Become a Member
Become a Member
As an Individual Member, you'll enjoy 12 months of benefits while donating to support our mission to be a museum of the world, for the world. Membership provides:
- Free, unlimited entry to all special exhibitions
- Special programme of Members' events
- Exclusive access to the Members' Room
- Regular mailings including the British Museum Magazine three times a year
- A 10% discount in the Museum's shops, cafés and restaurants
Save £10 when you set up a recurring annual payment via Direct Debit.
We offer a discounted rate for those with a disability or access consideration. This comprises an Individual Membership plus a free guest to best facilitate access to your Membership benefits and provide you the flexibility to bring a companion when visiting. For more information or to arrange this Membership, please contact the Membership Office and we are very happy to assist further.
We also have a discounted rate for those aged under 26.
Choose your annual Individual Membership
Individual Membership
- One Membership card
- Visit on your own and enjoy the full benefits of Membership
Individual Membership + additional card
- Two Membership cards
- The additional cardholder can visit with you or on their own
- Both people must live at the same address (only one copy of Membership mailings will be sent)
Contact the Membership Office
Email: friends@britishmuseum.org
Phone: +44 (0)20 7323 8195
Opening times
Monday–Friday: 10.00–16.00
Closed: weekends and bank holidays
Visit the Membership FAQs for the latest information.