sparks march/april 2012
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The Children's Musuem of Memphis Bi-monthly Newsletter Sparks March/April EditionTRANSCRIPT
Spark an imagination! Light up a mind!
Sparks
“We create memorable learning experiences through the joy of play in hands-on exhibits and programs.”
March/April 2012
Dinosaurs : Land of Fire and Ice
Good For You
Cirque du CMOM
Jammin’ to the Music
Programming Spotlight
Spring Break Camp
Save the Date
Donor Spotlight
Membership News Flash
Inside this issue
CMOM
.COM
At The John and Katherine Dobbs Family Center
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Long before the Mid-South was populated by cows and cotton fields, dinosaurs roamed the land. A traveling exhibit now open allows children and adults to explore dinosaur habitats to better understand how these mysterious animals lived and use inquiry skills to examine what they left behind. Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice transports families back to the Cretaceous Period (145 - 65 million years ago), the time when dinosaurs last lived on earth. Children go face-to-face with the prehistoric world and meet dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes. The exhibit, created for children ages 3 - 10, features two distinct environments and a variety of activities. A Field Research Station allows children to step into the role of paleontologist by uncovering fossils with brushes and creating drawings of the dinosaur environment using fossil rubbings and tracings. The steamy “Land of Fire” connects visitors with the prehistoric home of the Triceratops and T-Rex. Children can circle the land in insect costumes and buzz through a volcano with oozing lava. Work through a swampy bog and identify an ecosystem of animals and plants. No coats are needed for a trip across the “Land of Ice” where visitors meet two dinosaurs, a Troodon and Edmontosaurus, who made their homes in the cold climate of Alaska. Activities include: climbing rocky steps, breezing down an icy slide, and hopping across stepping stones in an icy river. Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice utilizes new research about climates in which dinosaurs were able to survive and thrive. The discovery of numerous species of dinosaurs in the arctic is causing scientists to reconsider old theories about dinosaurs only living in tropical climates. It is now known that many dinosaurs, including Edmontosaurus and Troodon, lived in cold weather climates for at least part of the year. Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice is the first child-centered exhibit in the country dedicated to expanding the understanding of dinosaur habitat and range. The exhibit will be at the museum through May 13, 2012. Dinosaurs: Land of Fire and Ice™ was created by Minnesota Children’s Museum and is sponsored locally by Kronos Energy Solutions.
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Come visit Ginger and her friends, the Good for You Crew at The Children’s Museum of Memphis, now through June 24 in the traveling exhibit Good for You: Healthy Fun on the Run. Ginger is a potato chip eating, soda guzzling couch potato who loves to watch T.V. When her mother orders her out of the house, she and her faithful dog George begin an adventure that leads to a world of healthy foods and active play. With childhood obesity ranking as one of the most important issues facing the United States, especially in Tennessee, the exhibit is part of the museum’s health initiative to teach children and their families that living healthy, active lifestyles can be easy and fun.
When guests enter the exhibit, they are greeted by life sized cutouts of Ginger and the Good for You Crew. In the introductory area, visitors listen to their heart beat and participate in hands-on activities that teach the importance of balancing good food choices (energy in) with physical activities (energy out). Visitors enter a room with an interactive video wall where they use their whole bodies to capture floating images of foods to create a balanced meal.
As visitors continue through the exhibit, they pick authentic looking fruits and vegetables in Sam’s garden and take them to Maria’s Farmer’s Market where they assume the roles of shoppers
and sellers as they learn about healthy food choices. To promote physical movement, children are invited into Nelson’s Treehouse
for climbing and then visit Michael and Lea’s campsite where they explore a cave, traverse a rock wall and try out a kayak. Children then venture into Josh’s Living Room where families will enjoy activities like building cardboard forts and playing twister showing the many ways you can be active in your own home.
Good for You: Healthy Fun on the Run was created by Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga with funding from the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Health Foundation and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. BlueCross BlueShield Foundation has also provided funding for the exhibit to come to The Children’s Museum of Memphis.
