Become an N.C. Transportation Museum Member
Members of the North Carolina Transportation Museum receive special benefits here in Spencer, but most importantly, your membership supports museum programs, so we can keep offering the fun and educational events that keep you coming back again and again! Below you will find an overview of the benefits you receive.
All memberships are for one year and include the following basic benefits, with additional benefits for certain membership levels as noted:
• Free admission and train rides (excludes select special events)
• 10% discount at the Gift Station
• Advance opportunity to purchase excursion tickets during our Members-Only Pre-Sale
• Subscription to ShopTalk our member/donor magazine
• Recognition in ShopTalk as a member
• Invitation to annual Members Day event
• Reciprocal admission benefits at more than 300 museums worldwide through the
Association of Science-Technology Centers Passport Program*
• Support of a great cause!
*Some exclusions may apply. Download a list of Passport Program participants and restrictions here.
You can join or renew online using the links below, while you're here at the NCTM for a visit, by calling 704-636-2889, ext. 228, or by downloading our
Membership Application. Please complete the application and mail with payment to NCTMF/Membership, PO Box 69, Spencer, NC 28159.
| Membership Level |
Persons Covered |
Dues |
Benefits |
| Brakeman (Join/Renew) |
Individual |
$45
|
All Basic Benefits |
| Senior Brakeman (Join/Renew) |
Individual, age 60+
|
$35
|
All Basic Benefits |
| Student Brakeman (Join/Renew) |
Individual, ages 3-17 |
$35
|
All Basic Benefits |
Switchman (Join/Renew)
(NEW OPTION) |
Any Two Individuals |
$60 |
All Basic Benefits |
| Fireman (Join/Renew) |
Two Adults plus up to four
minor children (ages 3-17)
in same household
|
$80 |
All Basic Benefits
Plus: Discounts on Birthday Caboose
& Tracks of an Engineer |
| Conductor (Join/Renew) |
Two Adults plus up to four
minor children (ages 3-17)
in same household
|
$150 |
All Fireman Benefits
Plus: 2 Diesel Cab Rides (value of $40)
and Half Off Select Special Events |
| Engineer (Join/Renew) |
Two Adults plus up to four
minor children (ages 3-17)
in same household
|
$300 |
All Fireman Benefits
Plus: 4 Diesel Cab Rides and
Free Select Special Events |
PLUS Membership Options: For larger families or families with additional caregivers, PLUS options allow you to add additional children (ages 3-17 and in the same household) or one additional adult (grandparent, babysitter, etc.) to your membership. Please add $10 in dues for each PLUS child and $15 for a PLUS adult.
If you have additional questions on the NCTM Membership program, please call Membership Director Misty Ebel at 704-636-2889, ext. 228 or email
membership@nctrans.org.
The museum's membership program is operated by the N.C. Transportation Museum Foundation, a non-profit group that provides support for preservation efforts and educational programs at the museum. A portion of your membership dues may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax preparer.
The North Carolina Transportation Museum and Foundation rely on your donations to help us acquire and maintain important historical artifacts. And with your help, we can continue to open up the history of transportation to people, old and young.