The Ultimate Playdate: Why a Magic House 50of Membership is a Must-Have

Dear Members, We are pleased to inform you that our exclusive membership program, Magic House 50of, is now available for enrollment! With this membership, you will gain access to a wide range of benefits and privileges that will enhance your experience at Magic House. As a Magic House 50of member, you will receive unlimited free admission to the museum for an entire year. This means that you can visit as often as you like, bringing family and friends along to enjoy the wonders of our exhibits. No longer do you have to worry about the cost of admission – your membership covers it all. In addition to free admission, Magic House 50of members will also enjoy priority access to special events and exhibitions. Be the first to discover our latest installations and take part in exclusive member-only activities.

Be the first to discover our latest installations and take part in exclusive member-only activities. We take pride in offering unique experiences to our members and as a Magic House 50of member, you will be at the forefront of these exciting opportunities. Another great benefit of joining the Magic House 50of program is the 10% discount on all merchandise at our gift shop.

10 St. Louis memberships perfect for families

Joining a membership program at one of these St. Louis museums and attractions is the gift that keeps giving all year long.

If you're frequently visiting one of St. Louis’ myriad family-friendly attractions, purchasing a membership might be worth it. With memberships, you don’t feel as if you must spend the entire afternoon at one attraction to get your money’s worth. Plus, giving your children the experiential gift of a membership to their favorite attraction is one that keeps giving all year long. But perhaps the best part? Many of these memberships come with perks, including discounts on food and in the gift shop, invites to special events, free parking, and more. Here are 10 local memberships perfect for any St. Louis family.

City Museum: The artsy playground is an ever-evolving space full of wonderful eccentricities to explore. With floors upon floors of something whimsical in every corner, it's nearly impossible to see—and do—it all in one day. With the unlimited yearly membership, you can save something for another visit. But it's not all kid-centric. Adults can visit the museum’s bars, and come summer, the rooftop hosts events and live music. The Basic Membership ($39.99, plus tax, per person) includes unlimited admission, access to MonstroCity, and free admission for children under 3. Gold Memberships ($49.99, plus tax, per person) includes the Basic perks, as well as Rooftop access, discounts on food, beverage, and retail purchases, and more. 750 N. 16th.

Magic House: The Magic House is a Victorian mansion full of hands-on exhibits and educational programs for children to explore. It has something for all ages from infants through grade-schoolers, including a STEAM Center, a three-story climbing structure, an art studio, and a play space dedicated to toddlers ages 2 and younger. The School Year, Family and Family Plus memberships are for two adults and up to four dependent children ages 18 and younger from one household. School Year memberships, starting at $100, include free admission and 50 percent discounts on guest admissions Tuesday–Friday during the school year (Labor Day–Memorial Day). Family, starting at $175, includes unlimited admission all year long, 50 percent discounts on museums across the country that are part of the Association of Children’s Museums, and an exclusive Magic House gift. Family Plus, starting at $250, includes everything the Family Membership offers, plus unlimited admission all year to MADE for Kids. Visit the website for more membership options. 516 S. Kirkwood. Missouri Botanical Garden: The garden is home to the Doris I. Schnuck Children’s Garden, an awesome playground for kids that’s nicknamed A Missouri Adventure. Bonus: It has a splash pad open Memorial Day-Labor Day weekends. The children’s garden is open April–October, is free for children ages 2 and under and 13 and older, and typically costs an additional $3 for member children (versus the $5 for nonmember children), with free admission for all members all day on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m.–noon. The botanical garden offers four levels of membership, but there are two we highly suggest if you’re planning to bring your kids multiple times per year. If you have younger kids, opt for the Friends and Family package. For $125, it includes admission for four adults and any children ages 12 and younger to the garden, plus unlimited entry to the Children's Garden and free tram tours. Have older kids? Consider the Festival membership ($225), which includes all the benefits of Friends and Family for six adults and any children ages 12 and younger, plus six free tickets to Garden Glow and selected summer exhibits, as well as six free tickets to festivals at the garden, like Chinese Culture Days and the Japanese Festival. 4344 Shaw.