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A Fun Evening of Glitz and Red Carpet Glamour
The museum’s annual fund raiser, Cirque du CMOM, amazed more than 900 guests on February 4 and raised money beyond it’s goal for the museum’s educational exhibits and programs. This year’s theme was “Night in Hollywood: A Vanity Affair.” Guests enjoyed a comprehensive array of food by more than 30 of Memphis’ finest chefs as well as mulitiple bars and a signature drink from Alchemy. The Cirque committee once again held a successful online auction prior to the party, with an astounding array of items from all over Memphis and beyond.Guests were greeted by paparazzi as they walked down the red carpet into the storefronts of Rodeo Drive and the entrance to the Beverly Hills Hotel. T h e “shady side” of Hollywood wowed guests with street performers and a sliderbar on “Skid Row.” Inside the Ciros tent visitors were treated to a special bourbon bar with an “Old Hollywood” feel. Attendees danced the night away to the tunes of DJ Mark Anderson in the IBERIABANK Vanity Affair Room.Co-chairs of this year’s fund-raiser were Cindy Dobbs and Janie Lowery. A special thanks to this year’s sponsors and committee for such a great party!
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W e’re lining up an all-star cast of continuous stage performances for our second annual Jammin’ to the Music event. Pony rides, rock climbing wall with bungee trampolines, moonwalk, face painting,
crafts, concessions and music by the Friendzies will rock the front lawn!
Program Spotlight: Murphy The Manatee Visits Memphis
Jammin’ to the Music
Saturday, April 28, 10am-1pm
Join us for a special guest storytelling, book reading and signing of Murphy the Manatee Visits Memphis, Saturday, March 17 from 2 – 4 pm. Murphy the Manatee visits Memphis was written by Erin Thorpe, a native of Memphis. She was commissioned by James Jackson to write this fictional story loosely based on a realistic event that involved his experience on the mighty Mississippi River. James and a friend were fishing on the banks of the river in Memphis when they discovered a live manatee stuck in the shallow waters near the bank.
An artist will be on hand to draw caricatures of the visitors.
Sponsored byAmerispan Tents, Inc.
Blue Bell Creameries, Inc.King Cotton
Kroger
Members FreeNon-Members - $15
(Cancelled in case of rain, check CMOM.COM for details)
Dinosaurs Galore & More! Spring Break CampMarch 5 - 9 and 12 - 16, 9am-3pm
Cost: $150 per child
Dinosaurs lived millions of years ago and are fascinating creatures. Step into the life of dinosaurs and explore the discoveries of what their fossils are teaching us today about the ancient world. Join us for our one week Spring Camp and we’ll get up-close and personal with the dinosaurs as we learn about their
eating habits, reconstruct dinosaur bones, play dinosaur games, and make special crafts to reinforce the learning during this prehistoric adventure camp. Hurry! Don’t miss out, space is limited, sign up today! For more information call (901) 458-2678, ext. 221.
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Since June of 1989 AutoZone, Inc. has been a strong supporter of The Children’s Museum (CMOM) and a champion of our mission which also reflects the AutoZone company values. In addition to supporting the museum through
charitable donations and in-kind gifts, AutoZone fosters community involvement in philanthropic activities and encourages others to get involved with educating the children we serve through the joy of play.
Renovations and a major expansion to the AutoZone Garage Exhibit are currently in process and made possible through a recent AutoZone gift. CMOM is very grateful for our partnership with AutoZone, Inc. and is excited to provide our visitors with this first class, state-of-the-art exhibit.
Donor Spotlight
Save the Date!
Dr. Seuss BirthdayFriday, March 2, 11am-3pmWear red and white; participate in a Dr. Seuss storybook character hunt, and look for a special guest in a red and white hat to stop by at noon!
It’s a Deaf Deaf WorldSaturday, March 17, 11am-1pmJoin Quota Intertational and come take a trip into a world where you may listen with your eyes and speak with your hands.
