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.
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.
Printable Support Form can be found at the bottom of the page.
Support Comparison Chart
Membership for the Museum of Coastal Carolina:
Independent Explorer
$65
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
Sea Star Household
$95
2 Adults +
4 Children under 18
- Independent Explorer benefits for 2 named adults on membership and children in their household
- +3 Planetarium passes
- 50% off admission for up to 2 guests each visit
- 50% off admission to the Children’s Museum of Wilmington
Turtle Nest Club
$135
2 Adults +
4 Guests of any age
- Sea Star Household benefits
- +2 Planetarium passes
- 50% off admission for 2 additional guests each visit
Planetarium Packs:
|
Pack Name |
# Tickets |
Benefits |
|
Star Pack – $65 |
12 |
|
|
Galaxy Pack – $120 |
24 |
|
|
Universe Pack – $175 |
Unlimited |
|
|
Astro Kids Pack – $50 per child (10% off 2 or more) |
12 |
|
Star Society Membership:
Sun Glitter
$300
2 Adults +
4 Guests of any age
- Turtle Nest Club and Universe Pack benefits
- +4 passes to the Museum or Planetarium
Moonglade Glow
$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
$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
Dolphin Pod
Seafarer Society
$2,500
$5,000
$10,000+
2 Adults +
4 Guests of any age
or employees with ID
- Eclipse Circle benefits
- +10 additional passes to either facility
- 50% off facility rental
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
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