Membership Benefits - Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration

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There's no better way to explore and enjoy Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration than as one of our valued members!

When there's so much to see and do, one visit is simply not enough. A membership provides the opportunity to make as many visits as often as you like all year long -- for free! Members receive these great benefits for one full year:

Free general admission
Free admission to the XD Motion Theater
Discount tickets for guests
A 10% discount on most items in the Aquarium Store
A 10% discount on most items in the Penguins Café
A 10% discount at our photo counter
Discounts on our popular Animal Encounter Programs
Discount on Aquarium Birthday Parties
Discount rates on Aquarium Programs including family nights, camps, overnights and fun classes for all ages
Invitations to special "members only" events
Special offers at other participating zoos, aquariums and more!
Subscription to our newsletter, Making Waves, and our monthly email newsletter
Membership card and window decal

The best benefit of all is knowing your membership helps enable us to fulfill our mission of learning about and protecting our oceans!

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Memberships can be easily purchased online, by phone, mail or in person at the time of your next visit.
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Membership Questions?

We are happy to answer any of your questions regarding membership. Please call Membership at 860.572.5955 ext. 233 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work with animals, teach kids or talk about exhibits? Now's your chance!
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