Flashback: for the Young at HeartThursday, May 10, 6-9pmCall 458-2678, ext. 234 for more details.
Splish Splash BashCMOM Birthday CelebrationSaturday, June 16, 10am-1pmCall 458-2678, ext. 221 for more details.
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Calendar
of Events
Museum ProgramsPrograms are subject to change or cancellation. To verify programs: 458-2678 or CMOM.COM. Unless noted, programs are included with museum admission.
Around the WorldDiscover a different culture or country. All ages.
Creative Thinker Tinker TimeWe supply the materials and you supply the creative mind as we tinker around and build with various materials. All ages.
Dino ArtMake dinosaur themed masterpieces. All ages.
Fabulous Fine ArtExplore the amazing artists of history. All ages.
Family Time TriviaKids and parents work in teams to answer fun trivia questions to win prizes. All ages.
Game TimePlay games with the family. All ages.
Human BingoGet visitors to sign your card in the right spaces to win a prize. All ages.
Move & GrooveGet your heart pumping as you play! All ages.
My First Book ClubExplore and investigate our world through story time, crafts and a healthy snack. Ages 2-4.
Okie Dokie KaraokeSing your favorite tunes on stage in The Little Orpheum. All ages.
Search PartyFind clues, complete tasks and get a prize! All ages.
Silly ScienceDiscover the silly science behind your favorite things! All ages.
Seussical Story TimeIn honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday join us as we tell his stories and make a Seuss themed craft. All ages.
Tot ArtIt’s never too early to encourage your little artist and let the creative juices flow as you explore different kinds of art! Ages 1-4.
Who Are You? InvestigationsSimple experiments and explorations help us understand how the human body works. All ages.
1Tot Art: Sting Art, 10am
Seussical Story Time: Yertle the Turtle, 3:30pm
2Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Celebration!, 11am-3pm(See page 7)
3Fabulous Fine Art: Andy Warhol, 11am
Silly Science: Milk Swirl, 1pm
Move& Groove: Red Light, Green Light, 3:30pm
4Search Party: Round Objects, 3pm
5Who Are You? Investigations: The Lungs & Oxygen, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: Wedgits, 3pm
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My First Book Club: If You Give a Moose a Muffin, 10am
Game Time! - The Angry Birds Card Game, 3:30pm
Dino Egg Hunt, 11am
Around the World: United States, 3:30pm
Tot Art: Collage, 10am
Seussical Story Time: The Cat in the Hat, 3:30pm
9 10Move & Groove: Hoola Hoop, 10:30am
Okie Dokie Karaoke, 3:30pm
Fabulous Fine Art: Frida Kahlo, 11am
Silly Science: Elephant’s Toothpaste, 1pm
Move & Groove: Paper Plate Frisbee, 3:30pm
Human Bingo: Just for Kids, 3pm
Search Party: The Letter T, 3pm
Search Party: The Color Blue, 3pm
Who Are You? Investigations: The Heart Parts, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: Acrobat Builders, 3pm
Who Are You? Investigations: The Brain Game, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: Wedgits, 3pm
Who Are You? Investigations: The Eyes Have It, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: Bamboo Building Blocks, 3pm
My First Book Club: If You Give a Pig a Pancake, 10am
Game Time! - Hungry Hungry Hippos, 3:30pm
My First Book Club: If You Give a Cat a Cupcake, 10am
Dino Art: Dinosaur Feet, 3:30pm
My First Book Club: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, 10am
Family Time Trivia: Children’s Movies, 3:30pm
Dino Art: Stained Glass Dinos, 10am
Silly Science: Play Dough, 3:30pm
Silly Science: Exploding Fun, 11am
