$34 / year
Individual
Admits 1 adult.
Support Great Lakes stories. Become a Member.
Membership is your invitation to experience the museum all year long—and one of the most meaningful ways to support our work. Your membership helps bring new exhibits, hands-on experiences, and important Great Lakes conversations to life.
Membership
Museum Level
Unlimited admission to the Museum and Ships, store discounts, members only events, and special access. Senior individuals and couples receive a discounted rate.
$60 / year
Family
Admits 2 adults and all children under 18 in the household.
$58 / year
Grandparent
Admits 2 adults & all grandchildren under 18.
$45 / year
Couple
Admits 2 adults.
Inland Seas
Every Issue, Included with an Inland Seas Membership
Experience the riveting stories within our award winning quarterly journal, Inland Seas®, delivered straight to your doorstep by upgrading to an Inland Seas Membership. Published since 1944, enjoy the full array of museum membership perks while unlocking the rich tapestry of Great Lakes history, featuring original research, firsthand narratives, archaeological explorations, and engaging storytelling.
Membership
Inland Seas Level
All Museum Level membership benefits, plus 1-year subscription to the Inland Seas® Journal.
$72 / year
Individual
Admits 1 adult.
$95 / year
Family
Admits 2 adults and all children under 18 in the household.
$62 / year
Senior
Admits 1 adult 65+
Rate Varies
International
Membership
Inland Seas Society Level
All Museum Level membership benefits, a 1-year subscription to the Inland Seas® Journal, CAMM reciprocal admission to participating museums, 2 Museum guest passes annually, and annual Inland Seas® recognition.
$125 / year
Contributing
All above benefits.
$250 / year
Benefactor
All above benefits, plus discounted rental fees, inclusion in V.I.P. events, and a guided tour for up to 4.
$500 / year
Patron
All above and Benefactor perks, plus one overnight dock rental at the Skyway Marina and recognition at the Museum.
Leadership-Level Membership
The Admiral Society
At this highest tier of membership, you play an active role in shaping portions of the museum’s curation and programming. The Admiral Society’s goal is to shape the past, present, and future of the National Museum of the Great Lakes.