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Science, Savings and Curious George!

This holiday season, get ready to win the best gift of the year award! No monkey business! Now’s the perfect time to renew or give a Danville Science Center membership. Get ready to swing into 2026 with Curious George, a new touring exhibition opening in late May.

Enjoy unlimited general admission to awe-inspiring permanent exhibitions and be among the first to experience our ever-changing touring exhibitions.

Where else can you test your speed against a T. rex, generate electricity by powering a giant hamster wheel or unleash your inner innovator with hands-on projects in our Creativity Lab? Plus, embark on unforgettable journeys through the cosmos and visit breathtaking destinations in The Dome, our immersive, fully digital theater.

With something to discover for all ages, it’s the perfect gift for every curious mind on your holiday shopping list.

Even better, ’tis the season for savings!

Delight your family and friends with a gift that sparks curiosity and wonder, and save 15% while you’re at it. Whether purchasing this as a gift membership for someone special or treating yourself, use code HOLIDAY25 at checkout between November 18–December 31 to spread holiday cheer that’s sure to last into the new year.

Membership Privileges

  • One year of free regular admission to the Danville Science Center
  • One year of free regular admission to the Science Museum of Virginia in Richmond
  • Passes to enjoy astronomy shows and giant screen films on The Dome's massive wrap-around screen
  • Guest passes to bring friends when you visit
  • Invitations to exclusive premieres and events
  • Discounts in the gift shop
  • Discounts on birthday parties and special programming

Plus, membership support will help the Science Center remain the Dan River Region’s educational and cultural anchor, working to ensure everyone in our region knows that STEM is theirs to discover.


Looking to Send a Gift Membership?

Annual Membership Options

Individual

$ $50 /annually

$42.50 with discount HOLIDAY25

  • Free regular admission for 1 member

  • 2 Dome passes

  • 2 guest passes

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Dual/Family

$ 90 /annually

Add a grandparent or childcare provider for just $15

$76.50 with discount HOLIDAY25

  • Free regular admission for 2 adults and children under age 18

  • 4 Dome passes

  • 4 guest passes

Associate

$ $125 /annually

$106.25 with discount HOLIDAY25

  • Free regular admission for 2 gradnparents, 2 adults and children under age 18

  • 6 Dome passes

  • 8 guest passes

Please note: Gift memberships will not activate until they are redeemed by recipient. After you complete your purchase, you will receive an email confirmation with instructions on how to share the gift membership with your recipient. Do not enter the gift recipient’s information on the checkout page.

Dome passes are digital and automatically applied to your membership at the time you join. Guest passes allow free general admission to the exhibitions only and are valid for one time use per person.

Memberships are final sale and non-refundable or transferable. All levels, benefits and prices are subject to change. Membership benefits may not be used for group visits.


Promo valid 11.18–12.31.25. Excludes Museums for All membership level.


Museums for All Membership
The Science Center offers a reduced membership rate for limited-resource families.

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