Become a Member
Become a Bullock Museum Member and contribute to the creation of experiences that educate, engage, and encourage a deeper understanding of Texas.
Be the Heart of Texas with exclusive benefits
Members enjoy free exhibitions and documentaries, discounted programs and IMAX® feature film tickets, parking vouchers, invitations to select Member-exclusive events, and much more!
Memberships pay for themselves in just a few visits! Experience a year of outstanding special exhibitions, three floors of Texas History Galleries, programs for all ages, and great IMAX films with a membership level that is right for you or your family and friends.
Your support matters!
By supporting the Bullock through membership, you help contribute to the creation of experiences that educate, engage, and encourage a deeper understanding of Texas. A portion of all membership purchases are tax deductible and directly impacts our ability to provide outstanding exhibitions and educational programming to our Texan communities and beyond.
Membership Benefits
Admission and Parking
- Free unlimited exhibition admission including any special exhibitions
- Free one-time use parking vouchers to park in the Museum Garage (number based on membership level)
- $10 Member game day parking on University of Texas home football game days (coupon valid for single use to park in the Museum Garage)
Films
- Free tickets to documentary films and select Texas Spirit Theater shows (number based on membership level)
- $1 off IMAX® Theatre feature film tickets (exclusions may apply)
Events and Programs
- Invitations to select Member-exclusive events and programs
- Additional benefits on select Museum programs
Travel Benefits
- Reduced admission to over 300 history institutions throug the Time Travelers Program
- Curated travel opportunities around the globe available through the Museum Travel Alliance
- Free or discounted admission to over 1,000 Museums through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association (NARM) (Hacienda level and above)*
Discounts
- 10–15% discount in the Museum Store onsite and online (discount based on membership level)
- $1 off exhibit admission for additional guest(s) outside of membership
- 10% discount in The Star Cafe
- Waived fees for online Member ticket purchases (exclusions apply)
- Discounts on select Museum programs
Subscriptions
- Free subscription to the Member email newsletter
- Free subscription ot the Museum's STAR Magazine publication
* NARM privileges may not extend to select participating NARM institutions within a 15-mile radius of the Bullock. Please reach out to select institutions to confirm NARM reciprocal benefits. For more information on benefits and participating NARM institutions, visit narmassociation.org.
| LONE STAR | TWO STEP | HOMESTEAD | HACIENDA | AUSTIN SOCIETY | BLUEBONNET SOCIETY | 1836 CIRCLE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | $65 | $85 | $100 | $150 | $275 | $800 | $2,000 |
| Number of Adult Members | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Children under 18 years of age included | ★ | ★ | ★ | ★ | ★ | ||
| Additional guest exhibition admission per visit | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |||
| Documentaries/Texas Spirit Theater admissions per visit | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 |
| One-time-use parking vouchers | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 |
| Free/discounted admission to over 1,000 museums through NARM* | ★ | ★ | ★ | ★ | |||
| Museum Store discount | 10% | 10% | 10% | 10% | 15% | 15% | 15% |
Support the Bullock at a Higher Membership Level
Consider making an even greater impact by investing in the power of history to inspire today’s generations and support the Bullock at a higher membership level with additional benefits and recognition!
Members at the Austin Society level and above receive additional parking vouchers, admission and documentary tickets per visit, additional member guest(s) per visit, 15% discount at the Museum Store, and invitations to select upper-level Member events.
Members at the 1836 Circle level receive a parking access card for unlimited parking for a year at the Museum Garage (exclusions may apply).
Becoming a Member
By supporting the Bullock Museum, you contribute to the creation of experiences that educate, engage, and encourage a deeper understanding of Texas.
Become a Member onsite at Ticketing, online, or call the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689. For more information on membership benefits and how to join online, visit Become a Member.
Members enjoy free exhibitions and documentaries, discounted programs and IMAX feature film tickets, parking vouchers, invitations to select Member-exclusive events, and much more! For a full list of benefits and additional benefits by membership level, visit Become a Member.
You will receive your membership packet, which includes your membership cards and parking vouchers, in the mail within two weeks of purchasing or renewing a membership. If you have yet to receive your membership packet after two weeks or prefer to pick up your packet in-person at the Museum, please contact the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689 or membership@thestoryoftexas.com.
