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Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
2600 DeWeese Parkway
Dayton, OH 45414
937-275-7431
(fax) 937-275-5811
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Hours
Monday – Saturday
    9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday
    12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Closed:  New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Easter
General Admission
Children (2-12) $7.50
Adults $8.50
Seniors $7.50
Children (under 2) Free
Members are always FREE!

Help us create a fun, safe environment for all our visitors! Children under 16 should always be accompanied by an adult in the Museum.
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Join the Dayton Society of Natural History and reach for all the adventures!
Group Support two of the coolest places in the Miami Valley where learning and fun come together to create lasting experiences. Join the Dayton Society of Natural History – Boonshoft Museum of Discovery, SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park and Have an Adventure!

For the price of a day at an amusement park, your whole family can enjoy an entire year of exploration. See fascinating, ever-changing exhibits and participate in terrific programs all year-long…learn about the world and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Kids in Gift Shop Use your DSNH Membership card for reciprocal admission or reduced rates to over 300 institutions worldwide. Click here for reciprocal lists

Unlimited Visits = Unlimited Potential!

Choose Your Membership Level:

Adventurer  
Grandparent
Explorer
Ambassador

 
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  • Two named adults living in the same household, and all their children 17 and younger
  • Good for one full year from date of purchase
  • Free unlimited admission to the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
  • Free unlimited admission to SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park
  • Free unlimited admission to Fort Ancient, an Ohio Historical Society facility in Warren County.
  • Free Planetarium Shows and discounts on Laser Shows at the Boonshoft Museum
  • Six (6) free admission passes for the Dayton Society of Natural History which operates the Boonshoft Museum and SunWatch
  • Reduced rates for special activities, such as select Educational programs, birthday parties and summer camps
  • 10% discount in both SunWatch and Boonshoft Museum gift shops
  • Invitations to members-only events
  • Smart-E News electronic newsletter and Quick-E Bytes electronic announcements
  • Mailed events and activities guide
  • Reciprocal benefits at Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) Reciprocal Program
    (The ACM offers free admission for a minimum of four (4) individuals from the same household. ACM Museums may admit additional individuals from the same household at their own discretion. The DSNH will admit all named individuals on ACM membership cards.)
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  • Two named adults living in the same household, and all their children 17 and younger
  • Good for one full year from date of purchase
  • Free unlimited admission to the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
  • Free unlimited admission to SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park
  • Free unlimited admission to Fort Ancient, an Ohio Historical Society facility in Warren County.
  • Free Planetarium Shows and discounts on Laser Shows at the Boonshoft Museum
  • Reduced rates for special activities, such as select Educational programs, birthday parties and summer camps
  • 10% discount in both Boonshoft Museum and SunWatch gift shops
  • Invitations to members-only events
  • Smart-E News electronic newsletter and Quick-E Bytes electronic announcements
  • Mailed events and activities guide
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  • Two adults living in the same household, and all their grandchildren 17 and younger
  • Apply all benefits and rules of the Family Membership
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    To honor and thank those serving to protect our Nation and our ideals, the DSNH would like to extend a special offer to all active military personnel.
  • Apply all benefits and rules of the Family membership
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  • Same as Family, plus:
  • Eight (8) free admission passes for Dayton Society of Natural History, which operates the Boonshoft Museum and SunWatch
  • Free T-shirt coupon
  • Behind-the-scenes guided tour of Collections, Exhibits, and Live Animals for your family
  • Recognition in the Dayton Society of Natural History Annual Report
  • Reciprocal benefits at Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) Reciprocal Program
    (The ACM offers free admission for a minimum of four (4) individuals from the same household. ACM Museums may admit additional individuals from the same household at their own discretion. The DSNH will admit all named individuals on ACM membership cards.)
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  • Same as Explorer, plus
  • Free Family 4-pack for Howl-O-Ween
  • Free Family 4-pack for Kids’ New Year’s Eve Part
  • Recognition on the Society’s Donor Board
  • Reciprocal benefits at Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) Reciprocal Program
    (The ACM offers free admission for a minimum of four (4) individuals from the same household. ACM Museums may admit additional individuals from the same household at their own discretion. The DSNH will admit all named individuals on ACM membership cards.)/li>
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  • Same as Discoverer, plus:
  • 15% discount in gift shops
  • Invitations to John B. Greene Society-only events
  • Discounts on private building rentals at Boonshoft Museum and SunWatch
  • Reciprocal benefits at Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) Reciprocal Program
    (The ACM offers free admission for a minimum of four (4) individuals from the same household. ACM Museums may admit additional individuals from the same household at their own discretion. The DSNH will admit all named individuals on ACM membership cards.)
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    Allows any membership level to “add on” a name to their membership, awarding the same privileges to grandparents, step-parents, adult-aged children and child care providers or assistants. Maximum of two additional names per membership. Please note: Add on memberships are not available via on-line services. Please call 937–275–7431 ext. 144.
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    This is an adult membership.
  • One named adult with one unnamed guest (adult or child) per visit
  • Apply benefits of Family less the reciprocity of ASTC and AZA
  • Reduced rates do not apply.
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Please allow 3-4 weeks for your permanent membership cards to arrive in the mail. You must present your membership card at each entry to the Boonshoft Museum, SunWatch or Fort Ancient. When shopping in The Discovery Shop, the SunWatch Shop, or the Fort Ancient Store, present your membership card to receive special discounts and offers.

For your safety and protection, you must present a photo ID along with your membership card to enter the Boonshoft Museum, SunWatch and Fort Ancient.

Remember: membership is active for one full year from the date of purchase and is valid only for those persons named on the card. Fees and benefits are subject to change without notice.

For additional information or to purchase a membership over the phone, please contact the membership department at 937-275-7431 ext 144

Thank you for your support!

The Dayton Society of Natural History is a 501 (c) (3) organization. Your membership is tax deductible within limits permitted by law. According to IRS regulations for those individuals itemizing their returns, proof of donation is required through canceled checks, credit card receipts or electronic statements. If these verification methods are not available to you, please contact our Membership Department to request a letter confirming your gift. 937.275.7431 ext 144, or This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it .



 
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Adventurer

If you stop into the Museum and purchase a new Adventurer level membership, or upgrade your current family/grandparent membership to the Adventurer level, you will receive a colorful Boonshoft Tote, perfect for all your adventures. Call 937-275-7431, ext. 144 for details or questions.
 
Effective August 1, 2009, a Dayton Society of Natural History membership also includes FREE general admission to Fort Ancient, an Ohio historical site located in Oregonia.

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The Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester , New York , has made the decision to exclude Dayton Society of Natural History members from their reciprocal program if you are a resident of the Greater Rochester area., but with exception to those Greater Rochester residents who have the ACM reciprocal admission benefit through their membership with the Sciencenter in Ithaca, New York, or the Explore & More Children’s Museum in East Aurora, New York. Please take this into consideration when deciding which museums you will be visiting with a DSNH membership
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