We ask that all guests visit the Conservatory only with members of their immediate households, reserve tickets before visiting, and wear face coverings indoors and outdoors.

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Membership

There are many benefits to being a member at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Your membership supports the Conservatory’s exhibitions, programs and community outreach initiatives. Join or renew at one of the several membership levels that is right for you.

Request a Digital Membership Card

The Membership Department is transitioning to digital membership cards to help you gain easy access to your member benefits and make a positive environmental impact. An email is required in order to receive your digital membership card.

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  • Name as listed on Membership card.

Health & Safety Measures

New measures have been put in place to protect the health and safety of our members, guests, volunteers, and staff. Please review before visiting and contact the Membership department with any questions. Members are the lifeblood of the Conservatory. Thank you in advance for supporting these changes as they make the Conservatory safe and accessible for all.

Review Measures

  • Members are strongly advised to renew their membership online or by mailing a check rather than in person. This helps eliminate as many touchpoints as possible and encourages social distancing.

  • Members will need to register online for their preferred arrival time and date before visiting the Conservatory. They will need to print their $0.00 barcoded ticket (or show it on their phone) along with their membership card or photo ID.

    • If a printer or smartphone is not accessible, call the Membership department to reserve a ticket.

  •  If a membership was purchased during the closure, please expect a 3-4 week delay in the membership packet shipment. There is a backlog of orders to fill.

  • Visit the Know Before You Go page for a full list of our updated operating procedures.

 

All memberships were effectively put on hold on March 13, 2020, when the Conservatory closed for the public health emergency. All membership renewal dates will be extended by 3 months automatically.

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Memberships purchased between March 13 2020 and June 12 2020 are valid for 12 months starting June 12 2020.

If your membership expired during our closure (March 13 – June 12) you may still visit the Conservatory with full member privileges. Your membership renewal will be extended for the time period your membership was still active while the Conservatory was closed.

  • If your membership expired on March 31, 2020, it will be extended to June 30, 2020.
  • If your membership expired on April 30, 2020, it will be extended to July 31, 2020.
  • If your membership expired on May 31, 2020, it will be extended to August 30, 2020.
  • If your membership expires on June 30, 2020 or after, your membership will be extended by 3 months.

Before visiting, please be sure to reserve your tickets online and bring your expired membership card and ID.

Membership Levels

Once you’ve identified the Membership level you’d like, please see the Join and Renewal options below.

Access A reduced rate family membership for families in eligible programs with proof of participation: CareSource, Ohio Directions card, Medicaid card, W.I.C. card, Molina card or Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority residents.

$35 plus tax
Senior Admits one individual age 60 and over.

$40 plus tax
Individual Admits one named individual listed on the membership card.

$55 plus tax
Duo Admits two named adults listed on the membership card.

$95 plus tax
$80 Senior Duo Membership available for adults ages 60+.
Plus tax.
Family Admits two named adults as well as all children or grandchildren ages 18 and under listed on the membership card.

$135 plus tax
Family Premium Family benefits, plus free admission for up to 2 guests attending with the member(s).

$185 plus tax
Patron Family benefits, plus free admission for up to 4 guests attending with the member(s).

$250 plus tax
Benefactor Family benefits, plus free admission for up to 6 guests attending with the member(s).

$500 plus tax
Monarch Society Donors making gifts of $1000 or more to the Conservatory's Annual Fund enjoy the benefit of Conservatory membership plus exclusive opportunities. For more information, click here or call 614.715.8042.
Add-On Guest Adding 1 to 2 (max) guests to your membership allows you to bring a different person (any age) each time you visit.

$40 plus tax

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Join

Members are strongly advised to become a member online or by mailing a check rather than in person. This helps eliminate as many touchpoints as possible and encourages social distancing.

By Phone or Online Call the Membership Office at 614.715.8054
(Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm) or fill out our online registration form.
Join Online
By Mail or Fax 1. Print and complete the downloadable membership form
2. Fax or mail it to:

Membership Department, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43203
Fax: 614.715.8144 Download Form
In Person Visit the Conservatory and complete a membership application at the Visitor Center. Your membership will be in effect immediately and you will receive free admission at that time. Get Directions
Gift Membership To give membership as a gift, please follow these instructions. Purchase A Gift

Renew Membership

Members are strongly advised to renew their membership online or by mailing a check rather than in person. This helps eliminate as many touchpoints as possible and encourages social distancing.

By Phone Call the Membership Office at 614.715.8054
(Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)
By Mail or Fax 1. Print and complete the downloadable membership form
2. Fax or mail it to:

Membership Department, Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
1777 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43203
Fax: 614.715.8144 Download Form
Online To renew your membership online, please follow these instructions or watch the video below.


Renew Online
In Person Visit the Conservatory and renew your membership at the Visitor Center. If renewing early, your new membership will add one year to your current expiration date. Get Directions

Watch this video for step-by-step instructions
on how to renew your Membership online.

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Special Exhibitions Tickets for Members

Members receive FREE Daytime Admission and Half-Price Special Engagement Evening Admission to Conservatory Aglow, Pumpkins Aglow, and Chihuly Nights.

Member Special Engagement Evening Admission Rates (after 5pm):

$11 Adult Member / $22 Adult General Admission

$9.50 Senior Member (ages 60+) / $19 Senior General Admission

$6 Child Member (ages 3-12) / $12 Child General Admission

*Patron, Benefactor and Monarch Society memberships receive free admission to Conservatory Aglow. Simply show your membership card at check-in.

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Educator, Military & Student Discounts

Take 10% off any membership category if you are a full-time, active educator or an active or retired military personnel. Present current teacher or military identification at the Visitor’s Center to qualify for this discount.

Students (with valid ID) receive 10% off the Individual membership.

Columbus Arts and Culture Fee

For all membership renewals and purchases beginning July 1, 2019, and for events taking place in the City of Columbus, a 5% ticket fee will be applied. The Columbus arts and culture fee will be applied to for-and nonprofit arts, sports and entertainment tickets and admissions in the City of Columbus. The proceeds will provide public funds to help support and sustain nonprofit arts and cultural organizations like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.

Please note, the ticket fee is applied to the number of guests the membership accommodates for one visit, NOT the full value of the membership which may include other benefits such as gift shop discounts or reciprocal access at other institutions.

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