Regular visits to the PlayHouse foster curiosity and a love of learning, and engage children in play, which stimulates healthy brain and body development. A PlayHouse membership makes frequent visits possible by granting you free PlayHouse admission for a full year of play from the purchase date.
It’s no wonder that membership pays for itself in just a few visits!


Types of Memberships
Family Memberships
(Starting at $110)
Included Members
- 2 Named adults in the same household.
- All children under the age of 18 in the same household.
Extra Adults
- May add up to 2 additional caregivers for $35 each.
Grandparent Memberships
(Starting at $100)
Included Members
- 2 Named adults in the same household.
- All grandchildren under the age of 18 regardless of household.
Extra Adults
- May add up to 2 additional caregivers for $35.



Membership Levels & Benefits
Basic – $110
- Unlimited visits to the PlayHouse for family members listed on the membership.
- Admission during Members-Only Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
- Special member pricing on birthday party rentals, programs, classes, and special events.
- Free admission to other museums participating in the worldwide ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Travel Passport Program.
- A 10% discount in our gift shop, the Peoria STOREia.
For an additional $35 each, you can add up to 2 additional caregivers.
*Exclusions apply to museums within a 90-mile radius of the PlayHouse. For details and lists of participating museums, visit www.astc.org
Premium – $145
- Unlimited visits to the PlayHouse for family members listed on the membership.
- Admission during Members-Only Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
- Special member pricing on birthday party rentals, programs, classes, and special events.
- Free admission to other museums participating in the worldwide ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Travel Passport Program.
- Discounted admission to other museums participating in the ACM (Association of Children’s Museums) Reciprocal Network.
- For an additional $35 each, add up to 2 additional caregivers.
- 5 free admission guest passes to the PlayHouse.
- A 15% discount in our gift shop, the Peoria STOREia.
For an additional $35 each, you can add up to 2 additional caregivers.
*Exclusions apply to museums within a 90-mile radius of the PlayHouse. For details and lists of participating museums, visit www.astc.org
Plus – $160
- Unlimited visits to the PlayHouse for family members listed on the membership.
- Admission during Members-Only Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
- Special member pricing on birthday party rentals, programs, classes, and special events.
- Free admission to other museums participating in the worldwide ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Travel Passport Program.
- Discounted admission to other museums participating in the ACM (Association of Children’s Museums) Reciprocal Network.
- One free guest with every visit (cardholder must be present).
- A 15% discount in our gift shop, the Peoria STOREia.
For an additional $35 each, you can add up to 2 additional caregivers.
*Exclusions apply to museums within a 90-mile radius of the PlayHouse. For details and lists of participating museums, visit www.astc.org
Premium/Plus – $200
- Unlimited visits to the PlayHouse for family members listed on the membership.
- Admission during Members-Only Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
- Special member pricing on birthday party rentals, programs, classes, and special events.
- Free admission to other museums participating in the worldwide ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Travel Passport Program.
- Discounted admission to other museums participating in the ACM (Association of Children’s Museums) Reciprocal Network.
- 5 free admission guest passes to the PlayHouse.
- One free guest with every visit (cardholder must be present).
- A 20% discount in our gift shop, the Peoria STOREia.
For an additional $35 each, you can add up to 2 additional caregivers.
*Exclusions apply to museums within a 90-mile radius of the PlayHouse. For details and lists of participating museums, visit www.astc.org
Supporter – $325
- Unlimited visits to the PlayHouse for family members listed on the membership.
- Admission during Members-Only Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
- Special member pricing on birthday party rentals, programs, classes, and special events.
- Free admission to other museums participating in the worldwide ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Travel Passport Program.
- Discounted admission to other museums participating in the ACM (Association of Children’s Museums) Reciprocal Network.
- 8 free admission guest passes to the PlayHouse.
- Two free guests with every visit (cardholder must be present).
- Donor name listed on the PlayHouse Donor Wall and Impact Report.
- A 20% discount in our gift shop, the Peoria STOREia.
For an additional $35 each, you can add up to 2 additional caregivers.
*Exclusions apply to museums within a 90-mile radius of the PlayHouse. For details and lists of participating museums, visit www.astc.org
If you need assistance, please contact our Visitor and Membership Engagement Manager:
Katie Klaus via Email: kklaus@peoriaparks.org | Phone: 309.323.6893
Discounted Memberships
The PlayHouse is committed to giving every child the opportunity to be an explorer and creator of the world. The PlayHouse Joint, Explorer, and Foster Family programs were created to ensure that the museum is accessible to all children and families, regardless of income.
*Please note that the Explorer and Foster Family memberships must be purchased in person.

Joint Membership
Cost: $65
Included Members
- 1 Named adult
- 1 child under 18 regardless of household
Benefits
- Unlimited visits to the PlayHouse for family members listed on the membership.
- Admission during Members-Only Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
- Special member pricing on birthday party rentals, programs, classes, and special events.
- Free admission to other museums participating in the worldwide ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Travel Passport Program.
- A 10% discount in our gift shop, the Peoria STOREia
No additional caregivers may be added.

Explorer Membership
Cost: $30
Who Qualifies?
- Anyone enrolled in LINK or WIC
- Anyone enrolled in the Peoria Park District scholarship program
Documentation Needed
- LINK or WIC Card
- Proof of active benefits received from WIC or LINK
- Current photo ID
Benefits
- Unlimited visits to the PlayHouse for family members listed on the membership.
- Admission during Members-Only Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
- Special member pricing on birthday party rentals, programs, classes, and special events.
- Free admission to other museums participating in the worldwide ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Travel Passport Program.
- A 10% discount in our gift shop, the Peoria STOREia
For the Explorer Membership, 2 additional caregivers may be added for $10 each.

Foster Family Membership
Who Qualifies?
- Any licensed Foster Family residing in Illinois
Documentation Needed
- Proof of licensure or an authorized letter from a local agency
- Current photo ID
Benefits
- Unlimited visits to the PlayHouse for family members listed on the membership.
- Admission during Members-Only Tuesdays from 9 am to 12 pm.
- Special member pricing on birthday party rentals, programs, classes, and special events.
- Free admission to other museums participating in the worldwide ASTC (Association of Science and Technology Centers) Travel Passport Program.
- 3 free admission guest passes to the PlayHouse.
- A 10% discount in our gift shop, the Peoria STOREia
For the Foster Family Membership, 2 additional caregivers may be added for $10 each.
Peoria Park District Scholarship Program
The Peoria Park District wants EVERYONE to be able to access high-quality parks and recreation activities, regardless of income. After all, parks and recreation help to make people HEALTHIER, HAPPIER, and CONNECT
everyone in our community.
Scholarships are offered on a sliding scale to residents of the Peoria Park District based on financial need and are determined based on the information requested in our universal application form. So that our support can help as many qualifying residents as possible, a small fee is required for participation and is determined by program.
With a single application, District programming is waiting for you to explore! Once you’ve qualified you will be able to access almost any program in the District for one year from the time of approval.
Benefit opportunities include:
- A $5 Park Pass offers a single admission to Peoria Zoo, Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum, Owens Center, and RiverPlex Health and Wellness Center as well as a bucket of range balls at the Golf Learning Center. One pass per household member per year.
- Discounted membership to the Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum.
- Discounted membership to the RiverPlex Health and Wellness Center.
- Discounted membership to Proctor Recreation Center.
- Discounted enrollments on unlimited Peoria Park District activities and camps
(discount amount varies based on income guidelines).