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Membership Benefits
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Membership contributions are non-refundable and tax-deductible as permitted by law. All members receive:
Free access to the aquarium year-round
- Enjoy what is new and next as a member! While daily admission is free for members, advance reservations are highly recommended due to the high demand for tickets
- Unlock exclusive benefits during each visit with a digital membership card, located in your account
Additional Benefits Include
Discounts at the aquarium and online
- 40% discount on 4-D Experiences
- 10% discount at the Shedd Store
- 10% discount at Shedd restaurants
- 10% discount at our online store
Special member pricing
- 20% discount on Extraordinary Experiences like Penguin Encounters and Must See Tours
- Discounts on Learning programs like Shedd Scouts
- Discounts on after-hours events like Jazzin' at the Shedd
Member-exclusive moments and insider access
- Invitations to special events to deepen your connection to Shedd, including to our SheddTalks virtual chats and Member Nights for exclusive time in the aquarium
- Opportunities to sign up first for program launches, events and more
- Automatic enrollment into member eNews for updates on new animal arrivals, event launches and more
Reciprocal benefits
- As a part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Reciprocity Program, members at the Advocate level and above receive special benefits at several participating zoos and aquariums across North America
Renewing members: Enjoy a discounted rate! Please see your renewal notice to activate your offer online.
Questions? We're here to help! You can call our Member Hotline at 312-692-3284 or email [email protected] 
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$ 95 Supporter
Discounted Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Member benefits for one cardholder.
Includes: Year-round free admission and discounts on experiences, programs and events
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$ 170 Partner
Discounted Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Member benefits for two people.
This level allows one or two cardholders 18 years or older, one of which must be present on the day of your visit to receive access.
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$ 295 Family
Discounted Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Member benefits for two adults and all household children under 18 years old.
This level allows two cardholders, one of which must be present on the day of your visit to receive access.
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$ 395 Advocate
Discounted Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Member benefits for two adult cardholders, two adult guests and all household children under 18 years old.
A cardholder must be present on the day of your visit to receive access.
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$ 650 Sponsor
Discounted Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Access for two adult cardholders, three adult guests and all household children under 18 years old.
One cardholder must be present on the day of visit to receive access to member benefits.
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$ 1,000 Ambassador
Member benefits for two adult cardholders, four adult guests and all household children under 18 years old.
Ambassadors receive invitations to exclusive events. They provide critical support for the outstanding animal care Shedd provides, both at the aquarium and around the world.
For information about joining Shedd's Aquarium Council at the Aquarium ($1,500), Fellow ($2,500), Guardian ($5,000), and Conservator ($10,000) membership levels, please see our Aquarium Council page or call Member Services at 312-692-3284.
Special offers apply only to Supporter through Sponsor level memberships. Discount applied in cart.