Membership
SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP OFFER!
Receive 2 Delaware Children’s Museum passes and 2 Delaware Museum of Nature & Science passes when you purchase a Brandywine Zoo Household or Senior/Military and above level membership.
All memberships also include:
- Free or reduced admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada, including 50% off at the Philadelphia Zoo (that’s a savings of $32 for a family of 4!)
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Event
- Reduced fees for select programs & events
- Discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year (excluding special events)
Purchase a Brandywine Zoo Household or Senior/Military level or above membership and
Receive 2 passes to the Delaware Children’s Museum and Delaware Museum of Nature & Science (a $53 value)


Membership has its privileges…

The Brandywine Zoo is Delaware’s only zoo and has been a landmark in the city of Wilmington since 1905. Today, the Brandywine Zoo features an array of animals native to North and South America and temperate Asia. Situated adjacent to the Brandywine River, not far from the center of Wilmington, the Brandywine Zoo is the highlight of the Brandywine Park. Small, friendly and intimate, our Zoo offers families and individuals a special and unique wildlife experience.
Visitors can learn about endangered species, conservation, and the animal world while strolling through the tranquil environment of the Zoo. The Zoo hosts special events, themed family programs, and summer camps specially designed for school-age children. The Zoo offers accessible observation areas as well as the Zootique gift shop, snack bar and picnic area.
As a member of the Delaware Zoological Society, which supports the Brandywine Zoo, you can enjoy everything the Zoo has to offer and much more!
JOIN TODAY and become a part of our Future!
A Delaware Zoological Society membership offers a broad range of benefits:
- FREE admission each time you visit, including Noon Year’s Eve
- Access to an exclusive membership night
- Guest passes
- Discounts on the select programs and in the Gift Shop
- Reciprocal privileges with over 150 other zoos and aquariums across the country
Best of all, you’ll be helping the Brandywine Zoo continue to offer you and others the chance to experience the wonder of wildlife.
Membership Levels
INDIVIDUAL $40 (2 YRS $75*)
Membership for one individual with membership card providing FREE and unlimited admission to The Brandywine Zoo for a 12-month period.
Also includes:
- Free or reduced-cost admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Night
- Reduced fees for select programs
- 10% discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Two (2) free guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year

DUAL $50 (2 YRS $95*)
Membership for two named adults with membership card providing FREE and unlimited admission to The Brandywine Zoo for a 12-month period.
Also includes:
- Free or reduced-cost admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Night
- Reduced fees for select programs
- 10% discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Three (3) free guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year

SENIOR/MILITARY $60 (2 YRS $115*)
Membership for up to two adults in the same household (at least one of whom is age 60 or older or who are actively serving or have served in the military with proof of service) and up to 4 other individuals under age 18 with membership card providing FREE and unlimited admission to The Brandywine Zoo for a 12-month period.
Also includes:
- Free or reduced-cost admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Night
- Reduced fees for select programs
- 10% discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Four (4) free guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year

HOUSEHOLD $70 (2 YRS $135*)
Membership for up to two adults in the same household and up to 4 other individuals under age 18 with membership card providing FREE and unlimited admission to The Brandywine Zoo for a 12-month period.
Also includes:
- Free or reduced-cost admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Night
- Reduced fees for select programs
- 10% discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Four (4) free guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year

NATURALIST $100
Naturalist level memberships help support education and conservation programs at the Brandywine Zoo. Admits up to 2 adults in the same household and up to 4 other individuals under age 18 with membership card providing FREE and unlimited admission to The Brandywine Zoo for a 12-month period.
Also includes:
- Free or reduced-cost admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Night
- Reduced fees for select programs
- 15% discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Six (6) free guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year

ZOO-GOODER $250
Zoo-Gooder level memberships help support the Zoo’s mission to educate and entertain through special programs at the Brandywine Zoo and outreach into the community. Admits up to 2 adults in the same household and up to 4 other individuals under age 18 with membership card providing FREE and unlimited admission to The Brandywine Zoo for a 12-month period.
Also includes:
- Free or reduced-cost admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Night
- Reduced fees for select programs
- 15% discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Eight (8) free guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year

ANIMAL ENTHUSIAST $500
Animal Enthusiast level memberships support the mission of the Brandywine Zoo by helping children and families receive financial assistance for educational programs. Admits up to 2 adults in the same household and up to 4 other individuals under age 18 with membership card providing FREE and unlimited admission to The Brandywine Zoo for a 12-month period.
Also includes:
- Free or reduced-cost admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Night
- Reduced fees for select programs
- 15% discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Eight (8) free guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year
- 2 complimentary passes to Brew at the Zoo – a fun event planned by The Delaware Zoological Society.

RARE BIRD $1,000
Rare Bird level memberships support the mission of the Brandywine Zoo by providing support for all education and conservation programs. Admits up to 2 adults in the same household and up to 4 other individuals under age 18 with membership card providing FREE and unlimited admission to The Brandywine Zoo for a 12-month period.
Also includes:
- Free or reduced-cost admission to over 150 AZA zoos and aquariums in the United States and Canada
- Invitation to our “Members Only” Night
- Reduced fees for select programs
- 15% discount on all purchases at our Zootique gift shop
- Eight (8) free guest passes which may be used any time throughout the year
- 2 complimentary passes to Brew at the Zoo – a fun event planned by The Delaware Zoological Society.
- Rare Bird membership status recognized on zoo grounds
- Special behind the scenes tour

* $5 discount on Individual, Senior/Military and Household Memberships with a two year subscription.
Membership gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. Membership benefits are subject to change without notice. You must present your membership card and photo ID for zoo entry.