Membership at Stepping Stones means more than free admission. We are a community of more than 5,000 families who play, meet and thrive in our home away from home. With new programs and events every day, plus special offerings just for members, we make sure there’s always something new to explore. Every Stepping Stones journey is different—how will you start yours?
Stepping Stones relies on the generosity of family and friends, like you, to keep us going and help us grow. The financial support we receive from memberships is a vital component of our overall operating budget, providing us with the resources to deliver impactful programs to our community. By becoming a member, you join our mission to make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
MEMBERSHIPS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERABLE. Stepping Stones Museum for Children is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The tax deductible values stated are based on fair value estimates for visitation under each member level. Consult a tax professional for further information or advice. Tax ID: 22-3199269
Please note that discounts and cost of admission may NOT be applied to online purchases. To complete your purchase, please call our team at (203) 899 0606, ext. 264.
*Resident and Educator discounts may not be combined.
**General Admission order number (provided on receipt) must be provided to apply cost of admission to a membership purchase.
FREE general admission for TWO (2) designated adults and all grandchildren.
Please note: Both adults listed must be grandparents to qualify for this level.
FREE general admission for TWO (2) designated adults and all children in the same household
FREE general admission for THREE (3) designated adults and all children in the same household
With a donation of $300 in your name to our Open Arms accessibility initiative, thousands of children and family members are able to participate in the museum’s offerings every year with free or reduced admission, membership and enrollment through Open Arms.
“This place is amazing! Great for a wide range of ages. Science, art, reading, pretend play – all on hand. Membership is a total slam-dunk and very reasonable if you come back a few times. Beats any other children’s museum we’ve been to.”
“As a grandmother of two boys, aged 6 and 9, I love visiting Stepping Stones! The interaction between them and all the displays is fantastic! They share and delight in all the action and activities. I can participate as much as I want or I can observe their joy. Love you Stepping Stones!”
“We bought a membership after our first visit because my children spent hours there and still wanted more. I love that the family membership is the same price no matter how many children you have – a win for big families.”