The Lawrence Hall of Science

The public science center of the University of California, Berkeley.

Two children and an adult are examining nature in the Outdoor Nature Lab using a hand lens.

Become A
Member

Tap into a world of discovery at The Lawrence. Your membership is a gateway to hands-on science learning—and a gigaton of fun.

Benefits

All members receive these elemental benefits:

admission icon
Unlimited admission to The Lawrence for one year
calendar and clock icon
Priority registration for our summer camps, teen research programs, and classes
Discovery Store icon
10% discount at The Lawrence Discovery Store
Member Invitation icon
Invitations to members-only special events
museum icon
Free or reduced admission to more than 350 ASTC science centers and museums
worldwide

Plans

Atomic Membership Levels

One adult named on a membership plan must be present for entrance to The Lawrence.

Helium Level icon

Helium Level

$100 per year

  • An individual adult membership
  • Admission for 2 persons per day (including the adult member)
  • BONUS: Free or reduced admission to 350 ASTC science centers and museums worldwide
Purchase
Carbon Level icon

Carbon Level

$200 per year

  • Two adult members, which can be family members or friends
  • Admission for 6 persons per day (including at least one adult member)
  • BONUS: Free or reduced admission to 350 ASTC science centers and museums worldwide AND 50% off admission at over 200 children’s museums worldwide
Purchase
Carbon Level icon

Hydrogen Bond

  • Need to add an additional adult to your Carbon membership? Purchase an additional membership card for $50!
Purchase

Terms:

Memberships are valid for one year and are nonrefundable and nontransferable.
Prices and benefits are subject to change. Reciprocal admission benefits are available on our website. Please confirm current reciprocal benefits at partner institutions that you plan to visit.

Memberships can be purchased online, in person or by phone at 510-642-1838.

šuumin
membership

free

A membership for self-identifying California Indigenous people so they can experience The Lawrence and learn about the rich Ohlone culture of the East Bay. šuumin [SHOO-meen] means “a gift” in Chochenyo, the language of the East Bay Ohlone people. This membership was developed as part of the University-wide ‘ottoy Initiative, which aims to foster understanding of and respect for Ohlone people and culture and to repair and improve UC Berkeley’s relationship with the Ohlone community.

  • Two adult members, which can be family
    members or friends
  • Admission for 6 persons per day
    (including at least one adult member)
Register


Frequently Asked Questions

When I buy a membership, when can I begin to use it?

Your membership is valid from the time of purchase and may be used immediately.

How do I know when my membership expires?

A membership to the Lawrence Hall of Science is valid for one full year. As your expiration date nears, you will receive renewal notices from The Lawrence via mail and email.

Can my child have her or his own Member card?

No. Member cards are only issued to adults, age 18 or older, with valid ID.

Can I let my relatives or neighbors use my membership?

No. Memberships are nontransferable and can be used only by the individuals listed on the Member cards.

Do I need to show ID for admission?

To protect your membership, we do request proof of ID when you visit The Lawrence. Please make sure to have some form of ID on you when you come.

What if I have additional questions?

If you have questions not answered above, email the Membership Department or call us at 510-642-1838.

Get In Touch

Membership

510-642-1838