Memberships
Play all year. Save as you go.
Play the Day Away
A membership to a children’s museum is an investment in your child’s education and development. With a membership, your family can enjoy unlimited access to interactive exhibits and engaging learning experiences designed to foster curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.
Explorer
$145 / year
Includes unlimited admission for one year for 2 family members each visit, as well as: Add a family member to your membership for just $30 per year.
- Half-off Special Events
- 10% off Parties, Camps, Gift shop
- Invitations to Members-only events and exhibit previews
- Taxes and Fees Apply
Explorer +
$175 / year
Includes unlimited admission for one year for 4 family members each visit, as well as: Add a family member to your membership for just $30 per year.
- Half-off Special Events
- 15% off Parties, Camps, Gift shop
- ACM Reciprocal Network*
- Invitations to Members-only events and exhibit previews
- Taxes and Fees Apply
Corporate Memberships
Interested in a Corporate Membership? Contact us at director@cmalaf.org to learn how your business can support play, learning, and local families while offering meaningful benefits to your team.
ACM Reciprocal Network
The CMA participates in the Association of Children’s Museum’s Reciprocal Network. Explore + level members may present their CMA membership card and a photo ID to more than 200 children’s museums and receive 50% off general admission for up to six (6) people, including the cardholder.
Welcome!
Welcome to the CMA Membership Family! With your Membership, your family can now play for an entire year.
The Children’s Museum of Acadiana exists to foster a creative environment through “hands-on” exhibits and programs, where children and their families explore and make discoveries that de-mystify everyday experiences, cultures, and human differences. As a first museum experience, we want to enhance the lives of children of all socioeconomic backgrounds and provide an environment of self-expression and achieve self-esteem while learning respect for others. In addition, we strive to develop a future generation of museum attendees by initiating and encouraging a life-long love of museum experiences as an integral part of a child’s educational process.
Please look at the following sections for important information about your Membership.
Museum Admission
As a Museum Member, you receive complimentary admission into the Children’s Museum of Acadiana (CMA) during all regular operating hours. In addition, Explore + level members will receive discounted access to select special events, including New Year’s Noon, Spooktacular, and Twinkle Light Night. Membership admission privileges, such as birthday parties and field trips, cannot be used for group visits.
Each Membership admits a set number of people. In all cases, you count as one of the guests. For example, someone holding an Explore + Membership may bring themselves and a party of three other people over the age of one to the Museum (children under one are admitted free). You can bring your children, friends, niece, nephew, or anyone you love! Free admission applies only to a set number of people per visit. If you are unsure how many entries you receive per visit, please don’t hesitate to contact the Museum.
One named adult member must be present at all times. Two named adults are included with each Membership. When you arrive at the Museum, present your membership card and a photo ID to the Front Desk.
Memberships are nontransferable and nonrefundable.
Reciprocal Benefits
The CMA participates in the Association of Children’s Museum’s Reciprocal Network. Explore + level members may present their CMA membership card and a photo ID to more than 200 children’s museums and receive 50% off general admission for up to six (6) people, including the cardholder.
A brochure from the Association of Children’s Museums listing all participating museums is included in this welcome packet. Verifying another museum’s participation before visiting is a good idea, as participation status sometimes changes.
Other Rules and Policies
Entire exhibits or parts of exhibits are subject to closure without notice due to repairs or refurbishments.
Members must abide by all CMA rules.
Memberships may be revoked for failing to abide by Museum rules or abusing membership privileges.
Your Information
Please notify the CMA if your contact information (address, phone number, email, address) changes at any time during your Membership.
Contact the CMA
If you have any questions about your Membership, please email us or call the CMA and speak with a Museum Representative.
FAQs
Membership FAQs
Everything you need to know!
Who is included in a membership?
Memberships cover the named adults and children listed on your selected plan.
How long does my membership last?
All memberships are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Do members receive free admission?
Yes! Members enjoy unlimited general admission all year long.
Do members receive event discounts?
Yes, members often receive discounted admission to select special events, camps, and programs.
Can I bring guests?
Guest benefits vary by membership level. Please review your selected plan for details.
Can I use my membership right away?
Absolutely, your membership becomes active immediately upon purchase.
Is my membership tax-deductible?
Memberships primarily provide benefits and are generally not considered tax-deductible charitable gifts.
Can memberships be transferred or refunded?
Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Do you offer reciprocal benefits?
Yes! CMA participates in the Association of Children’s Museums reciprocal network on qualifying membership levels.
Can a babysitter, grandparent, or another caregiver use my membership?
Yes! We know families have different caregiving needs. A babysitter, grandparent, or approved caregiver may use your membership when accompanying enrolled children.
I purchased an Explore Plus membership for four, who can come?
Your membership covers up to four listed family members. Flexibility is built in, but at least one registered adult on the membership must be present during each visit.
Can different family members bring the kids on different days?
Yes, parents, grandparents, or approved caregivers may bring enrolled children based on your membership setup.
Do all family members need to visit together?
No. Covered members may visit in different combinations, as long as membership guidelines are followed.
Can I add additional family members later?
Yes! Additional family members can be added for an annual fee.
What if I’m unsure who is listed on my membership?
Our team is happy to help, just give us a call or stop by the front desk.