Illinois Reciprocity Programs
For zoos, science centers, children's museums, and gardens
Learn more about reciprocity programs in our
blog post! Here is a complete list of
AZA, ASTC, ACM, and AHS reciprocity program locations in Illinois for 2026. Always call ahead to check for reciprocal benefits.
Participating Locations in Illinois
- Miller Park ZooBloomingtonPrograms: AZA
- The Science CenterCarbondalePrograms: ASTC
- Lincoln Park ZooChicagoPrograms: AZA
- John G. Shedd AquariumChicagoPrograms: AZA
- Adler PlanetariumChicagoPrograms: ASTC
- Griffin Museum of Science and IndustryChicagoPrograms: ASTC
- International Museum of Surgical ScienceChicagoPrograms: ASTC
- Peggy Notebaert Nature MuseumChicagoPrograms: ASTC
- Chicago Children's MuseumChicagoPrograms: ACM
- Garfield Park ConservatoryChicagoPrograms: AHS
- Scovill ZooDecaturPrograms: AZA
- Children's Museum of IllinoisDecatur
- Chicago Botanic GardenGlencoePrograms: AHS
- hbps://peoriaparks.org/facility/luthy/LislePrograms: AHS
- DuPage Children's MuseumNapervillePrograms: ACM
- KidsWork Children's MuseumNew LenoxPrograms: ACM
- Children's Discovery MuseumNormal
- Children's Museum in Oak LawnOak LawnPrograms: ACM
- Wonder Works Children's MuseumOak ParkPrograms: ACM
- Oak Park ConservatoryOak ParkPrograms: AHS
- Peoria ZooPeoriaPrograms: AZA
- Peoria PlayHouse Children's MuseumPeoria
- Peoria Riverfront MuseumPeoriaPrograms: ASTC
- Luthy Botanical GardenPeoriaPrograms: AHS
- Cernan Earth and Space Center at Triton CollegeRiver GrovePrograms: ASTC
- Hauberg EstateRock IslandPrograms: AHS
- Quad City Botanical CenterRock IslandPrograms: AHS
- Burpee Museum of Natural HistoryRockfordPrograms: ASTC
- Discovery Center MuseumRockford
- Anderson Japanese GardensRockfordPrograms: AHS
- Klehm Arboretum & Botanic GardenRockfordPrograms: AHS
- Nicholas Conservatory & GardensRockfordPrograms: AHS
- Kidzeum of Health and ScienceSpringfield
- Lincoln Memorial GardenSpringfieldPrograms: AHS
- Washington Park Botanical GardenSpringfieldPrograms: AHS
- Cosley ZooWheatonPrograms: AZA
- CanAgny ParkWheatonPrograms: AHS
Tips for Using Reciprocity Programs
- Always bring your membership card and a valid photo ID
- Call ahead to confirm the location accepts your membership
- Some locations may have blackout dates or restrictions
- Benefits typically include free or discounted general admission
- Special exhibits or events may require additional fees