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Minnetrista Memberships
Minnetrista is a one-of-a kind destination for discovery that is perfect for connecting with family and friends. With our engaging exhibits, fun events and programming, and beautiful gardens and grounds, Minnetrista has something for everyone.
We invite you to become a part of the Minnetrista family today, and gain exclusive benefits and unparalleled access to our campus.
Memberships provide admission for two named adults and all children in their household under the age of 18 for one year.
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Membership Levels
Local Family Access Membership - $45
This membership is available only to residents of our 7-county home service area: Blackford, Delaware, Grant, Henry, Jay, Madison, and Randolph.
Free admission to exhibits, Oakhurst Experience, and Bob Ross Experience
$1 off general admission for additional guests
10% discount at The Orchard Shop
10% discount on ticketed programs and events for up to 4 people per household
Digital subscription to Columns Magazine, published 3-times annually
Quarterly Events & Activities Guide mailing
Invitations to exhibit openings and other exclusive events
Free Explorer Bag check-out
Explorer Membership - $85
Memberships provide admission for two named adults and all children in their household under the age of 18 for one year.
Free admission to exhibits, Oakhurst Experience, and Bob Ross Experience
$2 off general admission for additional guests
10% discount at The Orchard Shop
10% discount on ticketed programs and events for up to 6 people per household
Print subscription to Columns Magazine, published 3-times annually
Quarterly Events & Activities Guide mailing
Invitations to exhibit openings and other exclusive events
Free Explorer Bag check-out
2 single admission passes to share with friends
Reciprocal admission to Association of Science and Technology Centers* and American Horticultural Society* partners
Premier Membership - $150
Memberships provide admission for two named adults and all children in their household under the age of 18 for one year.
Free admission to exhibits, Oakhurst Experience, and Bob Ross Experience
$3 off general admission for additional guests
15% discount at The Orchard Shop
15% discount on ticketed programs and events for up to 8 people per household
Print subscription to Columns Magazine, published 3-times annually
Quarterly Events & Activities Guide mailing
Invitations to exhibit openings and other exclusive events.
Free Explorer Bag Check-Out
4 single admission passes to share with friends
Reciprocal admission to Association of Science and Technology Centers*, American Horticultural Society*, and North American Reciprocal Museum* partners
*Scroll down to read more about the reciprocal membership programs and access partner websites where you can find more information about participating organizations.
Other Membership Options:
Museums for All - $5
Museums for All is an affordable annual membership option for community members in our 7-county service region. If you can afford a little more, join us at the Local Access, Explorer, or Premier membership levels. Those memberships provide great benefits and essential funding that makes our programming possible.
To learn more, call 765.287.3504.
Caregiver Pass Add On - $10
Add an additional named adult to your membership for just $10 a year. Perfect for grandparents, nannies, and others who may frequently accompany your children at Minnetrista. This pass is only available as an add-on purchase to a membership. It cannot be purchased on its own. The option to add a pass is available on the order page, or call 765.282.4848 to add a pass to an existing membership.
Photography Membership - $175
Professional photographers and videographers wishing to shoot on the Minnetrista campus must purchase this annual membership and abide by our guidelines. Visit the Photography page for details about this membership category.
Give the gift of membership to someone else!
You can share the Minnetrista experience with others by purchasing a Gift Membership for someone you care about. Gift Memberships are available at every level and include full benefits.
More About Reciprocal Admission Benefits
In addition to the myriad of benefits your Minnetrista membership grants you access to on our campus, certain levels also grant access to hundreds of additional museums, gardens and cultural centers world-wide! These reciprocal free admission programs enable our members to explore and discover new and exciting locations wherever they may be travelling.
Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC)
Admission to 350 science centers and museums in 20 countries around the world!
Explorer and Premier Members
American Horticultural Society (AHS)
Free admission and/or additional benefits at more than 345 gardens through North America and the Caribbean.
Explorer and Premier Members
North American Reciprocal Museums (NARM)
Admission to over 750 arts and cultural museums and historic sites!
Premier Members Only