PLAN YOUR VISIT

Admission

Admission to the Children’s Museum & Science Center is $6 per person, and it is free to visit the Maria V. Howard Art Center. Admission on Sundays is free to all City of Rocky Mount residents.

Art Gallery

• Free

Children’s Museum

• $6.00 | Purchase tickets online
• Infants Under 2 are admitted for Free
• Free admission for Rocky Mount residents on Sundays with valid picture id

Theater Shows

• Tickets are $11.00 for Adults, $9.00 for Seniors and Students (with ID), and $7.00 for children 12 and under.
• Season Tickets for the Theater are $45.00 for adults, and $35 for Seniors & Students

Membership

The Imperial Centre is excited to share a new membership that provides admission to the Children’s Museum and discounted rates on theatre productions and gallery shop purchases. Memberships may be purchased through our box office by visiting the Imperial Centre or calling 252-972-1266. Visitors may also purchase memberships online via Etix.

$60 Family pass

• • Includes two adults and minor children living in the same household
  • Includes unlimited admission to the Children’s Museum for one year
  • ASTC passport membership (600 science and nature centers in 50 countries many offer reduced/free admission with passport)
  • Theatre production and gallery shop discount of 15%

$40 Grandparent pass

• • Includes up to two adults and four minor grandchildren per visit
  • Includes unlimited admission to the Children’s Museum for one year
  • ASTC passport membership (600 science and nature centers in 50 countries many offer reduced/free admission with passport)
  • Theatre production and gallery shop discount of 15%

$30 Individual pass

• • Is for one person
  • Includes unlimited admission to the Children’s Museum for one year
  • ASTC passport membership (600 science and nature centers in 50 countries many offer reduced/free admission with passport)
  • Theatre production and gallery shop discount of 15%

Facility Rules

• • Please consult planetarium schedule prior to admission purchase.
  • No running.
  • Parents/Guardian must accompany children at all times.
  • Commercial photography by appointment only (Mondays).
  • Do not harass live animals.
  • No food or drinks allowed beyond the main lobby.
  • Do not climb, stand, or lean on pedestals.
  • Use inside voices at all times.
  • Do not jump on or off of steps.
  • Do not sit, lean or stand on the fountain in the front lobby.
  • Play at your own risk.
  • Your photo may be taken for City of Rocky Mount promotional purposes.
  • Admission stickers must be worn while in the children’s museum.

Photography

The grounds of the Imperial Centre are open to photographers to utilize for portrait and family sessions in addition to artists exploring our historic campus. Many enjoy our campus for infant photos, bridal portraits, family sessions, model portraits, and more. In order to not interfere with the general public we serve, we ask that you be advised of the following:

• • No flash photography in the Art Gallery.
  • No photography of any art.
  • Interior commercial photography on Mondays or by appointment.
  • Exterior photos allowed during operating hours or until dark.
  • Photography sessions may not block walking paths, doorways, or stairs.
  • The facility may not be available during Special Events and Rentals.