Around the World: Netherlands, 3:30pm
Tot Art: Cork Painting, 10am
Seussical Story Time: Green Eggs and Ham, 3:30pm
Tot Art: Coffee Filter Drawings, 10am
Seussical Story Time: Sneetches, 3:30pm
Move & Groove: Animal Exercise, 10:30am
Okie Dokie Karaoke, 3:30pm
Move & Groove: Freeze Dance, 10:30am
Okie Dokie Karaoke, 3:30pm
Fabulous Fine Art: Alma Thomas, 10am
Silly Science: Making Music with Water, 1pm
Move & Groove: Bubble Wrap Attack, 3:30pm
It’s a Deaf, Deaf World, 11am-1pm(See page 7)
Move & Groove: Simon Says, 3:30pm
Silly Science: Volcano, 11am
Around the World: Tanzania, 3:30pm
Tot Art: Foot Tracing Art, 10am
Seussical Story Time: The Foot Book, 3:30pm
Move & Groove: Crab Races Relay, 10:30am
Okie Dokie Karaoke, 3:30pm
Dino Art: Movable Dinosaur, 11am
Silly Science: Homemade Slime, 1pm
Move & Groove: Jump Rope Jingles, 3:30pm
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My First Book Club: Ten Little Ladybugs, 10am
Family Time Trivia: Cartoons, 3:30pm
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S M T W T F STot Art: Snow Paint, 10am
Book Worms: Edwina, The Dinosaur Who Didn’t Know She Was Extinct, 3:30pm
Dino Art: Dinosaur Rubbings, 11am
Okie Dokie Karaoke, 3:30pm
Good For You: Eat a Healthy Rainbow, 10am
Fabulous Fine Art: Alexander Calder, 1pm
Silly Science: Explore Physical Change, 3:30pm
Happy Easter!Museum Closed!
Who Are You? Investigations: Just a Bag of Nerves, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: K’nex, 3pm
My First Book Club: Knuffle Bunny, 10am
Eco Art: Homemade Finger Paint, 3:30pm
Silly Science: Surface Tension Experiments, 11am
Around the World: Mexico, 3:30pm
Tot Art: Cornstarch Paint, 10am
Book Worms: Olive’s Pirate Party, 3:30pm
Dino Art: Foam Dinosaur Mosaics, 11am
Okie Dokie Karaoke, 3:30pm
Fabulous Fine Art: Pablo Picasso, 11am
Silly Science: Milk Swirl, 1pm
Move & Groove: 3 Legged Sack Races, 3:30pm
Search Party: Star Shapes, 3pm
Search Party: The Color Red, 3pm
Search Party: Recycled Materials, 3pm
Who Are You? Investigations: The DNA Story, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: Marble Race Set, 3pm
Who Are You? Investigations: The Nose Knows, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: Geo Snaps, 3pm
Who Are You? Investigations: Ear Adventures, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: Magnetic Magic, 3pm
My First Book Club: Never, Ever Shout in a Zoo, 10am
Move & Groove: Hot Potato Game, 3:30pm
Silly Science: Ice Fishing Experiments, 11am
Around the World: Ghana, 3:30pm
Silly Science: Toothpaste Slime, 11am
Around the World: France, 3:30pm
Tot Art: Relief Prints, 10am
Book Worms: Find-A-Saurus, 3:30pm
Dino Art: Dinosaur Hats, 11am
Okie Dokie Karaoke, 3:30pm
Eco Art: Newspaper Hats, 11am
Okie Dokie Karaoke, 3:30pm
Jammin’ to the Music, 10am-1pm(See Page 6)
Tot Art: Fingerpaint Leaves, 10am
Book Worms: Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day, 3:30pm
Eco Art: Earth Day Leaf Prints, 11am
Silly Science: Disappearing Air, 1pm
Move & Groove: Spanish Hokie Pokie, 3:30pm
Calendar of Events
4Silly Science: Sink or Float Investigations, 11am
Around the World: Antarctica, 3:30pm
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1 32 My First Book Club: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, 10am
Game Time! - Checkers, 3:30pm
Who Are You? Investigations: The Tooth Truth, 11am
Creative Thinker Tinker Time: Giant Hollow Hardwood Blocks, 3pm
Search Party: Triangles, 3pm
Museum ProgramsPrograms are subject to change or cancellation. To verify programs: 458-2678 or CMOM.COM. Unless noted, programs are included with museum admission.
