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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.

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

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*

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