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Curiosity Memberships

Museums are for everyone.

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The Bell is committed to being a museum for all, and offers qualifying guests Curiosity Memberships for $15.

Curiosity Memberships include all of the Family level membership benefits, such as unlimited free gallery access, early access to summer camp registration, and more! Curiosity Members also get planetarium tickets for only $2 per show and are pre-qualified to apply for camp scholarship lottery.

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“The Bell welcomes everyone to explore and engage.”

Do I qualify?

If you or any member of your household participates in one of the below programs, you are automatically eligible to become a Curiosity member household:

  • FDPIR
  • TANF
  • MFIP
  • SNAP
  • General Assistance
  • Medical Assistance
  • MinnesotaCare
  • WIC
  • Supplemental Security Income
  • Social Security Disability Benefits
  • Food Stamps
  • Section 8
  • Free and Reduced lunch
  • Additional Education Services

*If your household qualifies for a financial assistance program not included on this list please contact bellmembers@umn.edu, you likely still qualify for this membership!

Curiosity memberships cover two named adults and all dependents under 21 within one household.

To join, please submit a response to our Curiosity Membership Inquiry Form below. Our membership staff will then reach out to you with next steps for registering.

Curiosity Membership Inquiry Form


You may be asked to provide information about which program applies to your household to verify eligibility.

We understand each household is different and will work with you. If you still have questions about your eligibility  please email bellmembers@umn.edu or call 612-626-9660 to discuss options to join.

See Hours & Admission for general ticketing information.