The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) Mississippi Museum of Natural Science (MMNS) is proud to participate in the 2026 Blue Star Museums program, offering free admission to currently serving U.S. military personnel and up to five family members from now until September 7, 2026.
Through the Blue Star Museums program, military families are invited to spend the summer exploring Mississippi’s incredible wildlife, interactive exhibits, scenic trails, and outdoor experiences at the museum and LeFleur’s Bluff State Park.
“We are honored to welcome military families to the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science through the Blue Star Museums program,” said Angel Rohnke, MMNS Director. “This initiative is a meaningful way to thank those who serve our country while providing opportunities for families to connect with Mississippi’s natural resources, conservation, and outdoor recreation.”
Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families in collaboration with the Department of Defense and participating museums across America.
The free admission program is available for currently serving members of the United States military, including the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard, Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, and NOAA Commissioned Corps, along with up to five family members.
Qualified visitors must present one of the following forms of identification for entry into a participating Blue Star Museum:
- Geneva Convention common access card (CAC)
- DD Form 1173 ID card (dependent ID)
- DD Form 1173-1 ID card
- Next Generation Uniformed Services (Real) ID card
For more information and a complete list of participating museums, visit Blue Star Museums.
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