The Montshire is committed to ensuring that the meaningful experiences we offer are accessible to disadvantaged children and families.
Studies show that science museums are critically important elements of our educational infrastructure. People who are disadvantaged economically are less likely to have access to opportunities found in museums, which substantially undermines their learning and chances for school success. We address this challenge by offering Museum admission and education programs at fees that are set below the actual cost.
Donors make these programs possible.
The Montshire offers $3 admission and $30 memberships to individuals who show a Vermont or New Hampshire EBT or Medicaid Card (adult must be named on Medicaid card), or whose children qualify for the Free or Reduced Price School Meals program in our two states. Note that WIC, P-EBT and Dr. Dynasaur are not accepted. Learn more here.
To encourage families to return for multiple visits, the Montshire offers $30 memberships to families who show a Vermont or New Hampshire EBT card for food assistance, adult Medicaid Card, or who qualify for the Free or Reduced Price School Meals program. Note that WIC, P-EBT and Dr. Dynasaur are not accepted. Warm Welcome Memberships may not be gifted due to eligibility requirements. Learn more here.
The Montshire offers an Agency Membership which provides complimentary visits for clients of local not-for-profit agencies. These organizations must provide direct health and human services for families, children, and/or seniors in need.
Qualifying agencies must serve residents of Grafton and/or Sullivan counties in New Hampshire, and/or Windsor and/or Orange counties in Vermont. These agencies must also be headquartered in one of these counties. Each agency must provide a staff person to serve as the main contact for the Agency Membership.
Qualifying agencies receive a reusable pass for clients to bring to the museum, good for complimentary day visits. Each agency also receives two free group visits. Membership in the program is good for one year. Agencies who qualify may apply here.
For more information, read the Agency Pass FAQs.
As a way to support our community, the Montshire offers a reduced rate on rental of our program room for educational purposes. We also donate admission passes to select nonprofits for their fundraising activities. You can read more about this Warm Welcome program here.
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