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The Gift of Discovery: Local memberships turn family time into an adventure

FAMily Discovery Center, First Americans Museum

by Lindsay Cuomo

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Looking for a gift that lasts a little longer? Memberships to local attractions are the ultimate way to give a whole year of adventures, discoveries and “remember when” moments. They also maximize fun on a budget and play a vital role in supporting the amazing attractions in our community.

Check out some of our favorite memberships to gift!

Science Museum Oklahoma

From live science shows and hands-on learning to a trip through the stars, SMO turns curiosity into family fun.

💲 Price: $190 for 4 people |
$230 for 6 people

💝 What you gift: Unlimited admission to exhibits, Science Live and Planetarium shows for an entire year. Plus, members score exclusive invites to special events and sweet discounts on parties, camps, the gift shop and even the café (because science is better with snacks).

🥳 Bonus perks: You get free or reduced admission to 300+ science centers worldwide — from Tulsa’s Discovery Lab to the Perot Museum in Dallas and the Amazeum in Bentonville.


Sam Noble Museum 

Travel through prehistoric Oklahoma into modern times at Sam Noble Museum. Through world-class exhibits and fun, educational programming, your family can explore and discover together.

💲 Price: $65 for 4 people

💝 What you gift: Members get unlimited admission for a year, plus two guest passes and discounts on parties, camps, classes and more.

🥳 Bonus perks: Sooner fans will be mammoth-ly excited about complimentary gameday parking.


Oklahoma City Zoo

The OKC Zoo brings the wonders of the animal kingdom to the heart of our city. Explore, learn and connect with wildlife while enjoying unique experiences.

💲 Price: $149 for 4 people | $199 for 6 people

💝 What you gift: Free general admission for a full year, a members-only entrance (skip the lines!), plus discounts on rides, attractions, Wild Encounters, special events, camps, classes, concessions and even the gift shop.

🥳 Bonus perks: Your zoo membership travels with you! Enjoy free or discounted admission to other AZA-affiliated zoos and aquariums, including zoos in Tulsa, Dallas, Fort Worth and Little Rock.


First Americans Museum

Dive into a world of culture and imagination at First Americans Museum, celebrating the 39 Tribal Nations in Oklahoma. Experience rich histories and traditions through immersive exhibits and hands-on activities.

💲 Price: $175 for 4 people | $250 for 6 people

💝 What you gift: Members get unlimited gallery admission, including to the newly opened FAMily Discovery Center, plus access to special events and discounts when you shop, dine and learn.

🥳 Bonus perks: In addition to your gift-wrap-ready FAM tote bag, members also receive a North American Reciprocal Museum Association membership, with benefits at hundreds of museums, including more than 20 in Oklahoma.


National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

Visiting the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum is like stepping into a wild west adventure with cowboy hats, stunning art and history around every corner. Explore everything from rodeo thrills to western artifacts, and maybe even feel a little like a cowboy yourself.

💲 Price: $125 for 4 people | $150 for 6 people

💝 What you gift: Members get unlimited admission year-round, including special events like Christmas at The Cowboy and the annual Chuck Wagon Festival, plus a discount to The Museum Grill and Persimmon Hill, the museum’s gift shop.

🥳 Bonus perks: Cowboy memberships grant admission to more than 1,000 North American Reciprocal Museum Association Institutions.


Editor’s note: Head over to our Exploring Beyond Oklahoma article to see how these memberships can add fun to your next trip to Dallas! 

Other OKC memberships that make great gifts

  • Seasonal membership to a pool
  • Membership at a recreation center
  • Myriad Botanical Gardens
  • Oklahoma City Museum of Art
  • Oklahoma Contemporary
  • Oklahoma Hall of Fame

Find even more at metrofamilymagazine.com/family-memberships.

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