Become a Member
Members get all the perks!
Did you know you can upgrade to a membership on the same day as your visit and your admission fee will be deducted from your membership purchase?
In addition to a wide array of member benefits, membership provides support for vital museum services such as exhibition design, collections care and conservation, research and fieldwork, learning programs and outreach.
Get the ultimate value and support one of Canada’s greatest cultural treasures at the same time. Become a member today.
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Annual Membership
Benefits*
| Unlimited admission to galleries and exhibitions |
| Express entry |
| 10 per cent discount on: |
| • Guest museum admission (up to two per visit) • Special events programs and services • All items at the Royal Museum Shop • Regularly priced items at National Geographic Store |
| • 20% discount on single feature IMAX Theatre tickets |
| Enjoy up to 20% off at 30 cultural organizations! View the entire list here |
| What’s inSight magazine subscription |
| Exclusive Kids’ Club Program: |
| • Your own membership card (ages 6–18) • Kids’ Club activities just for members! • Club Card to collect stamps and earn cool prizes • Subscription to kids' newsletter • 10 per cent discount on events and programs including spring break and summer camps |
| Refer a Friend Benefit: Receive one free complimentary guest day pass when you refer a friend and they purchase a membership.** *See membership restrictions here. **Only one day pass will be issued per membership purchase transaction. For a referral to be considered valid, your friend must provide your valid membership number plus mailing address and first and last name during purchase. |
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Affinity Membership
The Royal BC Museum’s Affinity Membership provides a unique opportunity for you to become a museum insider. Each Affinity level includes the privileges and benefits offered with regular membership, plus the opportunity to receive free guest passes, behind-the-scenes tours, exclusive feature exhibition previews and a tax receipt for the maximum CRA approved amount. Members who donate make a meaningful impact to our work.
Learn more about Affinity Memberships.
Affinity Collector Benefits
| 2 Complimentary Guest Day Passes |
| Express entry |
| 10% discount on: |
| • Guest museum admission (up to two per visit) • Special events programs and services • All items at the Royal Museum Shop • Regularly priced items at National Geographic Store |
| • 20% discount on single feature IMAX Theatre tickets |
| Enjoy up to 20% off at 30 cultural organizations! View the entire list here |
| What’s inSight magazine subscription |
| Exclusive Kids’ Club Program: |
| • Your own membership card (ages 6 – 18 years) • Kids’ Club activities just for members! • Club Card to collect stamps and earn cool prizes • Subscription to What’s Insight Kids • 10% discount on events and programs including spring break and summer camps |
| Refer a Friend Benefit: Receive one free complimentary guest day pass when you refer a friend and they purchase a membership.* *Just one day pass will be issued per membership purchase transaction. To be considered a valid referral your friend must provide your valid membership number plus mailing address and first and last name during purchase. |
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Affinity Conservator Benefits
| Behind-the-scenes Tour |
| Recognition on annual donor wall |
| 4 Complimentary Guest Day Passes |
| Express entry |
| 10% discount on: |
| • Guest museum admission (up to two per visit) • Special events programs and services • All items at the Royal Museum Shop • Regularly priced items at National Geographic Store |
| • 20% discount on single feature IMAX Theatre tickets |
| Enjoy up to 20% off at 30 cultural organizations! View the entire list here |
| What’s inSight magazine subscription |
| Exclusive Kids’ Club Program: |
| • Your own membership card (ages 6 – 18 years) • Kids’ Club activities just for members! • Club Card to collect stamps and earn cool prizes • Subscription to kids' e-newsletter • 10% discount on events and programs including spring break and summer camps |
| Refer a Friend Benefit: Receive one free complimentary guest day pass when you refer a friend and they purchase a membership.* *Just one day pass will be issued per membership purchase transaction. To be considered a valid referral your friend must provide your valid membership number plus mailing address and first and last name during purchase. |
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Affinity Guardian Benefits
| Reciprocal privileges to over 1,000 selected museums and art galleries across North America *Please note that list is subject to change View Listing |
| Eligibility to host event (with appropriate rental fee) |
| Behind-the-scenes Tour |
| Recognition on annual donor wall |
| 6 Complimentary Guest Day Passes |
| Express entry |
| 10% discount on: |
| • Guest museum admission (up to two per visit) • Special events programs and services • All items at the Royal Museum Shop • Regularly priced items at National Geographic Store |
| • 20% discount on single feature IMAX Theatre tickets |
| Enjoy up to 20% off at 30 cultural organizations! View the entire list here |
| What’s inSight magazine subscription |
| Exclusive Kids’ Club Program: |
| • Your own membership card (ages 6 – 18 years) • Kids’ Club activities just for members! • Club Card to collect stamps and earn cool prizes • Subscription to kids' e-newsletter • 10% discount on events and programs including spring break and summer camps |
| Refer a Friend Benefit: Receive one free complimentary guest day pass when you refer a friend and they purchase a membership.* *Just one day pass will be issued per membership purchase transaction. To be considered a valid referral your friend must provide your valid membership number plus mailing address and first and last name during purchase. |
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Annual Fees
| Annual Fee* | |
| Adult (19+) | $62.95 |
|
Senior (65+) |
$57.60 |
| Student (19+ with valid student ID) | |
| Youth (6 to 18 years) | |
| Family (maximum 5: two persons 19+ and up to three persons 6 to 18) | $125.90 |
| Child (5 and under) |
Free |
|
Affinity Collector (includes an individual or family membership) |
$350** |
| Affinity Conservator (includes an individual or family membership) | $750** |
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Affinity Guardian (includes an individual or family membership) |
*Prices are subject to change and include all applicable taxes. Memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable.
**Affinity Membership includes a tax receipt for the maximum approved CRA amount.
Members get all the perks!
Upgrade to a membership on the same day as your visit and your admission fee is deducted from your membership purchase.*
* Valid for same-day purchases only. Proof of purchase is required. Not valid for phone or web orders. Royal BC Museum memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. No cash value.
A Thank You for when You Renew
Renew your membership before it expires and receive two complimentary guest day passes!
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