Can I apply my general admission tickets toward a membership?
How often can I visit the museum?
Is my membership tax deductible?
How long does an LICM membership last?
What if I want to switch one of the members?
How do I update my contact info?
How do I redeem my gift membership?
What ASTC museums can I visit?
How do I reserve tickets online?
When are the exclusive member events?
Are discounts available for Museum birthday parties?
Are discounts available at the Museum Store?
Are there any other discounts included with membership?
Why do I need to provide ID when I visit?
What if I forgot my membership card?
Can I visit a reciprocal ASTC or ACM museum without my membership card?
May I bring food and drinks into the Museum?
Does the Museum offer free admission?
Can I apply my general admission tickets toward a membership?
Admission tickets can be applied to membership on the same day they were purchased as follows: up to 2 tickets can be applied for a Wonder membership, up to 4 tickets for an Imagination membership and up to 6 tickets for an Exploration membership.
How often can I visit the museum?
As a member you will receive free unlimited admission during the Museum's operating hours for the entire duration of your membership.
Is my membership tax deductible?
A portion of your membership is tax-deductible; please consult your tax consultant to determine the amount permitted by law. Many companies will make a matching gift to the Children’s Museum when one of their employees makes a tax-deductible donation. Please ask your Human Resources department about your donation to LICM.
How long does an LICM membership last?
You may purchase a one- or two-year Membership to LICM. The Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday most of the year, with additional bonus Mondays during some school holidays, and seven days a week throughout July and August. The Museum is closed annually for our two-week Fall Fix-Up in September, our Fundraiser, and some federal holidays including Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
All Plus-level Members can bring one free guest. Additional guests accompanying you will receive a $3 discount off museum admission, which will be charged at entry.
What if I want to switch one of the members?
You can change the name of a designated member on your membership; a $10 processing fee will be charged. You will be emailed a digital membership card identifying the current names on the membership.
How do I update my contact info?
It’s easy, send an e-mail to membership@licm.org, call (516) 224–5823, or stop by the INFO desk in the lobby.
How do I redeem my gift membership?
To redeem your gift membership, simply bring your gift membership email and photo ID to the Box Office. Our staff will assist you in activating your membership and providing you with all the pertinent information regarding your membership. If you have any questions, or need further assistance, please contact our Membership Department at membership@licm.org.
What's the ASTC reciprocal policy and which museums can I visit?
ASTC offers free admission to hundreds of museums around the world. There is a 90 mile restriction. You cannot visit museums that are within 90 miles of Long Island Children's Museum and your residence. Please download the list to find out which museums you can visit and their admission policies.
ASTC Travel Passport Program (PDF)
What's the ACM reciprocal policy and which museums can I visit?
ACM Travel Passport Program offers 50% off admission and is a benefit of Plus-level memberships. Please view the list to find out which museums you can visit: ACM Reciprocal Network
How do I reserve tickets online?
Please visit Member Tickets to reserve your tickets.
When are the exclusive member events?
Exclusive member events are listed on our calendar. Events are also listed in our weekly email blasts. Please subscribe to receive our weekly email blast.
Are discounts available for Museum birthday parties?
All Family Memberships receive $50 off when booking parties. Plus-level members receive a $100 discount.
Are discounts available at the Museum Store?
All Family Memberships receive 10% off when shopping at the Museum Store. Plus-level members receive a 15% discount.
Are there any other discounts included with membership?
Members receive discounts on workshops, theater programs, and special events.
Why do I need to provide ID when I visit?
For your safety and to prevent the use of lost or stolen membership cards, we require members to present photo I.D. upon entering the Museum.
What if I forgot my membership card?
All adults must have photo I.D. with them when redeeming tickets. If you forgot your membership card but have photo identification, this will be accepted.
Can I visit a reciprocal ASTC or ACM museum without my membership card?
You must show a valid temporary or permanent membership card when visiting reciprocal museums. Only LICM has your membership information and reciprocal museums cannot verify your membership with a photo I.D.
No, children must be accompanied at all times by an adult age 18 or older.
May I bring food and drinks into the Museum?
Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food to the Museum. For the safety of our visitors, food and beverages are restricted to the cafeteria.
Does the Museum offer free admission?
The Museum is free to members every day we are open during regular operating hours.