Museum Access for Students and Their Families
Reading School District Benefits
In accordance with its 1991 operating agreement, The Foundation for the Reading Public Museum is pleased to offer currently enrolled students in the Reading School District preferred guest status benefits for Museum facilities, educational programs, and exhibits. Please check back often to learn about additional updates and benefits.
Free Admission
Currently enrolled Reading School District students and up to 5 accompanying guests receive free regular Museum admission and free admission to Public Neag Planetarium Shows with proof of enrollment.
Field Trips
Prescheduled Reading School District field trips are free.
Museum Discovery Camp
Currently enrolled Reading School District students may register during the early bird period and receive Member Early Bird pricing.
Homeschool Day
The Homeschool Day program is $1 per participant for enrolled Reading School District families. Registration is required.
For more information on any of these topics please contact Wendy Koller.
Preferred Guest Status Guidelines
Eligibility
- Benefits are available exclusively to students currently enrolled in the Reading School District (RSD) and their family members who accompany them, with proof of enrollment.
- Excludes other organizations and schools serving RSD students.
- Excludes students residing in the Reading School District but attending a non-RSD school (e.g., parochial, private, non-RSD cyber, or homeschool).
Accepted Proof of Enrollment
- Student ID
- Report Card
- Letter from faculty or staff (on official letterhead or from a district email)
- Any official district document with the student’s name
Assistance Programs
For those not qualifying for RSD Preferred Guest Status
School or Organization Visits
For non-RSD schools, if financial assistance is needed, please contact Wendy Koller about the Feed Their Imagination grant program.
Family Museum Admission
If your family cannot afford admission, consider borrowing a Museum Admission pass from a local library or contact Wendy Koller for additional assistance options.
For more information on any of these topics please contact Wendy Koller.