Membership

Join the Aquarium

You can help support the commitment to high standards of exhibits, exciting educational experiences and valuable conservation programs by joining the North Carolina Aquariums.

Levels of Membership

Benefits of Membership

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Individual
Family
Donor
Patron
Director
Benefactor
Annual Dues
$30
$50
$100
$300
$500
$1000
Free
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AZA
Reciprocity
Giftshop
Discounts
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Aquarium
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Free Admission

Unlimited free admission for one full year at any of the three North Carolina Aquariums.  Family memberships (and higher categories) provide free admission to two adults and children or grandchildren under the age of 18.

AZA Reciprocity

The North Carolina Aquariums and the AZA provide free admission to Aquarium Society members at over 150 zoos and aquariums around the country. Unless otherwise stated, free admission is limited to two adults and two children under the age of 18. For more information regarding reciprocity, contact us at: membership@ncaquariums.com.

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Giftshop Discounts

Members receive a 10% discount on gift shop purchases. (Sale Items excluded.) Don’t forget to stop by the gift shops on your next visit to the North Carolina Aquariums.

Rental Discounts

Patron Members and above receive a 10% discount on Aquarium after-hour rentals. Rentals are available depending upon scheduled programs and activities at the Aquariums. For information on hosting your next event at the North Carolina Aquariums, visit the Rent the Aquarium sections -(RI, PKS, FF) or contact a special events coordinator.

Guest Passes

Donor members and above receive free guest passes with the purchase of a membership. These guest passes are good for one free admission and can be redeemed at any of the three North Carolina Aquariums.