Indulge in the Benefits and Become a Member

The stories started here, in Hannibal, Missouri. The experiences and memories that Samuel Clemens took from this small river town became a part of American Culture through his writings as Mark Twain. We invite you to become a part of the legacy of this great author.

Become a member of the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum. By doing so you will receive many benefits, and you will also help the Mark Twain Home Foundation preserve and protect Twain’s legacy. Your membership, combined with others will ensure that future generations will be able to come through exhibits and educational programs.

  • Free Admission

    to all museum properties for one (individual level) or 2 adults and minor children living in the same household (household level and above).

  • 10% Discount

    at the three museum gift shops and special promotions during the year. Some exceptions apply.

  • Fence Painter Newsletter

    quarterly subscription.

  • Free or Reduced Fees

    for special events and programs.

  • Member Previews

    of new exhibits.

  • Membership Swap Benefits

    at the St. Joseph Museum, the National Toy and Miniature Museum in Kansas City, and the History Museum on the Square in Springfield.

“When I am king, they shall not have bread and shelter only, but also teachings out of books, for a full belly is little worth where the mind is starved."

- The Prince and the Pauper

Membership Levels

$25

Individual

$50

Household

(2 or more)

$100

Apprentice

FOUR free admission tickets for friends and family.

$250

Journeyman

TWO free admission tickets PER VISIT for friends and family upon request.

Included in Annual Report.

$500

Reporter

FOUR free admission tickets PER VISIT for friends and family upon request.

Included in Annual Report.

$1,000

Club Pilot

SIX free admission tickets PER VISIT for friends and family upon request.

Included in Annual Report.

Private guided tour for a party of up to twelve.

$2,500

River Pilot

Free admission tickets for ALL accompanying guests.

Included in Annual Report.

TWO private guided tours or programs for a party of up to twelve.