Notes: person/people 3 years and older
Monthly Membership Subscriptions available! Please reach out to [email protected] for more info (online sales unavailable)
- Inclusion in our annual report
- 100% of your donation is tax-deductible
Give to AMOS
Contribute to our mission of fostering curiosity and providing interactive science learning experiences.
Your support plays a vital role in sustaining our educational programs, maintaining our exhibits, and expanding our outreach initiatives. Join us in shaping the future of science education and exploration. Together, we can ignite curiosity and make a difference in our community.
We greatly appreciate the support of our donors and members, we couldn’t be here without you!
Memberships
Annual membership levels
Curiosity
1 person
$35 + tax
Trailblazers
2 people
$70 + tax
Expedition
4 people
$130 + tax
Expedition Plus
6 people
$180 + tax
What do you get with an AMOS membership?
One year of free daily admission and 50% off guest admission (based on Membership Level. Children two and under are always free).
50% OFF Daily Admission at the Gray Fossil Site & Museum
$2.00 OFF Daily Admission to Chimney Rock State Park
10% OFF museum shop purchases
$25 OFF our Science Themed Birthday Parties
Discounts on STEAM camps and workshops throughout the year
Free or discounted admission to over 250 museums and science centers through the Association of Science and Technology Centers (ASTC)*
What do you give with an AMOS membership?
The gift of learning, exploration, and discovery
Imagination, confidence, and the development of future STEAM enriched career opportunities’
Foundation for future generations to help care for and maintain our planet
Support for AMOS staff and educators to continue efforts of enhancing the community with all things science!
Donations
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, AMOS relies on community support. Our donors, corporate sponsors, volunteers, and members enable us to be Western North Carolina’s home for experiential science learning, discovery, and exploration.
All donations include inclusion in our annual report plus:
Friends – $100
Explorers – $250
- Inclusion in our annual report
- 1 Free Membership*
- $225 of the $250 donation is tax-deductible
- You may ask that 100% of your donation be accepted by opting out of the free membership benefits
Rovers Club – $500
- Inclusion in our annual report
- Free Family Membership (all members in your household)*
- $400 of the $500 donation is tax-deductible OR
- You may ask that 100% of your donation be accepted by opting out of the free membership benefits
Adventurers Society – $1,000
- Inclusion in our annual report
- Free Family Membership (all members in your household)*
- Receive an additional 8 free passes to the museum to share however you wish with friends and family
- $844 of the $1000 donation is tax deductible
- You may ask that 100% of your donation be accepted by opting out of the free membership benefits
Discovery Circle – $2,500
- Inclusion in our annual report
- Free Family Membership (all members in your household)*
- Receive an additional 12 free passes to the museum to share however you wish with friends and family
- Receive a $50 gift voucher for use in our Museum Store (cannot be combined w/additional discounts)
- $2254 of the $2500 donation is tax-deductible
- You may ask that 100% of your donation be accepted by opting out of the free membership benefits
Pioneer Partners – $5,000
- Inclusion in our annual report
- Free Family Membership (all members in your household)*
- One additional Family Membership to share as a gift
- Receive 20 free passes to the museum to share however you wish with friends and family
- Host one birthday or private party event at the museum
- Receive a $100 gift voucher for use in our Museum Store (cannot be combined w/additional discounts)
- $4290 of the $5000 donation is tax-deductible
- You may ask that 100% of your donation be accepted by opting out of the free membership benefits
Patrons of the Sciences – $10,000
- Inclusion in our annual report
- Free Family Membership (all members in your household)*
- Two additional Family Memberships to share as gifts
- Receive 30 free passes to the museum to share however you wish with friends and family
- Host one birthday or private party event at the museum
- Receive a $200 gift voucher for use in our Museum Store (cannot be combined w/additional discounts)
- $9010 of the $10000 donation is tax-deductible
- You may ask that 100% of your donation be accepted by opting out of the free membership benefits
Colburn Benefactors – $20,000
- Inclusion in our annual report
- Free Family Membership (all members in your household)*
- Four additional Family Memberships to share as gifts
- Receive 40 free passes to the museum to share however you wish with friends and family
- Host one birthday or private party event at the museum
- Receive a $300 gift voucher for use in our Museum Store (cannot be combined w/additional discounts)
- $18630 of the $20000 is tax-deductible
- You may ask that 100% of your donation be accepted by opting out of the free membership benefits
Each sponsorship level is for the support of our education programs. Go to our donation page and choose your level!
Donate todayMuseum Member Benefits:
• Free admission to AMOS for 1 full year (valid from date of purchase)
• Receive a 10% discount in the Museum Store on all purchases as well as discounts on select programming, events, and exhibits
• Early registration and/or discounts available for special programs and camps
• Free or discounted admission to Science and Technology Centers that participate in the ASTC Passport Program. Please visit www.astc.org for program rules and a list of participating centers.
• Receive a 50% off discount admission rate at the WNC Nature Center & and at the Hands-On Museum in Johnson City, TN
• Discounts available at Chimney Rock State Park
• Receive updates through our E-Newsletter
How does an investment in AMOS provide an investment for our present and our future?
One child’s visit
Our cost for one child’s admission to the museum comes to $20; however, we only charge $7 per child, per visit. A 65% value of every child’s visit is subsidized and/or supported by donor revenue.
Summer or Winter Camp Series
A $60 donation can pay for a scholarship to our STEM Camp. Help a family in need send their child to our educational camp program!
After-School Programming
A $100 donation pays for one session of After School programming, including supplies and educator time.
Educational Supplies
A donation of $250 helps pay for supplies for our innovative science classes (for preschool through 8th-grade level students).
Class Field Trip
A $500 sponsorship provides the cost for one classroom for a field trip to the museum!
In School Science Learning
A $2,000 sponsorship provides our cost to send educators to visit schools for a week of in-school, hands-on science learning.
New Exhibits
A donation of $10,000 or more would help develop new programs and new, up-to-date exhibits. We are working to raise money now for new weather and climate exhibit.
Expanding In School Education
Our goal of $100,000 is to expand our in-school education program to the entire WNC region. This will cover the cost of two educators, supplies, and give AMOS the ability to expand its footprint.
Corporate Sponsor
Interested in a corporate sponsorship? Join our SCIENCE CIRCLE!
Make your mark on one of our exhibits, events, or programs through a corporate sponsorship. All sponsors receive a name and logo recognition in print as well as digital promotions reaching 100,000+ active audience members!