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Join the Burke and receive fabulous benefits, including unlimited admission throughout the year, an annual night "behind the scenes," other special members-only programs, a complimentary subscription to the museum e-newsletter, and a 10% discount both in the Museum Shop and Café.
NEW MEMBER BENEFIT Cascade Associate level members and above will soon receive a sticker for their membership card, allowing them to visit over 300 museums for free!


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Membership Benefits
All members receive:
  • Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
  • Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
  • Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
  • 10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
  • 10% Discount in the Museum Shop Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
  • "Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
  • Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
  • Rent the Museum: As a member of the Burke, you are eligible to rent the museum for your upcoming special event or business reception.
  • Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA: Burke members receive membership privileges at the Port Townsend Marine Science Center, including free admission. The center offers hands-on, live exhibits and a wide variety of educational programs in Fort Worden State Park near Port Townsend.
  • Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.*




Student ($10)

  • Free admission for one currently enrolled student (with valid ID)
  • Plus all membership benefits listed above

Senior ($20)

  • Free admission for one senior (62 or older)
  • Plus all membership benefits listed above

Individual ($30)

  • Free admission for one adult
  • Plus all membership benefits listed above

Dual Senior ($35)

  • Free admission for two seniors (62 or older)
  • Plus all membership benefits listed above

UW Family ($36)

  • Discount for UW Students, Faculty and Staff, and Retirees (UW ID required)
  • Free admission for two adults
  • Free admission for four youths under age 18
  • Plus all membership benefits listed above
  • Sign up for membership by Payroll Deduction

Family ($55)

  • Free admission for two adults
  • Free admission for four youths under age 18
  • Plus all membership benefits listed above
  • Educators are eligible for a discount on the Family membership.




Cascade Associate ($100)

  • All the benefits of the Family membership, plus
  • Four (4) guest passes
  • Invitations to special events
  • Recognition in the Burke Museum's newsletter
  • Membership card stickers for NARM reciprocal museums

Northwest Partner ($250)

  • All the benefits of Cascade Associate membership, plus
  • Two additional guest passes for a total of six (6) passes
  • Donor panel recognition for selected exhibits

Pacific Patron ($500)

  • All the benefits of Northwest Partner membership, plus
  • Two additional guest passes for a total of eight (8) passes
  • Membership in UW Dean's Club

Director's Circle ($1,000)

  • All the benefits of Pacific Patron membership, plus
  • Two additional guest passes for a total of ten (10) passes
  • Complimentary Family membership to give as a gift to friends or family
  • Private Director's Tour for ten (10) guests





Please call the Membership Office for more information at 206-616-6057 or e-mail burkemem@u.washington.edu.

* Cost of membership is fully tax deductible as specified in IRS regulations. Pursuant to RCW 19.09, the University of Washington is registered as a charitable organization with the Secretary of State for the State of Washington. For information, call the Office of the Secretary of State, 1-800-332-4483.




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