BECOME A MEMBER
A New York Transit Museum membership is your ticket to exploring New York’s rich transit history—past, present, and future. Members enjoy exclusive benefits and special access to our extensive collections, programs, and tours. Memberships are valid for one year from the month of purchase and are available at a variety of levels to fit your needs.
Make Your Membership Last with Express Membership!
Automatic renewal is the fastest, easiest way to make sure your benefits never lapse. Simply add a membership to your cart and select the auto-renew option at checkout. You may cancel your auto renew membership at any time by contacting us at (718) 694-3385 or [email protected].
Share the Experience
Looking for a unique gift? A Transit Museum membership is a thoughtful way to give year-round access and excitement to friends and family. Learn more about Gift Memberships.
Have more questions? Visit our Membership FAQ for answers. Visit our Old City Hall page to learn more about our members-only Jewel in the Crown: Old City Hall Station Tour.
Core Benefits
- Unlimited admission to the Museum – reserve tickets here
- Members-only exhibit previews and special events
- Free or discounted tickets to in-person and virtual public programs
- 10% off purchases at the Transit Museum Stores**
- Reciprocal admission to participating history and science museums worldwide via the ASTC Passport Program and Time Travelers
- Exclusive invitations and special offers during Members Appreciation Month
- Recognition through Member Milestones, a program celebrating long-term members
Caregiver Entry
- Add a caregiver to your membership for $35
- Guest passes and caregiver add-ons are valid only for Museum admission, not for special tours.
- For individuals with significant disabilities, the Museum offers a complimentary Personal Care Attendant (PCA) add-on. To request this accommodation, please contact the Membership Office at [email protected] or call 718-694-3385.
- The PCA add-on for members with disabilities is valid for special tours.
General Membership Levels
Individual $65 *
(Fully tax deductible)
- All core benefits, plus:
- Free Museum admission for 1 designated adult (18+)
- 2 complimentary one-time use guest passes
(valid for Museum admission only)
Senior $45 (62+ with valid ID)
(Fully tax deductible)
*Enjoy all Individual Benefits
Join, Renew or Gift Membership
MTA Family $45
(Fully tax deductible)
*Eligible for employees and retirees with proof of employment.
*Enjoy all Family Benefits
Dual $85
($70 is tax deductible)
- All core benefits, plus:
- Free Museum admission for 2 designated adults (18+)
- 2 complimentary one-time use guest passes
(valid for Museum admission only)
Family $100
($85 is tax deductible)
- All core benefits, plus:
- Free museum admission for 2 designated adults with up to 4 children
- 2 complimentary one-time use guest passes
(valid for Museum admission only) - 10% discount on Birthday Experiences (family-level members and above)
Family Plus $165
($135 is tax deductible)
- All core benefits, plus:
- Free Museum admission for 2 designated adults with up to 6 children
- Includes an optional caregiver
- 4 complimentary one-time use guest passes
(valid for Museum admission only) - 10% discount on Birthday Experiences (family-level members and above)
Dual Plus $165
($135 is tax deductible)
- All core benefits, plus:
- Free Museum admission for 2 designated adults (18+)
- 2 complimentary tickets for select programs throughout the year
- 4 complimentary one-time use guest passes
(valid for Museum admission only)
Director’s Circle
Sustaining $275
($230 is tax deductible)
- All core benefits, plus:
- Free Museum admission for 4 designated adults with up to 6 children
- 6 complimentary one-time use guest passes
(valid for Museum admission only) - Invitations to Curator-led tours
- Exclusive Director’s Circle priority pre-sale booking for tours and excursions
- Listing in the Annual Report
Patron $550
($415 is tax deductible)
- All Sustaining benefits, plus:
- Family level gift membership
Benefactor $750
($550 is tax deductible)
- All Patron benefits, plus
- Free Museum admission for 4 designated adults with up to 8 children
- 8 complimentary one-time use guest passes
(valid for Museum admission only) - Complimentary ticket to 1 Museum-sponsored tour of choice *based on availability
Champion $1,000
($800 is tax deductible)
- All Benefactor benefits, plus
- Private collection tour with Museum Director
Free Reciprocal Admission at Partner Museums
As a Transit Museum member, you receive free general admission, with proof of membership, to the following partner institutions:
- New York Hall of Science (Queens)
- Staten Island Children’s Museum
- The Newark Museum of Art
- Intrepid Museum (Family level memberships and above only; valid photo ID required. Caregiver cards are not accepted.)
- Brooklyn Children’s Museum (Available only on the 3rd Sat and following Sunday of each month)
- Select Trolley Museums (Free or discounted admission to these participating locations)
The Transit Museum also participates in the ASTC Passport Program and Time Travelers network, which provide free or reduced-price admission to museums and institutions across the U.S. and internationally.
Reciprocal benefits are determined by each participating institution and may change without notice. We recommend confirming details and hours directly with the institution before your visit.
Additional Info
Memberships are valid for one year from the date of purchase.
All memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable.
** Upon joining, members will receive an email prompting them to set up an account for our online store. If you missed the email, visit the Forgot Password page and enter the email address used for your membership.
Please note: The online store is operated on a separate website from nytransitmuseum.org, and login credentials are not shared between systems.