Services desk.

For membership questions, please contact Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator at asifuentes@theimasonline.com or call 956-681-2817.

Yes. You’ll need to present your Membership card plus photo ID. Membership cards are scanned for super-fast entry!

The IMAS now offers discounted and sponsored memberships that are available to those that qualify for EBT and/or WIC. Membership For All level is a discounted Family membership and may be purchased at any time for a discounted membership fee of $25.00.

For individuals and families whose barrier to accessing our museum is primarily a financial one, the Pay It Forward Membership Fund can help by covering the cost of membership. Sponsored Family memberships are only available to first-time members who qualify for state assistance programs such as SNAP and WIC and are limited to available funds.

Applications will be accepted June 1 through August 31 for the Pay It Forward membership program, and memberships will be issued in September 2023 for the following calendar year. Applications will be available online and in person at IMAS beginning June 1.

By supporting IMAS Members Pay It Forward Fund, we can work together to begin shaping tomorrow’s leaders in important cultural and STEM fields.

To make a direct gift to this fund, please call Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator, at 956.681.2817

Visionary Members automatically support this fund with 3 Family memberships issued to families in need for each Visionary membership sold.

The IMAS now offers discounted and sponsored memberships that are available to those that qualify for EBT and/or WIC. The Pay It Forward Membership Fund can help by covering the cost of membership. Sponsored Family memberships are only available to first-time members who qualify for state assistance programs such as SNAP and WIC and are limited to available funds.

Applications will be accepted June 1 through August 31 for the Pay It Forward membership program, and memberships will be issued in September 2023 for the following calendar year. Applications will be available online and in person at IMAS beginning June 1.

By supporting IMAS Members Pay It Forward Fund, we can work together to begin shaping tomorrow’s leaders in important cultural and STEM fields.

To make a direct gift to this fund, please call Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator, at 956.681.2817

Visionary Members automatically support this fund with 3 Family memberships issued to families in need for each Visionary membership sold.

All or part of your membership contributions may be tax-deductible as the International Museum of Art & Science is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Need Help?

If your question isn’t answered above, please contact Aylaia Sifuentes, Membership Coordinator at asifuentes@theimasonline.com or 956.681.2817

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