Blue Star Museums
FREE admission to 2,000+ museums, May–Labor Day
Blue Star Museums is a national partnership offering free admission to active duty military and their families at over 2,000 participating museums from Memorial Day through Labor Day each year. Participating museums span all 50 states — science, history, art, children's, and specialty museums included. One of the most underused military benefits each summer.
⚡ Memorial Day through Labor Day each year; new list of participating museums announced annually in MayIn-storeVerified Mar 2026
Who Qualifies
Active DutySpouseDependent
How to Claim
1Find participating museums at arts.gov/blue-star-museums; show active duty military ID at the admissions desk.
Proof Required
🪪 Military ID