Opening 2026 · Central New York

FOUNDING MEMBERSHIPS

Be There From the Beginning. Become a Founding Member.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Crouse Health Harborview Aquarium and we know you’re going to want to come back. Become a Founders Member and be part of the aquarium from the very beginning!

Founders Memberships include:

  • Unlimited admission for 14 months (2 months free) from opening date
  • No blackout dates
  • Commemorative Founders Membership Card
  • Digital Membership Card that can be added to Apple or Google wallet
  • 15% off Retail, Photos, Cafe, and events
  • Access to member-only events
  • Early access to ticketed public events

Membership Levels

Find the membership option that best fits how you plan to visit. Children included on memberships are ages 3–17.

The Founders promotion includes 10% off the regular membership price and is available through Opening Day.

Founders Individual

$60
$54

10% off regular membership pricing through opening day.

Admission for one named adult.

Founders Dual

$120
$108

10% off regular membership pricing through opening day.

Admission for two named adults.

Founders Family

$200
$180

10% off regular membership pricing through opening day.

Admission for two named adults and up to four named children, ages 3–17. Family Memberships are intended for members of one household.

Founders Family Plus

$270
$243

10% off regular membership pricing through opening day.

Admission for two named adults and up to six named children, ages 3–17. Family Plus Memberships are intended for members of one household.

Founders Grandparents Membership

$150
$135

10% off regular membership pricing through opening day.

Admission for two named adults, ages 55 or older, and up to two children ages 3–17. Children do not need to be named in advance, giving grandparents the flexibility to bring different grandchildren.

Are You a Rosamond Gifford Zoo or MOST Member?

Receive an additional 10% off your Founders Membership. Keep an eye on your email from the Zoo or MOST for details and instructions on how to receive your discount.

Membership FAQs

Find answers to common questions about Founders Memberships.

The aquarium is expected to open this fall. We’ll be sharing more information, including our Grand Opening date, soon, and Founders Members will be notified when the date is announced.

No. Admission is free for children under age 3.

Founders Memberships are valid for 14 months beginning on the aquarium’s Grand Opening date.

When you purchase a Founders Membership, your account will initially display an expiration date one year from the purchase date. After the Grand Opening date is announced, we will automatically extend your membership expiration date to 14 months after the Grand Opening. No action is required.

Yes. Members must select a date and entry time for each visit. After making a reservation, you’ll receive tickets that can be scanned at the aquarium entrance.

Your digital membership card will be emailed to you after you purchase your membership. You can also add the card to your Apple Wallet or Google Wallet for convenient access when you visit.

Yes. Each person named on the membership will receive an individual digital membership card.

Yes. Physical membership cards will be available for pickup at the ticket office after the aquarium opens. Physical cards are optional, and members may choose to opt out.

Yes. At least one named adult on the membership must be present during each visit and show a valid photo ID at the aquarium entrance.

Visit the ticket counter and present a valid photo ID. Our team will verify your membership and help you check in.

The people included depend on the membership option you select. Family Memberships are intended for members of a single household. Visit our Membership page for full details about each option and who it includes.

Memberships are non-transferable and may be used only by the named members. The exception is the Grandparents Pass, which allows a named adult to bring children who do not need to be individually named on the membership.

No. The people named on a membership cannot be changed after purchase.

Memberships can be renewed online or in person at the aquarium.

No. Memberships once purchased are nonrefundable.

Gift memberships are not available at this time.

No. Memberships do not have blackout dates and may be used whenever the aquarium is open. The aquarium is closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Please call us at (315) 374-7189 Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Our phone line is not staffed continuously, so please leave a voicemail if we are unable to answer.

You may also email us at [email protected].