The National Museum of Transportation: Founded in 1944, this institution aims to be the leader in protecting the heritage of North America’s transportation through educational programs, interactive exhibits, and more. Explore the museum’s 190 major exhibits that include historic railway trains, cars (including a 1901 car built by St. Louis Motor Carriage Co.), boats, and planes. And your kids, train fans or not, will love the trolley and mini train rides (keep in mind that these do cost a little extra). All memberships, Coachman (Level II) and up, include admission for the member and up to five guests per visit, invites to special events, and 10 percent discounts on gift shop purchases, birthday parties, and facility rentals. Prices start at $83 for Coachman memberships to $5,000 for Lifetime memberships. 2933 Barrett Station. Rockin’ Jump: Whether it's cold or hot outside, kids need somewhere to burn off energy. And here, they can literally bounce off the walls at this indoor trampoline park rather than causing a ruckus in your home. The RJ Individual Membership, which is $29.99 per month, includes up to two hours of jump time per day, unlimited Rockin’ Tots, and discounts on birthday parties and at the café. The RJ Family Membership, which is $49.99, includes up to two hours of jump time per day for up to two adults and two children, unlimited Rockin’ Tots, and discounts on birthday parties, at the café, and additional family memberships ($10). 7375 Watson.

Saint Louis Science Center: Does your kid constantly ask “why”? Are they curious about the world around them? The Saint Louis Science Center is the perfect outing for your family. With so much to explore—from dinosaurs and space to energy and the environment—you’ll want to bring your kids back again and again. So why not consider a membership? Sure, general admission to the Science Center is always free, but memberships come with extra perks. At the Family & Friends level ($99), you’ll have access to six free planetarium tickets, six discounted tickets to special exhibits, six free tickets for the discovery room, and 10 free OMNIMAX Theater tickets. The Family & Friends PLUS ($135) and Family & Friends MAX ($195) membership levels come with more free and discounted tickets for the planetarium, Discovery Room, OMNIMAX Theater, and special exhibits. 5050 Oakland.

Saint Louis Zoo: Yes, the zoo still offers free admission (though some attractions, like the Sea Lion Show and Conservation Carousel, cost extra). But a membership might be a good idea if you've struggled to find parking. Bonus: Memberships help support the zoo’s wildlife conservation projects. This St. Louis staple offers nine levels of annual membership, but the three we recommend are Patron, Family/Grandparent, and Loyalist. Patron, for $79, includes free parking for six visits and 36 member tickets to use for the Zooline Railroad, Dinosaurus, Sea Lion Show, and Winging It! Family/Grandparent ($99) includes free parking for six visits and 48 premium member tickets to use for the Zooline Railroad, Dinosaurus, Sea Lion Show, Winging It!, Conservation Carousel, and Stingrays at Caribbean Cove. A Loyalist ($199) comes with unlimited free parking and 60 premium member tickets to use for the Zooline Railroad, Dinosaurus, Sea Lion Show, Winging It!, Conservation Carousel, and Stingrays at Caribbean Cove. 1 Government.

Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Fenton and Ballwin: Another indoor trampoline park that offers monthly memberships for children, Sky Zone is chock full of ways for your kids to burn off extra energy. The Ballwin location offers two membership options: Basic ($22.99 per month) entitles kids to two hours of jump time (any time Monday–Friday and before 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday), access to members-only events, and a 20 percent discount at the Fuel Zone. Elite ($25.99 per month) offers the added benefits of unlimited jump time Monday–Friday, two hours of jump time on Saturday and Sunday, access to programs, a party discount, and parent perks. Meanwhile, the Fenton location offers slightly different packages: Basic ($24.99 per month) offers 90 minutes of jump time per day, members-only events, and discounts at the Fuel Zone. Elite ($29.99 per month) gives kids two hours of jump time per day, discounts at the Fuel Zone and on party packages and programs, and access to members-only events. 14820 Manchester, Ballwin and 631 Gravois, Fenton.

