While some of the most well-known attractions in Maryland can cost a pretty penny to visit, many of them offer free or half-price admission days throughout the year! Keep an eye out for special community days the next time you’re looking for somewhere fun to go with your family.
Annapolis Maritime Museum | Annapolis
Free group passes are available through the Anne Arundel County Public Library; museum is also free during special events like River Days in September and Veterans Day
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Fire Museum of Maryland | Lutherville
Free community days in March, May and September
Havre de Grace Maritime Museum | Havre de Grace
Free admission for Havre de Grace residents on Sundays
Hays House Museum | Bel Air
Free admission during First Friday events, the Fourth of July and the first Sunday of December
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Ladew Gardens | Monkton
Free on “Twilight Tuesdays” every Tuesday from May to August
Lillian and Albert Small Capital Jewish Museum | Washington, D.C.
Holds free community days once a month on Wednesdays (usually the first Wednesday of the month, but dates may vary)
National Aquarium | Baltimore
Half-price admission on Fridays
National Building Museum | Washington, D.C.
Hosts free story times, as well as free community days throughout the year; 2026 dates TBA
National Museum of Women in the Arts | Washington, D.C.
Holds free community days on the first Sunday and second Wednesday of every month
Port Discovery Children’s Museum | Baltimore
Discounted $10 admission once a month on Sundays
Become a Museum Member!
A membership to your favorite museum will ensure that you’ll save money on admission throughout the year. These attractions offer special deals for families.
B&O Railroad Museum | Baltimore
Family membership ($135) applies to two parents and up to four children. A Smithsonian membership can be added for $25.
Calvert Marine Museum | Solomons
Family membership ($75) applies to two parents and two children and includes pre-sale concert tickets.
Historic London Town & Gardens | Edgewater
Family membership ($85) applies to four people of any age and three youth.
Delmarva Discovery Museum | Pocomoke City
Family membership ($60) applies to two adults and their children. There’s also a grandparent membership ($75).
