Join the Burke and receive fabulous benefits, including unlimited admission throughout the year, an annual night "behind the scenes," other special members-only programs, a complimentary subscription to the museum e-newsletter, and a 10% discount both in the Museum Shop and Café.
Have questions or want to join over the phone? Call our Membership Office at 206-616-6057.
UW Faculty & Staff can sign up for membership by Payroll Deduction.
Membership Levels
- Membership benefits for one currently-enrolled student (18 or older, with valid student ID)
All memberships include:
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Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
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Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
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"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
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10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
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10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
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Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
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Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
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Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
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Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
- Free admission for one adult (18-61)
All memberships include:
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Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
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10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
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Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
- Free admission for two adults (18-61)
All memberships include:
-
Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
-
10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
-
Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
- Free admission for two adults
- Free admission for four youths under age 18
All memberships include:
-
Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
-
10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
-
Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
- Free admission for two adults
- Free admission for four youths under age 18
- Four (4) guest passes
- Recognition in the Burke Museum Annual Report
- Membership card stickers for NARM reciprocal museums
All memberships include:
-
Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
-
10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
-
Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
Annual Giving Levels – Memberships Support the Burke Annual Fund
- Free admission for two adults
- Free admission for four youths under age 18
- Six (6) guest passes
- Invitations to one special donor event
- Recognition in the Burke Museum Annual Report
- Membership card stickers for NARM reciprocal museums
All memberships include:
-
Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
-
10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
-
Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
- Free admission for two adults
- Free admission for four youths under age 18
- Eight (8) guest passes
- Membership in UW College of Arts & Sciences Dean's Club
- Invitations to two or more special donor events
- Recognition in the Burke Museum Annual Report
- Membership card stickers for NARM reciprocal museums
All memberships include:
-
Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
-
10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
-
Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
- Free admission for two adults
- Free admission for four youths under age 18
- Ten (10) guest passes
- Complimentary Family membership to give as a gift
- Private Director's Tour for ten (10) guests
- Membership in UW College of Arts & Sciences Dean's Club
- Invitations to annual Director's Circle events
- Recognition in the Burke Museum Annual Report
- Membership card stickers for NARM reciprocal museums
All memberships include:
-
Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
-
10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
-
Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
Dicounted Memberships
- These are discounted memberships for seniors (62 or older)
- Individual membership for one senior at $30
- Dual Adult membership for two seniors at $40
All memberships include:
-
Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
-
10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
-
Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
- This is a discounted membership for UW Students, Faculty and Staff, and Retirees (UW ID required)
- Free admission for two adults
- Free admission for four youths under age 18
All memberships include:
-
Unlimited Free Admission: Enjoy unlimited free admission to the Burke Museum for one year. Includes free admission to Dinosaur Day, Bug Blast, and other annual family events.
-
Exhibit Preview Parties: Receive invitations to preview new exhibits before they open to the public.
-
"Behind-the-Scenes Night": One of the most popular benefits of membership, this annual event provides you with the opportunity to talk with curators and tour the museum collections and research areas.
-
10% Discount in the Burke Café: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Burke Café.
-
10% Discount in the Museum Shop: Enjoy a 10% discount on all purchases in the Museum Shop.
-
Subscription to Member E-Newsletter: Receive news about exhibits and events, as well as insightful articles on museum activities, collections, and research behind the scenes.
-
Discounts on Special Activities: Receive priority registration and discounts on lectures, workshops, field trips, and other activities.
-
Reciprocal Membership with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center and Stonerose Fossil Center in Republic, WA.
-
Tax-deduction: 100% of your membership cost is tax deductible.†
These are discounted memberships for UWAA members (Current alumni ID card required). Please call the Membership Office for more information at 206-616-6057 or e-mail burkemem@uw.edu.
Educators are eligible for a discount on the Family membership. Please call the Membership Office for more information at 206-616-6057 or e-mail burkemem@uw.edu..
Please call the Membership Office for more information at 206-616-6057 or e-mail burkemem@uw.edu.
† Cost of membership is fully tax deductible as specified in IRS regulations. Pursuant to RCW 19.09, the University of Washington is registered as a charitable organization with the Secretary of State for the State of Washington. For information, call the Office of the Secretary of State, 1-800-332-4483.