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We believe that every child, regardless of their financial situation, should have the opportunity to experience the joy, wonder, and curiosity that comes with a visit to the museum. We are committed to programs designed to ensure community access and exploration through discounted tickets, free admission days, free memberships, and more.

First Thursday Nights

Kick off the month with reduced admission

Visit us on the first Thursday of every month for just $6 per person from 4–8 p.m.
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Children putting together large puzzle.
Access Pass

Reduced admission to Indiana cultural attractions

Qualifying families can visit numerous museums and performing arts venues for just $5 per person, per visit.
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Child racing pedal car.
Foster Family Program

Complimentary memberships for Indiana foster families

With the Department of Child Services, we provide a free membership to qualifying Indiana foster families. The membership includes adults sharing the same household, their foster children, stepchildren, and biological children under 21.
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Child playing at Water Table.
Neighborhood Club

Complimentary memberships for Mid-North residents

Like a good neighbor, we offer a free membership for residents who live in the following neighborhoods surrounding the museum: Crown Hill, Highland Vicinity, Historic Meridian Park, Mapleton-Fall Creek, Meridian Highland, and Historic Watson Park.
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Museum President with community member at holiday party.
Museum Apprentice Program

An exclusive skill-building program for teens

Passionate and curious students ages 13–18 can develop lifelong skills and gain behind-the-scenes knowledge of the museum.
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Mid-North Promise Program

Education and career resources for Mid-North families

The Old National Bank Mid-North Promise Program empowers families to reach their goals through family learning plans and connections to community resources.
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StarPoint Summer Camp

A four-week summer camp for neighborhood youth

StarPoint is a unique, educational camp for youth rising into Grades 1–6 in The Children’s Museum neighborhoods.
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Children in Beyond Spaceship Earth exhibit.
Field Trips

Discounted admission for students and teachers!

Field trips offer steeply discounted admission to the world’s biggest children’s museum.
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Students unloading from school buss.
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