Become a Member
The Mount Washington Observatory Weather Station will remain closed to tours and summit volunteers this summer in our continued response to the coronavirus pandemic. We apologize that these member benefits are currently unavailable and we will update this page with any changes.
As a private, nonprofit institution, membership is the fuel that powers Mount Washington Observatory. It's been that way
since we were founded in 1932, and the legacy continues today.
To thank our members for their support, we are proud to offer a variety of exclusive and valuable benefits:
- A subscription to our magazine,
Windswept
- Free admission to 300+ science museums through the
ASTC Passport Program (restrictions apply; please see the ASTC website for details)
- Free admission to the Extreme Mount Washington museum
- A 20% discount on all purchases in our museums and
online shop
-
Premium Content on this website
- Discounted rates on programs and events including
exclusive trips to the summit of Mount Washington
- Access to an extensive archive of White Mountains books, maps, photographs and more through the Observatory’s
Gladys Brooks Memorial Library
- Savings on a new Subaru or GMC vehicle through the
VIP Partners Program with Profile Group
Hailing from all around the world, thousands of individuals support this unique nonprofit cause through membership, and
we invite you join the adventure!
Please note:
Memberships are not valid for school field trips or other organized groups (please contact education@montwashington.org for group rates.)
Basic Membership Levels
Student $30
Basic Membership Privileges for one student
Senior $35
Basic Membership Privileges for one person 65 years old and up
Individual $50
Basic Membership Privileges for one person
Family/Dual $75
Basic Membership Privileges for two adults at the same address and all minors living with them
Club Level Membership
Summit Club $150
- Basic Membership Privileges for two adults at the same address and all minors living with them
- Up to 2 guest for admission and on tours
- Complimentary Club level member appreciation events, offering the opportunity to connect with fellow supporters and Mount Washington Observatory staff while enjoying unique programming.
231 Club $300
- Basic Membership Privileges for two adults at the same address and all minors living with them
- Up to 3 guests for admission to museums and on tours
- Complimentary Club level member appreciation events, offering the opportunity to connect with fellow
supporters and Mount Washington Observatory staff while enjoying unique programming.
6288 Club $500
- Basic Membership Privileges for two adults at the same address and all minors living with them
- Up to 3 guests for admission to museums and on tours
- Complimentary Club level member appreciation events, offering the opportunity to connect with fellow supporters and Mount Washington Observatory staff while enjoying unique programming.
President Club $1000
- Basic Membership Privileges for two adults at the same address and all minors living with them
- Up to 4 guests for admission to museums and on tours
- Complimentary Club level member appreciation events, offering the opportunity to connect with fellow supporters and Mount Washington Observatory staff while enjoying unique programming.
Science Society Membership
Scientific research is a core facet of Mount Washington Observatory’s mission, and fundamental to its long-term
success. The Mount Washington Observatory Science Society, the highest level of Observatory membership, ensures that
the Observatory's scientific efforts will be able to continue long into the future.
In addition to the standard member benefits, Club Level benefits and President’s Club benefits, Science Society
members are given unique access to the research being performed on Mount Washington. Each year, the Director of Research
and colleagues from partner organizations offer an inside look at Mount Washington Observatory research, providing
unpublished insights, notes from the field, and a special preview of future investigations.
Science Society members are the Observatory’s most passionate supporters—people who are proud of Mount Washington
Observatory's long scientific heritage and committed to positioning the organization for an even brighter future.
Science Society $2500
- Basic Membership Privileges for two adults at the same address and up to 4 minors
- Up to 4 guests for admission to museums and on tours
- Complimentary Club level member appreciation events, offering the opportunity to connect with fellow supporters and Mount Washington Observatory staff while enjoying unique programming.
- Annual Science Society event including unique access to research being performed at Mount Washington Observatory and contact with Director of Research at the Mount Washington Observatory.
Join at the Science Society membership level and receive a complimentary 20x16 framed Washburn print of your choice from The White Mountains Collection OR receive a complimentary Davis Vantage Vue Wireless Weather Station.
Contact
Stephanie Turnbull, Membership & Database Coordinator
(603) 356-2137, ext. 223
Email