Around the WorldDiscover a different culture or country. All ages.
Book WormsListen to a story, sing songs and make crafts! All ages.
Creative Thinker Tinker TimeWe supply the materials and you supply the creative mind as we tinker around and build with various materials. All ages.
Dino ArtMake dinosaur themed masterpieces. All ages.
Eco ArtMake “green” themed creative masterpieces. All ages.
Fabulous Fine ArtExplore the amazing artists of history. All ages.
Family Time TriviaKids and parents work in teams to answer fun trivia questions to win prizes. All ages.
Game TimePlay games with the family. All ages.
Human BingoGet visitors to sign your card in the right spaces to win a prize. All ages.
Move & GrooveGet your heart pumping as you play! All ages.
My First Book ClubExplore and investigate our world through story time, crafts and a healthy snack. Ages 2-4.
Okie Dokie KaraokeSing your favorite tunes on stage in The Little Orpheum. All ages.
Search PartyFind clues, complete tasks and get a prize! All ages.
Silly ScienceDiscover the silly science behind your favorite things! All ages.
Seussical Story TimeIn honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday join us as we tell his stories and make a Seuss themed craft. All ages.
Tot ArtIt’s never too early to encourage your little artist and let the creative juices flow as you explore different kinds of art! Ages 1-4.
Who Are You? InvestigationsSimple experiments and explorations help us understand how the human body works. All ages.
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Thanks to Our Members and Donors!
If we missed your name, please contact us at 458-2678
so that we may include it in the next issue of Sparks!
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Mrs. Margie Rhodes and Mrs. Tori FarmerMiss Alicia Rice and Mr. Mitchell EuellMr. and Mrs. Peter RichardsMr. and Mrs. Christopher RobbinsDr. Camaryn Robbins and Mr. George RobbinsMr. and Mrs. Forrest RobinsonDr. Jana Robinson and Mr. Ken RobinsonMr. and Mrs. David RobinsonMr. and Mrs. Chris RockholtMr. and Mrs. Darren RolfeMr. and Mrs. Kenneth RollsMs. Cynthia Romoff and Dr. Todd RomoffMs. Vanessa Ross and Mr. Lloyd RossMr. and Mrs. Andrew RuizMr. and Mrs. Kurt RulemanMr. and Mrs. Jeff SampleMr. and Mrs. Michael SandersMr. and Mrs. John SandersonMr. and Mrs. Robin SandlinMr. and Mrs. Joe SankeyMr. Temoor SarwarMr. and Mrs. Russell SavoryMr. and Ms. Danny SchaffzinMr. and Mrs. Kyle SchlettMr. and Mrs. Clint ScottMs. Nikki Scudder and Mr. Joey RobinsonMr. and Mrs. Brad SeesselMr. and Mrs. Daniel ShawMr. and Mrs. Will ShepardMr. and Mrs. Sanford ShepskyMr. and Mrs. Stuart SherwoodMr. and Mrs. Joshua ShipleyDr. Carla ShirleyMrs. Almedia Shores and Lataria ShoresMs. Denise ShorterDr. Sahar Siddiqui and Dr. Mahboob AlamMr. and Mrs. David SilvaMrs. Sangeetha Singiri and Mr. Prasad EpuriMr. Logoitino Sito and Ms. Hannah SimpsonMr. and Mrs. David SmithMr. and Mrs. Mike SmithMr. and Mrs. George SmithermanMr. and Mrs. Michael SolleyMs. Mae StantonMr. and Mrs. Josh StarrettMr. and Mrs. Matt StephensMr. and Mrs. Beau StephensMr. and Mrs. Brent StoneMr. and Mrs. Anthony StrattonMr. and Mrs. Michael StriederMr. and Mrs. Jerimiah SullivanMs. Donna SummersMrs. Liz SykesMr. Toru Tanahashi and Ms. Yoko TanahashiMs. Beth Tanner and Mr. Lee GoodmanMrs. Sarah