Treat Yourself to a California Museum Membership
A Meaningful, Experiential Gift for All Ages—15% Off This Holiday Season
This holiday season, give a loved one—or yourself—the gift of a Museum membership for a year of unlimited visits, free & discounted event admission, and entry to 400+ museums! A membership to the California Museum is more than access to exhibits—it’s a year-long journey through California’s culture, history, and innovation.
Membership Benefits:
- Unlimited visits: Free admission to our award-winning signature exhibits and exciting new temporary exhibits.
- Engaging Experiences: Invitations to member-only events and cultural experiences.
- VIP Perks: Complimentary tickets and exclusive perks at select public programs, like our Día de los Muertos Fiesta in the fall.
- Explore More: FREE or discounted entry to 400+ museums across the nation.
- Support What Matters: When you purchase a California Museum membership, you’re supporting California history, arts, culture, diversity, and helping the Museum continue to offer quality programming and exhibits. Learn more about the California Museum’s diverse offerings and why your gift matters.
A membership is the gift that keeps on giving all year long. Click one of the packages below to get started.
Gift a Membership
Enjoy 15% off memberships this holiday season! Here’s how:
- Select A Membership: Select from the membership packages below. Find options for individuals, couples, & families.
- Complete Purchase: Complete the order form and payment information— the discount will be automatically applied at checkout.
Last-minute shopping? All orders are issued on same day! Purchase by 5:00 pm on December 24, 2025 to recieve 15% off your purchase
Unlimited visits: Free admission to our award-winning signature exhibits and exciting new temporary exhibits.
Engaging Experiences: Invitations to member-only events and cultural experiences, like this book talk & private tour of the Governor’s Mansion.
VIP Perks: Complimentary tickets and exclusive perks at select public programs, like our Día de los Muertos Fiesta in the fall.
Explore More: FREE or discounted entry to 400+ museums across the nation.
Choose a Membership Option:
Email memberships@californiamuseum.org if you have questions or need assistance with your purchase.
Individual
Best for Individuals
Admission for 1 adult, reciprocal Time Travelers benefits & more!
1 year: $50 $42.50
2 years: $90 $76.50
See what’s included +
– Admission for 1 adult
– 1 personalized member card
– 1 guest pass per year
– Monthly e-newsletter
– Invitations to members-only events
– Discounted or free admission to ticketed public programs & events
– VIP perks at select events
– 10% off California Time Traveler Summer Camp
– 10% off at Museum Store* & Gold Rush Grille
– Reciprocal admission at over 400 institutions across the U.S. through Time Travelers
– 100% tax-deductible
*No stacking discounts; excludes consignment and clearance items.
Traveler
Best for Pairs
Admission for 1-2 adults, reciprocal Time Travelers benefits & more!
1 year: $70 $59.50
2 years: $130 $110.50
See what’s included +
– Admission for up to 2 adults
– 2 personalized member cards
– 2 guest passes per year
– Monthly e-newsletter
– Invitations to members-only events
– Discounted or free admission to ticketed public programs & events
– VIP perks at select events
– 10% off California Time Traveler Summer Camp
– 10% off at Museum Store* & Gold Rush Grille
– Reciprocal admission at over 400 institutions across the U.S. through Time Travelers
– 100% tax-deductible
*No stacking discounts; excludes consignment and clearance items.
Explorer
Best for Families
Admission for up to 2 adults, all household children under 18, reciprocal Time Travelers & NARM benefits at over 1,700 North American institutions!
1 year: $120 $102
2 years: $230 $195.50
See what’s included +
– Admission for up to 2 adults & all household children under 18
– 2 personalized member cards
– Free admission for 1 guest on weekends
– 4 guest passes per year
– Monthly e-newsletter
– Invitations to members-only events
– Discounted or free admission to ticketed public programs & events
– VIP perks at select events
– 10% off California Time Traveler Summer Camp
– 10% off at Museum Store* & Gold Rush Grille
– Reciprocal admission at over 1,700 institutions across the North America through Time Travelers & & North American Reciprocal Museums Association including the de Young Museum, Walt Disney Family Museum, California State Railroad Museum, & California Automobile Museum.**
– 100% tax-deductible
*No stacking discounts; excludes consignment and clearance items.
Shop with Purpose this Holiday Season
Explore our curated selection of unique gifts for all ages at the Museum Store
Open during Museum hours, the Museum Store is filled with exhibit-inspired and California-themed gifts for all ages! From keepsakes and jewelry to fun trinkets and educational toys, there’s something for everyone on your list! When you purchase a gift from the Store, you help to sustain the California Museum’s educational mission and service to the public as a private non-profit 501(c)3 institution.
MEMBER DISCOUNT DAYS: Double your member discount! California Museum members receive a 20% discount on Museum Store merchandise* from Saturday, November 22 – Sunday, December 7. *Pre-tax and pre-discount. Excludes food & beverage and clearance items (discount may not be combined with other offers or discounts; if multiple discounts are available, the largest discount will apply).
Give the Museum a Gift
The California Museum is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that depends on the generosity of people like you to educate, engage, and enlighten our community through powerful exhibits and innovative educational programs. Your donation helps preserve and showcase California’s rich and diverse heritage for future generations. Learn more about ways in which you can support the California Museum this holiday season and beyond, at the link below.