Visit Port Discovery Children’s Museum via the PlayMakers Program

Port Discovery Children’s Museum is committed to ensuring every child has access to powerful, purposeful play – and as part of that commitment, we’re proud to offer our new PlayMakers program aimed at encouraging people of all backgrounds and circumstances to visit and benefit from Port Discovery Children’s Museum by eliminating cost as a barrier to visiting.

The PlayMakers Program is generously sponsored in part by the Maryland 529 College Savings Plan, Transamerica, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Maryland State Department of Education, the Citizens of Baltimore County, and by the Howard County Arts Council.

How to Redeem PlayMakers Tickets

Through Port Discovery’s PlayMakers program, any Maryland family that qualifies for nutritional assistance and is in possession of a valid EBT/Independence Card or WIC ID can visit Port Discovery for $3 per person (valid for up to 5 tickets per EBT/Independence Card or WIC ID) on any day the Museum is open to the general public.

Children under the age of one enter for free, but you still MUST reserve a ticket for each child visiting. Additional guests age one or older are welcome but must pay the full $23.95 per person admission rate. Walk-ins are welcome but are very limited and not guaranteed.

To visit using the PlayMakers program, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Confirm your eligibility for the PlayMakers program.
  • Step 2: Purchase/reserve your tickets for your visit by going to https://tickets.portdiscovery.org/DateSelection.aspx?item=198 and selecting the PlayMakers Admission rate. Please remember that the $3 per person admission rate is valid for up to 5 tickets per EBT/Independence Card or WIC ID. Note: In order to qualify for this rate, you will need to present a valid Maryland EBT/Independence card or WIC ID when you come for your visit. Remember that children under the age of one enter for free. Additional guests age one or older are welcome but must pay the full $23.95 per person admission rate.
  • Step 3: After reserving your tickets and planning your visit, arrive at the Museum on the day and time that your tickets are valid for. Proceed to the Box Office and provide your ticket confirmation information to the Box Office Associate at the counter. Please also be prepared to present your valid EBT/Independence card or WIC ID plus a valid Photo ID when you arrive for your visit.

PlayMaker Tickets

After confirming your eligibility for the PlayMakers program, purchase your tickets online using the link below. Select the PlayMakers Admission rate for up to 5 tickets per EBT/Independence Card.

Help Make PlayMakers Possible

PlayMakers is made possible thanks to the donations of generous supporters and the work of many community partners.

Help make Playmakers possible by making an online donation.

Contact us with questions about the program and/or information on partnering with Port Discovery. Please contact Emanuel Figueroa, Director of Individual and Community Relations at 410-864-2672 or email playmakers@portdiscovery.org

PlayMakers Partners

Learn more about PlayMakers from these partners:

  • Harriet Lane Clinic at Johns Hopkins​
  • Centro Sol & Hopkins Community Connection​
  • Promise Heights: University of MD School of Social Work ​
  • The Esperanza Center​
  • The Center for Urban Families ​
  • Family League of Baltimore

FAQ

Port Discovery’s PlayMakers program is made possible thanks to the support of generous donors, funders, and partners. Please join us in thanking these partners for their support!

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