St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station: The aquarium at Union Station is the main attraction of the former train station. With more than 13,000 animals in more than 250,000 gallons of water, there’s so much to see at the aquarium that you’ll want to come back again and again. The annual pass options are $55 for a one-person household, $100 for a two-person household, $135 for a three-person household, $160 for a four-person household, and $195 for a five-person household. Larger household pass options are available; visit the website for details. Passes include unlimited entry for 12 months, a 15 percent discount at restaurants at Union Station, a 15 percent discount in the gift shop and restaurants, $2 off guest tickets, access to The Polar Express Train Ride ticket pre-sales, discounts on admission to selected special events, and a 30 percent discount at St. Louis Union Station Hotel. 201 S. 18th. Urban Air Adventure Park: This indoor adventure park for kids of all ages offers thrilling attractions like climbing walls, a ropes course, an indoor playground, trampolines, and more. With all of this fun in store, your kids will beg you to visit Urban Air more than once, which means a membership could be the perfect gift for your little ones. Deluxe ($11.99 per month) gives holders access to Deluxe-level attractions, a pair of socks, and invites to select events. Ultimate ($13.99 per month) gives members access to Ultimate-level attractions, a pair of socks, invites to select events, a snack each visit, and special discounts. And Platinum ($16.99 per month) allows access to all attractions, invites to select events, a pair of socks, discounts, and a free slice of pizza at each visit. 10990 Sunset Hills Plaza.

The National Museum of Transportation: Founded in 1944, this institution aims to be the leader in protecting the heritage of North America’s transportation through educational programs, interactive exhibits, and more. Explore the museum’s 190 major exhibits that include historic railway trains, cars (including a 1901 car built by St. Louis Motor Carriage Co.), boats, and planes. And your kids, train fans or not, will love the trolley and mini train rides (keep in mind that these do cost a little extra). All memberships, Coachman (Level II) and up, include admission for the member and up to five guests per visit, invites to special events, and 10 percent discounts on gift shop purchases, birthday parties, and facility rentals. Prices start at $83 for Coachman memberships to $5,000 for Lifetime memberships. 2933 Barrett Station. Rockin’ Jump: Whether it's cold or hot outside, kids need somewhere to burn off energy. And here, they can literally bounce off the walls at this indoor trampoline park rather than causing a ruckus in your home. The RJ Individual Membership, which is $29.99 per month, includes up to two hours of jump time per day, unlimited Rockin’ Tots, and discounts on birthday parties and at the café. The RJ Family Membership, which is $49.99, includes up to two hours of jump time per day for up to two adults and two children, unlimited Rockin’ Tots, and discounts on birthday parties, at the café, and additional family memberships ($10). 7375 Watson.

Whether you're looking for educational toys, books, or souvenirs, you can enjoy savings on all your purchases. This allows you to take home a piece of the magic and continue the learning experience outside the walls of the museum. To make it even more convenient for our members, Magic House 50of offers discounted rates for birthday parties and events at our facility. Celebrate those special moments with us and enjoy exclusive perks designed to make your event a memorable one. But that's not all – as a Magic House 50of member, you will also receive invitations to exclusive members-only previews of our newest exhibits, as well as special offers from our partner organizations. We are constantly working to ensure that our members are offered the best experience both within our walls and beyond. Enrollment in the Magic House 50of membership program is easy. Simply visit our website or stop by the museum's front desk to sign up. We offer both individual and family memberships, allowing you to choose the option that best suits your needs. We believe that everyone should have access to the wonders of the Magic House, and our membership program makes this a reality. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to become a part of the Magic House 50of community. Join today and unlock a year of magic, learning, and fun! Sincerely, [Your Name].

Reviews for "Discovering the Magic: Why a Magic House 50of Membership is a Game Changer"

1. John - 2 stars - I recently purchased a 50-day membership to the Magic House and I must say, I was quite disappointed. The attractions were not as exciting as I had hoped and some were even outdated. Additionally, the staff seemed uninterested and were not very helpful. Overall, I wouldn't recommend investing in this membership unless you have children who are very young and easily entertained.

2. Sarah - 1 star - I had such high expectations for the Magic House, but unfortunately, it fell short of those expectations. The activities offered were repetitive and didn't cater to a wide range of ages. I also found the place to be overcrowded and it was difficult to fully enjoy the attractions. The membership certainly wasn't worth its price and I wouldn't recommend it to others.

3. Mike - 2 stars - The Magic House 50-day membership was a waste of my money. The exhibits were lackluster and didn't hold my interest for very long. The lines were extremely long and it felt like a complete waste of time just waiting around. The staff didn't seem engaged or motivated to provide a great experience. I definitely won't be renewing my membership in the future.

4. Lisa - 2 stars - I was quite disappointed with my Magic House membership. The exhibits and activities were not very interactive or engaging, especially for older children and adults. The price of the membership didn't feel justified considering the limited options available. The lack of variety and excitement left me underwhelmed and deeply regretting my purchase.

Adventure Awaits: Embrace the Magic House 50of Membership Experience