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Memberships to the Museum of Coastal Carolina are available. The Ingram Planetarium has a pass system in which patrons can purchase packs of passes to enjoy multiple shows. Unlimited access to Planetarium shows is available by purchasing a Universe Pack or by joining the Foundation Star Society.

Foundation Star Society Membership provides unlimited access to the Museum of Coastal Carolina and Ingram Planetarium, free admission to lectures, member previews, newsletters, and 10% discount to Nature’s Treasures Gift Shop and Galaxy Gift Shop. Additionally, Star Society members receive recognition through a Museum “Giving Tree” plaque and acknowledgement on the dome scroll at the Planetarium.

The Ocean Isle Museum Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation that supports operations of the Museum of Coastal Carolina in Ocean Isle Beach, NC and Ingram Planetarium in Sunset Beach, NC through admission fees, private donations, community contributions, grants, memberships, and gift shop sales.

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Membership for the Museum of Coastal Carolina:

Independent Explorer
Benefits for one adult or senior

• Unlimited access to the Museum
• Admission to Sandbar Lectures
• 1 Planetarium pass
• 20% off additional Planetarium Packs or tickets
• 10% Discount on all purchases at Nature’s Treasures and Galaxy Gifts
• Sea and Sky e-newsletter
• ASTC Travel Passport Program Benefits
$65

Sea Star Household
2 Adults +
4 Children under 18

• Includes Independent Explorer benefits for 2 named adults on membership and children in their household and…
• +3 Planetarium passes
• 50% off admission for up to 2 guests each visit
• 50% off admission to the Children’s Museum of Wilmington
$95

Turtle Nest Club
2 Adults +
4 Guests of any age

• Includes Independent Explorer and Sea Star Household benefits in addition to…
• +2 Planetarium passes
• 50% off admission for 2 additional guests each visit
$135

Purchase a Museum Membership

Members at the Museum of Coastal Carolina receive FREE admission to more than 350 participants in the Association of Science and Technology Center (ASTC) Passport Program.

Ingram Planetarium Ticket Packs:

Star Pack
• 12 Tickets
• Free preview night invites for new dome and laser shows (2 tickets, reservations required)
• Newsletter
• 20% off Museum tickets
• 10% off gift shop purchases
$65

Galaxy Pack
• 24 Tickets
• Free preview night invites for new dome and laser shows (2 tickets, reservations required)
• Newsletter
• 20% off Museum tickets
• 10% off gift shop purchases
$120

Universe Pack
• Unlimited Tickets
• Star Pack benefits +
• Access to public dome and laser shows for 2 adults and 2 guests
• +2 tickets to preview nights
$175

Astro Kids Pack
• 24 Tickets
• Planetarium T-shirt
• Space exploration activity kit

*Cost is per child (10% off 2 or more)
$50*

Purchase a Planetarium Membership

Star Society Membership:

Sun Glitter Level

$300

2 Adults +
4 Guests of any age

Turtle Nest Club and Universe Pack benefits
+4 passes to the Museum or Planetarium

Moonglade Glow Level

$500

2 Adults +
4 Guests of any age

Sun Glitter benefits
+10 additional passes to the Museum or Planetarium
25% off facility rental

Eclipse Circle Level

$1,000

2 Adults +
4 Guests of any age
or up to 10 employees with ID

Moonglade Glow benefits
+10 passes
Exclusive tour for up to 6 people

Supporter School Level

$2,500

2 Adults +
4 Guests of any age
or employees with ID

Eclipse Circle benefits
+10 additional passes to either facility
50% off facility rental

Dolphin Pod Level

$5000

2 Adults +
6 Guests of any age
or employees with ID

Supporter School benefits
Tour may include up to 10 people
Additional recognition in either facility

Seafarer Society Level

$10,000+

2 Adults +
8 Guests of any age
or employees with ID

Dolphin Pod benefits
Free facility rental
Lunch for 2 with the Executive Director and Board Chair

Purchase a Star Society Membership

MUSEUM OF COASTAL CAROLINA
21 East 2nd Street
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Phone: 910-579-1016
Email the Museum
Museum Directions

CURRENT HOURS:(click for details)

September 5–November 2, 2024
Thursday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
Also open October 13-14 for Indigenous People’s Day
Sandbar Lecture Series: Second Tuesday, 6pm – September, October

FESTIVAL of TREES:(click for details)

November 7–December 31, 2024
Thursday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
Sunday, Noon-4pm
Sandbar Lecture Series: Second Tuesday, 6pm – November, December
Also open December 30-31
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

WINTER HOURS:(click for details)

January 16–March 29, 2025
Thursday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
Also open January 19-20 for MLK Day and February 16-17 for President’s Day

SPRING HOURS:(click for details)

March 31–June 1, 2025
Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
Sunday, Noon-4pm
Sandbar Lecture Series: Second Tuesday, 6pm – March, April, May
Closed Easter Sunday

SUMMER HOURS:(click for details)

June 2–August 24, 2025
Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm (Until 7 pm Tuesday and Thursday)
Sunday, Noon-4pm
Sandbar Lecture Series: Every Tuesday, 6pm – June, July, August (Except August 26)
Snakes Alive!: Thursday, 6pm – June, July, August

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INGRAM PLANETARIUM
7625 High Market Street
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
Phone: 910-575-0033
Email the Planetarium
Planetarium Directions

CURRENT HOURS:(click for details)

September 5–December 31, 2024
Dome Shows: Thursday-Saturday 11am, Noon, 1, 2 and 3pm
Laser Shows: Friday and Saturday 6 and 7pm
Also open October 13 and 14 for Indigenous People’s Day and December. 30-31
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

WINTER HOURS:(click for details)

January 16–March 29, 2025
Dome Shows: Thursday-Saturday 11am, Noon, 1, 2 and 3pm
Laser Shows: Friday and Saturday 6 and 7pm
Also open January 19 and 20 for MLK Day and February 16 and 17 for President’s Day

SPRING/SUMMER HOURS:(click for details)

May 31-August 30, 2025
Dome Shows: Monday-Saturday 11am, Noon, 1, 2 and 3pm
Laser Shows: Thursday-Saturday 6 and 7pm

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