Tate and Ms. Vicky EvansMs. Katy TedderMr. and Mrs. Shalin TejaniMr. and Mrs. Tim TellMr. and Mrs. Errol ThomasMr. and Mrs. Bradley ThompsonMr. and Mrs. Jason ThompsonMr. and Mrs. Roy ThurmondMr. and Mrs. Keith TownsendMr. Bao Tran and Ms. Stacy PhamMr. and Mrs. Jesse TravisMr. and Mrs. Walker UhlhornMr. and Mrs. Ross VegoMr. and Mrs. Nathaniel WadeMrs. Stephanie Waldrip and Mr. Thomas BurchamMs. Brenna WalkerMr. and Mrs. John WalkerMr. and Mrs. Jordan WalkerMr. and Mrs. Jim WalkerMs. Lei Wang and Mr. Bentuo ZhengMrs. Toni WardellMr. and Mrs. Curt WarhurstMr. and Mrs. Joshua WarneMr. and Mrs. Marcus WarrenMrs. Jennifer WatsonMr. and Mrs. Michael WaycasterMr. and Mrs. Bo WeaverMr. and Mrs. Taylor WebbMs. Sandra Webb and Mrs. Shiree WebbMr. and Mrs. Steve WeberMs. Dana WebsterMr. and Mrs. Jerry West
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Executive CommitteeBill Widdop, PresidentDick Tillman, Vice PresidentCaren Nichol, TreasurerJerome Franklin, SecretaryJon BascomAnna McQuiston HoltzclawRon KastnerBob Craddock, Museum Attorney
Board MembersJames ArmfieldPhillip C. BlumJoe BrownDennis ColleyJoseph DandanKatina GainesLee HarperMerry Lynn MooreElvira OrmsethGopi PaiAmy Rolfes PoagCarol RobertsBrett ShanamanCarey SniderWilliam TaylorPeter WhiteAlex Taylor Wiley III
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Advisory BoardCarroll Todd, ChairmanDebbie BinswangerAlbert CantuMichelle DunavantAnn HawkinsMason HawkinsTom HuttonEdward LabryElizabeth LabryAngus McEachranHarriet McFaddenStillman McFaddenJoe OrgillClif PhillipsBill ScofieldAnnette SmithJoe SteffnerTerre SullivantAllison WetterBarbara WilliamsonGary Wunderlich
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MEMBERSHIP NEWS FLASHThe Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) has revised its ACM Reciprocal Program policies as follows:
Effective April 1, 2013:
•The ACM Reciprocal Program will be called the ACM Reciprocal Network.
•The ACM Reciprocal Network admission policy will shift from free admission to: 50% off general admission for up to six (6) people. Additional visitors must pay current admission price.
•Family memberships that include ACM Reciprocal Network benefits must be sold at a minimum price of $125 or greater.
•All current local restrictions will be eliminated. Museums that participate in the ACM Reciprocal Network may not request any new local restrictions.
How does this affect CMOM Contributing Memberships with ACM Reciprocal benefits?
•CMOM Contributing Memberships with ACM Reciprocal Network benefits with an expiration date of March 31, 2013 or before will receive free admission (or current restrictions) through this date at other participating ACM Reciprocal Network museums.
•Beginning on April 1, 2013, Reciprocal benefits will change from free admission to 50% discount on general admission for up to six (6) people at other participating ACM Reciprocal Network museums. Additional visitors must pay current admission price.
Note: With these parameters, the benefits for a one-year membership with reciprocal benefits sold after April 1, 2012 will have partial year free admission and partial year 50% discounted admission. How many months of each benefit depend on the expiration date.
Please contact our Membership Department at 320-3171 with any questions.