Free College Student Membership FAQs
Become a College Student Member - FAQs
How did this campaign come about?
This marks the second free membership campaign the Frazier has launched since 2020. That October, in an effort to help downtown reemerge from the pandemic, the Frazier gifted free membership (through October 2021) to everyone who lives in the twelve-county area surrounding Louisville—no strings attached.
“In phase one of our free membership campaign, we found that lifelong learners in particular were interested in museum membership,” Frazier president and CEO Andy Treinen said. “So, in phase two, we’re extending the offer to college students. Our hope is that, after they graduate, they’ll remain part of the Frazier family for years to come.”
Who is eligible?
If you’re enrolled as a student at a college or university in either Kentucky or Indiana, and you have a planned graduation date, you’re eligible. All colleges and universities located in Kentucky or Indiana, private and public alike, are included. The list includes UofL, UK, Bellarmine, Spalding, JCTC, Sullivan, Simmons, EKU, WKU, IU, IUS, and hundreds of other colleges and universities.
Am I eligible if I am a member based student (no set graduation date) who attends a college/university within KY or IN?
Only students who are attending a college or university within KY or IN who have an anticipated graduation date are eligible for this program. All other students may become a member at any of our paid levels, memberships start at $20. These levels also include more benefits such as discounts on parking and in our museum store.
Am I eligible if I am a student who attends a college/university outside of KY or IN but live in those states?
Only students who are attending a college or university within KY or IN are eligible for this program. All other students may become a member at any of our paid levels, memberships start at $20. These levels also include more benefits such as discounts on parking and in our museum store.
Am I eligible if I am an online student of a college/university outside of KY or IN but live in those states?
Only students who are attending a college or university within KY or IN are eligible for this program. All other students may become a member at any of our paid levels, memberships start at $20. These levels also include more benefits such as discounts on parking and in our museum store.
What about faculty and staff?
The Frazier offers corporate and college membership packages that include all faculty and staff. Colleges and universities interested in learning more can reach out to our membership and database administrator, Amanda Egan, at aegan@fraziermuseum.org.
What are the benefits of a membership?
The benefits of a college student membership are:
Free general admission for one adult
Subscription to Frazier Weekly email
Smithsonian Affiliate membership upgrade available for $15
How can I purchase the Smithsonian Upgrade?
The Smithsonian Affiliate membership upgrade is available for $15. College Student members who are interested in upgrading can reach out to our membership and database administrator, Amanda Egan, at aegan@fraziermuseum.org.
What exhibitions are showing?
A notable temporary exhibition is Kentucky Rivalries, open now through December. From archrival teams like the Cats and the Cards to dueling editors, competing caves, and beefing barbecues, Kentucky Rivalries celebrates the most iconic conflicts in the Bluegrass State.
Of the permanent exhibitions, The Commonwealth: Divided We Fall depicts the lives of everyday Kentuckians from the Ice Age to the present: visitors learn about Shawnee storytellers, Choctaw students, trappers and frontierswomen, freedom seekers and abolitionists, Confederate and Union soldiers, trade unionists and women’s suffragists, Appalachian coal miners, and corn and tobacco farmers. The pop culture–themed Cool Kentucky spotlights inventors, entrepreneurs, artists, craftsmen, scientists, chefs, musicians, and other notable figures from the Bluegrass State. Other permanent exhibitions include The Founder’s Gallery, The Spirit of Kentucky®, The Lewis and Clark Experience, The Stewart Historic Miniatures Collection, and the film KentuckyShow!
What if I am already a member at a paying level?
We are grateful for your investment in the Museum as the place where the world meets Kentucky. Your support and confidence in our work means so much to us. Thank you for believing in our mission of igniting the human spirit through thoughtfully-crafted stories, sparking curiosity about our past and our connection to the future. Once your membership is up for renewal, and you are still an eligible student, you may switch over to the College Student Membership program at that time.
How long is the free membership active?
Memberships are active for an annual time period. (Example: If you purchase on January 4, 2023, your membership will need to be renewed by January 31, 2024)
If you activate your membership as a college student, you may renew each year until your graduation date. At that point, if you’d like to remain a member, you can renew as a paying member. The Individual Membership, which currently costs $20 and lasts one year, includes the free college student member benefits—plus discounts for parking and Museum Store purchases.
What if I graduate within a year of activating my membership?
Congratulations on your graduation! If your college student membership was purchased within a year of your graduation date, your membership will be set to expire at the end of the month of your graduation date.
Can I activate my membership at the admissions desk upon my arrival?
We request that college students interested in becoming members activate their membership online before visiting the museum. Be prepared to provide your school name, current year, anticipated graduation date, and student ID upon receiving your welcome email in order to confirm your membership.
I do not have a Google account, so how can I access the activation form from the welcome email?
Please reach out to our membership and database administrator, Amanda Egan, at aegan@fraziermuseum.org for the form questions and requirements.
What do proceeds from paid memberships support?
The Frazier History Museum encompasses everything Kentucky—its heritage, people, industries, and culture. Proceeds from memberships, admissions, group sales, and facility rentals support the museum’s exhibitions and educational programs, including free or reduced admission for Title 1 students; Frazier Weekly, the “Let’s Talk: Bridging the Divide” series; summer, fall, and winter camps; guided tours, guest engagements, and Stories in Mind, which brings the Frazier into long-term care communities.
Who do I contact if I have additional questions?
Contact the Membership Office at membership@fraziermuseum.org or (502) 412-2263.
How will I receive my membership card?
Once your membership is activated, your membership card will be available to you electronically by signing into your account.
For any additional questions on our membership program or if you would like to upgrade in order to include an additional adult and children under the age of 18, please contact our membership and database administrator, Amanda Egan, at aegan@fraziermuseum.org or (502) 412-2263.