idea Museum is proud to offer discount programs for families with EBT, SNAP, WIC, and for active-duty military members and their families. Plus, enjoy free admission on select days and evenings throughout the year
The idea Museum is a proud participant in Museums for All – a cooperative initiative between Association of Children’s Museum and Institute of Museum and Library Services.
This initiative allows families presenting an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card and valid photo ID receive a discounted museum admission ($4 per person; limit 6 in a family) when they stop by the idea Museum.
This signature access program encourages families of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum habits.
Please note: Cannot be used with other discounts. Must purchase tickets in person.
The idea Museum offers free admission beginning on Armed Forces Day in mid-May and ending on Labor Day at the beginning of September to active-duty military families via the Blue Star Museums program. This program – for men and women serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard and the National Guard and Reserve – aims to provide families with cultural experience.
Just show one of the following IDs – Geneva Convention common access card (CAC), DD Form 1 173 ID card (dependent ID) or DD Form 1173 -1 ID card – so you and up to five family members may receive free admission.
Blue Star Museums is a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 2,000 museums nationwide.
