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Rocky Mountain Express [IMAX]All aboard! Rocky Mountain Express will propel you on a steam train journey through the breathtaking vistas of the Canadian Rockies, highlighting the adventure of building the nation’s first transcontinental railway. Retracing the original route aboard... -
Cosmic Collisions [Digital]The new digital show Cosmic Collisions launches you on a thrilling trip through space and time to explore the astronomical impacts that drive the dynamic and continuing evolution of the universe. From subatomic particles to the largest galaxies, cosmic... -
Flight of the Butterflies [IMAX]Join the Most Incredible Migration on EarthThe iconic monarch butterfly is a true marvel of nature. It weighs less than a penny, yet it makes one of the longest migrations on Earth across a continent, with pinpoint navigational accuracy, to a secluded place it has never been. In Flight of the... -
To The Arctic [IMAX]An Extraordinary Journey to the Top of the WorldThe documentary adventure “To The Arctic” tells the ultimate tale of survival. Narrated by Oscar® winner Meryl Streep, the film takes audiences on a never-before-experienced journey into the lives of a mother polar bear and her twin seven-month-old cubs...
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The Instrument That ROCKED the WorldStarting December 20th, the Fleet Science Center will ROCK you! The guitar is the single most enduring icon in American history. This rockin’ exhibition explores all facets of the world’s favorite musical instrument, from its history as an instrument... -
Science and art intersect in a new exhibit, where glass tubing, gas bottles, bubbling liquids and zapping electricity form a working science experiment and a work of art. The famous experiments carried out by Stanley Miller and Harold Urey at the... -
Get Your Hands On ScienceOur Main Gallery exhibition combines some of our all-time favorites with exciting interactive exhibits from San Francisco’s Exploratorium. This collection features opportunities to explore mechanics, motion, math, hearing, electricity and many other...
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The First Monday of Each MonthThe first Monday of every month, seniors 65 and better can enjoy the Science Center exhibits, an IMAX film, and educational programming on the quietest day of the month for only $7! No coupons or additional discounts are accepted. Afternoon Scholars: A... -
Fleet volunteers and interns come from all different backgrounds, each with their own unique skills and expertise. What they have in common is their curiosity, love of learning, enthusiasm, and dedication to creating an excellent guest experience. In... -
Fleet volunteers and interns come from all different backgrounds, each with their own unique skills and expertise. What they have in common is their curiosity, love of learning, enthusiasm, and dedication to creating an excellent guest experience. In... -
Attention girls in grades 5 through 8... Join us on the second Saturday of each month to investigate exciting science topics. Each Saturday session will be filled with new challenges, hands-on activities and interaction with local women scientists.... -
In the Tinkering StudioJoin us in the Tinkering Studio for hands-on building fun each Saturday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., led by our tinkering gurus. Visitors work together on creative activities designed to spark curiosity and foster exploration. For example: make origami and... -
Join our celebration of the most famous irrational number. Help us create a giant, collaborative participatory art piece with mathematics as its foundation and inspiration. Each digit of pi, represented by one color strip of paper, will hang from the...
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Membership
Purchase/Renew Your Membership Online
Welcome to the Science Center of the 21st century! The on-going mission of the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is to inspire lifelong learning. And there’s no better tool than your Fleet membership to help you understand and meet the challenges of tomorrow… through unlimited free access to our hands-on exhibits galleries, free IMAX film tickets, discounted (or free) planetarium shows and education programs for you and your family, and more.
All memberships include the following General Benefits:
- Free, unlimited admission to all Exhibit Galleries.
- Free Vouchers, valid for Theater shows (except Exhibit Experience level).
- Free reservation privileges for the Theater shows.***
- Discount on additional Theater tickets.
- Discount on all planetarium shows.
- Express Ticket Pick-up at the Members Window.
- Discounts at the North Star Science Store and Galileo’s Cafe.
- Discounted and preferential enrollment in education programs.
- E-Update, our monthly e-mail newsletter.
- Free or discounted admission to 250 ASTC museums worldwide (including 20 science centers in California and Arizona).
- Learn more about our benefits or check our FAQs page for more details.
Regular Membership Levels
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| Price | $84 | $84 | $56 | $56 | $59 |
| Designed for | 2 adults and up to 6 children under 18 | 2 adults and up to 6 grand children under 18 | 2 adults 65+ | 1 adult or child | 2 adults and up to 6 children under 18 |
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| Theater Vouchers * | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | N/A |
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| Price | $150 | $300 | $500 | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Theater Vouchers * | 8 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Unlimited Theater Admission for Two ** | |||||
| FREE “Sky Tonight” Family Admission | |||||
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| Additional Guest Free into Theater show | |||||
| Annual Donor Board Recognition | |||||
| Special Innovator Privileges |
All membership levels (except Senior and Individual) include unlimited exhibit gallery admission for 2 adults and up to 6 children under 18 OR grandchildren under 18.
*Some restrictions apply; Theater vouchers/preseating not valid for special events or educations programs.
**You will receive two non-transferable membership cards (valid for the person named on the card only). Other family members must use a Theater voucher.
***Member reservations for IMAX, digital and planetarium shows must be claimed at least 20 minutes before show time; always allow extra time for parking. Reservations not claimed 20 minutes in advance may be released to the general public.
Become a Member
Join the more than 13,000 proud members of the Fleet! Each membership supports the Fleet’s nonprofit mission of inspiring lifelong learning. Plus, members enjoy fantastic benefits, like unlimited free access to our hands-on exhibit galleries, free or discounted IMAX film and digital show tickets, discounted (or free) planetarium shows, savings on education programs for you and your family, and more.
Looking for the perfect gift?
A Fleet membership lasts an entire year. Best of all, current members can purchase many memberships at a discount. Click here for a PDF application.
Summer Volunteers Wanted
Help make science fun by volunteering at the Fleet this summer with our Summer Camp, Museum Ambassador or Gallery Facilitator programs. Spend 60 hours over the summer with us; we’ll provide training, a t-shirt and community service letters. These positions are great for high school or college students on summer break.



