Become a Member of ‘Imiloa!
Are you a member yet? If not, you’re missing out on these great benefits and more.
- Free unlimited year-round admission to ‘Imiloa Exhibits and Planetarium shows
- 10% discount on all purchases at the Museum Store and at the Café
- Free subscription to Kilolani, our member newsletter
- Free admission to special members-only events
- Discounts on special programs and workshops
Your membership dues help support important educational programming, diverse exhibits and Planetarium features. Please consider becoming a valued ‘Imiloa member today!
General Membership Categories
Members at the following levels receive general benefits listed above.
- Individual Student or Teacher (with identification) $30
- Individual Adult $45
- Family (2 adults + all children under 17) $65
- Patron (same as Family + 2 guests) $100
- Silver Donor (same as Family + 4 guests) $250
- Gold Donor (same as Family + 6 guests) $500
For information on corporate membership and sponsorship opportunities, please contact ‘Imiloa’s Membership and Development Associate, Nico Schnitzler, at or (808) 969-9732.
Become a member today!
There are three easy ways to join ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center:
- Join by printing out the online membership application (PDF) and faxing it back to us at: (808) 969-9748 ATTN: Roxanne
- Call us at (808) 969-9704 and let us know that you would like to become a member
- Visit ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center at 600 ‘Imiloa Place Hilo, HI 96720
Renew Your Membership with ‘Imiloa
To renew your membership, print the membership application (PDF) and mail or fax to our Membership Department at the address below.
You can also call us at (808) 969-9704 and let us know that you’d like to renew your membership over the phone. We’ll gladly process your membership for you! Be sure to stop by to get your new membership id card and photo taken on your next visit and let us know that you’ve renewed.
Contact Membership
To request additional information or change your mailing or email address, please contact our Membership and Development office.
| Membership and Development Office Hours: | 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Mon.–Fri. |
| Tel: | (808) 969-9732 |
| Fax: | (808) 969-9748 |
| Email: | |
| Mailing Address: |
‘Imiloa Astronomy Center Membership and Development Office 600 ‘Imiloa Place Hilo, HI 96720 |
Expand your knowledge of astronomy and Hawaiian culture.
Become part of a dynamic scientific, cultural and educational community. Help us create a unique visitor experience at 'Imiloa.
Our volunteers work with paid staff and follow a published schedule for training and on-duty hours. We need volunteers to...
• Greet visitors and assist at the front desk
• Work in the store with customers and products
• Serve as docents and interpreters in the exhibit halls
• Help behind the scenes with office work and exhibit maintenance
If you have a strong work ethic and enthusiasm for learning, please apply to become a volunteer! Other desirable qualifications include:
• Knowledge of Hawaiian culture, language and history
• Fluency in Hawaiian, Japanese, or other languages
• Knowledge of astronomy
• Teaching experience and a flair for dramatic speaking
• Technical or artistic skills
Volunteers must be 16 years old or older, must provide their own transportation, and must be able to make a three-month commitment. We offer on-the-job training and many opportunities to expand your skills; volunteers will also be eligible for discounts at 'Imiloa.