Membership Information

Join the Museum and rediscover the world every time you visit!

NEW for Members! Now our Members can enjoy discounts with these community partners and local businesses with their Membership ID card. New discounts added regularly. GIVE THE GIFT OF MEMBERSHIP Select "Gift" as type of Membership when ordering. Ordering for the holidays? Order by Dec. 16 to be sure you or the recipient will receive their membership cards in time

Join the thousands of families who are treating themselves to an incredible learning experience. As a member, you and your family can enjoy 12 months of unlimited admission to unique exhibits and special programs filled with smart family science fun. In addition you receive free admission or discounts to over 300 other science and children's museums worldwide through the ASTC Passport Program!

You'll also receive a 10% discount on Museum and Tifft Nature Preserve programs and gift shop purchases*.

To become a member or renew your membership, click on the "Join Now" button below to submit your information via our secure website. If you have any questions or prefer to join via a live person, please call the membership office at (716) 896-5200, ext. 311.

View the list of science centers and museums participating in the ASTC Passport Program.

Please note—local restrictions apply

Science centers and museums located within 90 miles of each other are excluded from the ASTC Passport Program unless that exclusion is lifted by mutual agreement. Currently, Buffalo Museum has made special reciprocal admission agreements for our members with Rochester Museum and Science Center. Based on the ASTC Passport Program guidelines, BMS Members do not receive free admission to the Ontario Science Centre in Toronto. 

 

Membership Renewals

EARLY RENEWAL DISCOUNT - Museum Members who renew their membership before it expires can save 10% on their renewal fee! To receive the discount, renewals need to be placed over the phone by calling Deidre at 716.896.5200 x311.

 

Basic Memberships

On January 1, 2012, we are increasing our Membership rates for the first time since 2001. You are eligible to extend your membership if it's not scheduled to expire soon. (i.e. Memerships expiring on May 1, 2012 may be extended through May 1, 2013)

Individual - $35 / year $40 after Jan. 1, 2012	• Unlimited general admission for one full year* • Free 3D Cinema films (subject to available show times) • Exclusive Invitations to Members’ Openings of exhibits • 10% Discount at the Curiosity Shop and Tifft Stores* • Discount on workshops, classes, trips and camps* • Free or discounted admission to over 300 Children’s and Science Museums Nationwide through the ASTC Passport Program • NEW! A variety of discounts with these local community partners and businesses. (*Exclusions may apply due to contractual agreements with certain exhibits)
Family - $50 / year $60 after Jan. 1, 2012	Benefits of Individual Membership for two adults and their children (under the age of 18) living in the same household.
Senior - $30 / year $35 after Jan. 1, 2012	Basic Individual Membership benefits for one senior adult 62 years of age or older.
Senior Couple - $40 / year $45 after Jan. 1, 2012	Basic Individual Membership benefits for two senior adults in the same household 62 years of age or older.
Student - $20 / year $25 after Jan. 1, 2012	Basic Individual Membership benefits at a special rate.  Must present valid full-time student identification.
Grandparent - $50 / year $55 after Jan. 1, 2012	Basic Individual Membership benefits for two adults and four children (per visit).

*Museum Membership includes free General Admission to the museum’s permanent exhibits and galleries. Due to contractual agreements or obligations, additional admission charges may be required to visit special exhibits.
 

Enhanced Family Memberships
 

Contributing - $75 / year $90 after Jan. 1, 2012	Basic Family Membership benefits plus 4 general admission guest passes.
Sustaining - $150 / year $165 after Jan. 1, 2012	Basic Family Membership benefits plus 8 general admission guest passes.

 

* Please Note: You are eligible for membership discounts once your have a membership ID number. You will receive your membership cards with your membership ID number within 7-10 days of your membership order. For online purchases and registrations, you will need to add your membership ID number to your online account by clicking on "Shop Online" and going to the "My Account" page.