Families from all financial backgrounds can have the opportunity to visit local museums through the Museums for All initiative. Museums for All is a cooperative initiative between the Association for Children’s Museums and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
While Museums for All operates in most states, we will be highlighting the ones in Florida.
In Florida there is a good handful of Museums that have embraced this Museums for All initiative. Individuals and families presenting an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, and a valid form of photo ID can receive individual admission fees ranging from free to $3.00.
That’s a great savings for families who are already strapped for funds. “By removing the financial barrier, Museums for All also removes the social and academic barrier children face when they are not exposed to high quality museum experiences.” as stated on childrensmuseum.org
Participating Museums for All admission rates are offered for up to four individuals per EBT card and is available during normal operating hours. Special museum experiences (e.g., IMAX movies, special exhibitions, etc.) may be additional.
In Florida, there are still some amazing museums that are participating in 2021 for Museums for All. Below you will find the participating Florida Museums.
NOTE: Admission tickets must be purchased on-site. For confirmation that the museums listed are still participating, please call ahead. Participation may change at any time.
Due to COVID-19, some museums participating in Museums for All have for 2021 have adjusted their hours and ticket purchasing policies. Before visiting a museum, please call or check their website to see if they are open or require advance registrations.
Participating Florida Museums for All:
Museum of Science & Industry (MOSI)
Tampa, Florida 33617
Tampa, Florida 33602 United States
Tampa, Florida 33602 United States
Tampa, Florida 33602 United States
Lakeland, Florida 33801
St. Petersburg, Florida 33704
St. Petersburg, Florida 33701 United States
Sarasota, Florida 34243
Orlando, Florida 32801 United States
DeLand, Florida 32720 United States
Punta Gorda, Florida 33982 United States
Gainesville, Florida 32611
Gainesville, Florida 32601
Vero Beach, Florida 32963 United States
Jacksonville, Florida 32207
Naples, Florida 34112 United States
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312 United States
Miami Beach, Florida 33139 United States
Pensacola, Florida 32508
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