Lone Star Card admission program allows general free admission for up to 6 individuals receiving TANF, SNAP and WIC benefits. Card holders must present their award letter for the current month or, the app on their phone with their expiration date, a recent receipt that shows that they are using their cards. The Lone Star Card holder of record must be present to gain admission WIC recipients may show their current shopping list or a store receipt that shows the date within the month that they’re visiting. ‍

Free admission is available to everyone every Thursday night, 5 pm - 8 pm. The only requirement is that you bring a child with you!

Funding courtesy of Laura and John Arnold, The Wortham Foundation, Inc., Kathrine G. McGovern/John P. McGovern Foundation, Houston Pi Beta Phi Foundation, The Junior League of Houston, Inc. and Halliburton.

Our Open Doors Program works with non-profit organizations which serve low-income families to ensure everyone can visit the museum at their convenience.  There is no charge to become an Open Doors Partner. LEARN MORE about Open Doors and become a partner today!

Free admission until Aug. 4, 2023 for Active Military, National Guard and Reserve personnel and their families. Valid for up to 6 individuals per visit; may not be combined with any other discount or offer. Active military member must be present and show military ID to gain admission. 

Members of the ASTC Passport Program are eligible for free general admission to museums located more than 90 miles from their affiliated museum. Members may receive free admission for the number of people designated by their corresponding membership level. You will need to present your membership card at the box office to gain admission.

Admission is free for Bank of America cardholders during the first full weekend of every month. Offer only valid for the cardholder. You will need to present your Band of America card at the box office to gain admission.

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