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Visitors prices have gone up tremendously . Did some checking beforehand and found that an all-inclusive
admission to the big city museum is $180 for 2 adults and 3 kids. Plus $18 for parking.
This price includes all special exhibits and your choice of one 3D movie.
What are the prices like in your town? I remember when you could visit for free.
Maybe I beter take the grandkids for a sight-seeing drive !!
I think the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame is positively prohibitive even if you live in the county that tax dollars were raised from to help build it.
Ultimately it depends on what museaum you are visiting and waht all special events you are doing.
http://rockhall.com/visit-the-museum/
http://www.glsc.org/visit/hours.php
180 for 5 people does translate to 36 per person. HIGH but all inclusive and all events might do it.
Also I think it might depend on what city you live in.
Thanks, usmc58555.
The two museums you quoted were extremely reasonable. Unfortunately, I'm near the windy city and
that's what we have to pay.
You mentioned that $36 per person wasn't too bad. The thing is, three of the visitors are little people,
you know, they may become disinterested in as litle as a half hour.
Not complaining though, I just wanted to hear other persons thoughts on the prices for public arts & science
museums. I think some museums are publically as well as charitably funded.
Maybe the new "Captains of Industry & Finance" don't donate as much to the arts anymore.
I don't have any figures for how museums specifically were affected, but many, many cultural and educations groups were affected by the Bernie Madoff scandal/ collapse. Either they had money invested, or their supporters did.
Otherwise, it is well-documented that the income of the wealthy segment of America his increased, not decreased, over the last several years.
Good point, haulingthescoreup,
It almost seems as though the ultra wealthy are; for whatever reason, a little stingy nowadays.
Of course you will only hear them complain about taxes , and oddly enough, support of the arts & sciences are
tax deductable. I feel that the ultra rich don't want anyone to gain from their successes. A sizeable donation could
enable all persons to attend & experience the arts for an entire summer. Instead, the gov't has to subsidize some of
the museums so everyone can enjoy our history and accomplishments.
@veracious wrote:Thanks, usmc58555.
The two museums you quoted were extremely reasonable. Unfortunately, I'm near the windy city and
that's what we have to pay.
You mentioned that $36 per person wasn't too bad. The thing is, three of the visitors are little people,
you know, they may become disinterested in as litle as a half hour.
Not complaining though, I just wanted to hear other persons thoughts on the prices for public arts & science
museums. I think some museums are publically as well as charitably funded.
Maybe the new "Captains of Industry & Finance" don't donate as much to the arts anymore.
Thanks- my point was that your tickets were ALL INCLUSIVE.
Take the IMAX out of the occasion.....
You may also find cheaper parking alternative by free parking at a public transportation center and taking PT into the museaum.
Also check with the museum you are visiting you may find cheaper rates if you become a "member" or sponsor or patron and then simply take more then 1 trip a year. I have also seen some places charge cheaper through the week rates.
Do not be shy, call them and see if there are discount tickets offered via grocery stores, AAA, Employer HR DEPT, Costco or Entertainment book.
Also online resources.
Assuming "The Field Museum"- a $100 Family membership gives
A Family membership provides benefits for free general admission and discounts for two adults and all the children under age 18 who live in your household. If you are a grandparent, the membership covers two adults and all of your grandchildren under age 18. Memberships are annualized from the date you join.
Member Benefits
A Field Museum membership means wonderful benefits and support for one of the world’s finest museums. With an encyclopedic collection of cultural objects and biological specimens, the Field Museum is a place to visit again and again. There is always something new to see...to do...to learn...to explore...so join today!
All Field Museum Membership levels include:
I don't know if you happen to bank with BoA, but they have a "Museums on Us" program that I've taken advantage of a few times. All you need is either a debit or a credit card from BoA-- The card member gets free general admission. They offer it on the first weekend of the month for museums that participate.
Found the link: http://museums.bankofamerica.com/arts/MOU.aspx
If you don't do any banking with BoA, check directly with your bank and/or credit unions because they might have a discount program as well. Also, check the Visa, MC, Amex, & Discover discounts directly on their websites. They frequently offer at least a percentage off on tons of things, so maybe they have museums as well.
ETA: I visited Chicago last fall with my little ones, for the Festival of Lights (it wasn't the 1st weekend), but I did happen to get discounts at all the museums that we visited using my AAA discount. For less than $50 per year, that membership discount card has really come in handy, and has more than paid for itself. Years ago, I used to have auto & home owners insurance with them, but I stick with USAA for insurance now. I keep the club membership, though, and haven't had any regrets.
Also, last year, my two smallest got into museums for free (infant and toddler), and the two oldest (adolescents) got in at the discounted children's rate, and then further reduced with my discount card. So, look around, and look in your wallet-- you might have some discounts or even free admission in there!
@Skater wrote:
We're very lucky here to have free admission to most museums and the zoo!
DC?
Most everything is free here, though you certainly pay for it when you buy a $10 burger or a $5 coke.