The Bullock Museum will automatically send year-end statements for membership purchases over $250. Please consult your tax advisor for specific requirements for deductibility regarding your membership. Contact the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689 or membership@thestoryoftexas.com to inquire about an end-of-year statement.
Contact the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689 or membership@thestoryoftexas.com to correct the mistake. Reprinted membership cards will only be issued upon request.
Use the online Member Portal to update select contact information associated with your membership. To update your email address, please contact the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689 or membership@thestoryoftexas.com.
Members receive a free subscription to the Museum email newsletter and our STAR magazine publication as a membership benefit. Click here to subscribe to additional Museum email newsletters.
No. Bullock memberships are for a one-year term and expire on the last day of the month of purchase.
Yes. You can upgrade your membership to a higher level at any time during your membership term by paying the difference in membership levels. To upgrade your membership, log into the online Member Portal, visit Ticketing onsite, or call the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689.
Members can use the online Member Portal to check their membership status, renew or upgrade a membership, review orders and registrations, and update select contact information. Click here to log in to the online Member Portal.
Visiting the Museum
Yes! Your membership is active from the day of purchase/renewal. Visit the Ticketing Counter on-site to receive a temporary membership card. Please note you may have to pay for parking at the Museum Garage.
No reservations are needed for Members to enjoy their benefits. Show your membership card at the Ticketing Counter to use your benefits on-site or verify your membership to use your benefits online.
Member benefits may not be used for group or school field trip reservations.
The North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association offers free or reduced admission to over 1,000 institutions across the United States, including the McDonald Observatory, the Holocaust Museum in Houston, the Frick Collection in New York, and more! Visit the NARM website to find a qualifying institution.
Members receive a 10–15% discount on-site or online at the Museum Store, depending on their membership level. When purchasing online, your membership discount is automatically applied to your order during the checkout process. If the discount is not automatically applied, please enter your membership ID number located on your membership card or your registered email address in the "Membership Code" box at checkout to apply the Member discount.
Parking
You will receive your membership packet, which includes your membership cards and parking vouchers, in the mail within two weeks of purchasing or renewing a membership. If you have yet to receive your membership packet after two weeks or prefer to pick up your packet in-person at the Museum, please contact the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689 or membership@thestoryoftexas.com.
If you used all your member parking vouchers you can choose to renew or upgrade your membership to receive more parking vouchers, or pay $15 to park at the Museum Garage.
No. Parking vouchers are nontransferable. Lost or stolen parking vouchers cannot be reissued.
Parking vouchers are considered a member benefit and as such coincide with the expiration date of your membership. When you renew or upgrade your membership, you receive new vouchers with new expiration dates for the renewal/upgrade. The Museum Garage only accepts valid parking vouchers with an expiration date stamp.
Membership packets for new memberships, membership renewals, and membership upgrades include parking vouchers. Please contact the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689 or Membership@TheStoryofTexas.com to check the status of your membership.
Yes. The Museum Garage offers extended parking hours during University of Texas home football game days. Parking on game days is $10 for Members (with a valid parking voucher) and $25 for the general public. Use the coupon on the reverse side of your Member parking voucher to claim this parking discount. Please note free Member parking is not available during University of Texas home football game days. Only valid member parking vouchers will be honored on game days, even if you do not plan on attending the football game. Museum visitors may experience traffic delays on game days.
No. Parking vouchers are considered a Member benefit and coincide with the expiration date of your membership. When you renew or upgrade your membership, you receive new vouchers with new expiration dates for the renewal or upgrade. Renew or upgrade your membership to receive more parking vouchers.
Renewing, Updating, and Gifting a Membership
There are four easy ways to renew your membership.
- Log into the Member Portal
- Call the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689
- Visit the Ticketing Counter in the Museum Lobby
- Mail a check payable to TSHM with your renewal notice form
To upgrade your membership, log into the online Member Portal, visit the Ticketing Counter onsite, or call the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689. You can upgrade your membership to a higher level at any time during your membership term by paying the difference in membership levels.
Gift memberships can be purchased on-site at Ticketing, online, or by calling the Membership Office at (512) 936-4689. Gift membership recipients will receive an email confirmation and are responsible for activating their gift membership. Recipients will receive their membership packet, which includes your membership cards and parking vouchers in the mail within two weeks of purchase. For special accommodations or requests, please contact the Membership Office.