Become a Member

Memberships That Make History

Memberships That Make History

Becoming a member means becoming part of something bigger. You’ll join a vibrant community that values the rich history and culture of North Texas. Your membership helps preserve local heritage, supports educational programs, and ensures that the stories of our region continue to inspire future generations.

As a valued member, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits, special access to exhibits and events, and the satisfaction of making a lasting impact.

Join. Support. Discover.

Individual

$60

  • Unlimited complimentary admission to MNTx and most special exhibitions for the membership year
  • Membership Card
  • Digital Copy of the MNTx Annual Report
  • Membership in the Time Travelers Reciprocal Museum network*
  • One complimentary ticket to A Bite of History Lunch & Learn Series ($10 value)
  • Two complimentary guest admission passes
  • Exclusive discounts on camps, classes, and workshops
  • 10% discount in the Museum Shop
  • Invitations to members-only exhibition previews/ openings, tours, and events
  • Subscription to MNTx monthly e-newsletter
  • Discounts on select tickets to the Backdoor Theatre
  • Dining discounts at supporting area restaurants
  • Option to enroll in Auto Renewal

Dual / Family

$110

  • All benefits of Individual Membership plus:
  • Additional Membership Card
  • Complimentary admission for your children or grandchildren (ages 17 and below)
  • Two Additional complimentary guest admission passes (Four Total)

Contributing

$150

  • All benefits of Individual Memberships plus:
  • Ability to join MNTx Next (a social group for members ages 25-45)
  • Membership in the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM)*
  • Two complimentary tickets to A Bite of History Lunch & Learn Series ($20 value)

Patron

$250

  • All benefits of Contributing Membership plus:
  • Physical Copy of the MNTx Annual Report
  • Membership in the Reciprocal Organization of Associated Museums (ROAM)*
  • Additional 5% discount in the Museum Shop (15% total)
  • Invitations to monthly tours of special exhibitions
  • Two additional complimentary guest admission passes (Six Total – $30 value)

*Museum networks have varying benefits depending on the institution with most including free or discounted admission as well as other benefits such as gift shop discounts. Please inquire with Visitor Services for details.

Stakeholder Annual Memberships

Donor Patron

$500

  • Enjoy all of the benefits of Patron Membership (for one or two members) plus:
  • Two additional complimentary guest admission passes (Eight Total – $40 value)
  • Invitations to exclusive evening happy hours
  • Complimentary admission for your children or grandchildren (ages 17 and below)
  • Special offers on gift membership purchases

Sustaining Patron

$1,000

  • Enjoy all of the benefits of Donor Patron Membership (for one or two members) plus:
  • Two additional complimentary guest admission passes (Ten Total – $50 value)
  • Invitations to after-hours tours
  • An invitation to one Director’s Circle member exhibition reception

Director’s Circle Memberships

$2,500

Annually 

The Museum of North Texas History’s Director’s Circle connects community members who are passionate about our region’s unique and remarkable history while desiring to personally commit to the museum and its mission.

With the support of Director’s Circle members, MNTx can fund new exhibitions, create innovative programming, and grow as a cultural institution.

Benefits include all Sustaining Patron benefits and additional benefits such as:

  • Invitations to opening celebrations for major exhibitions, the museum’s premier events, and the annual North Texas Gala
  • Opportunities to glimpse behind the scenes at the museum*
  • Private exhibition tours for you and up to ten guests*
  • One complimentary Dual/Family membership per year
  • Recognition in MNTx publications
  • Twenty free one-time-use guest passes ($100 value)

*Must be booked in advance