Your Visit to the High Desert Museum
Are you planning ahead? You can purchase admission e-tickets to be emailed directly to you in advance! While we have plenty of capacity for walk-ins and advance ticketing is not required, you can speed up the admission process by purchasing your tickets early. Your tickets are good for the whole day. Please print or download your tickets prior to arrival and present them at admissions for entry.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
NOTE: Raptors of the Desert Sky tickets are available for purchase on the day of at Admissions only. Learn more.
ID for discounts and memberships will be checked upon arrival. Discounts are applicable to Admission tickets only and do not apply to special events or memberships.
Summer Hours & Rates
March 1 to October 31
Daily 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
General: $24
Senior (65-plus): $19
College Student (with I.D.): $19
Child (ages 3-12): $13
2 and younger free
Closed July Fourth
Winter Hours & Rates
November 1 to February 28
Daily 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
General: $20
Senior (65 plus): $17
College Student (with I.D.): $17
Child (ages 3-12): $12
2 and younger free
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
Discounts & Access Programs
For AAA Discounts, use the code AAA at checkout. For Retired Military Discounts, use the code Military at checkout.
The High Desert Museum offers several programs including Discovery Passes, Blue Star Museum entry and Museums For All (EBT/SNAP/WIC). Visit the Museum at any time or learn more about access programs.
Dining
Want a bite to eat? Rimrock Café is open daily, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Featuring specialty salads, sandwiches and kid-friendly plates, the café is located next to Silver Sage Trading. Eat inside during the colder months or outside on the patio during the summer.
Shopping
Looking for a special something to remember us by? Silver Sage Trading is open daily, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. From books to stuffed animals to arts and crafts, there’s a gift for everyone.
Museum Map
Want to know where to go? Download the Museum map and discover what’s in store for you during your Museum visit. We are constantly changing exhibitions, so check with Admissions for more details and up-to-date information.