In-school educational programs that meet National and State curriculum science standards. Programs are provided to schools in 24 counties across East Tennessee, helping teachers expand their existing science curriculum with hands-on learning.

In-museum field trip opportunities for up to 90 students per trip. Includes a curriculum-based educational program chosen by the teacher, as well as a planetarium show and play on the exhibit floor.

Up to two hours of educational programming, presented at a school. The program includes five interactive stations demonstrating the value of hands-on STEAM learning, designed with the entire family in mind.

A reduced-cost, year-long Muse Membership for families receiving public income-related assistance. This $20 membership grants unlimited access to Muse Knoxville.

PMHeld the fourth Friday of each month, our Chilhowee Park location offers free admission and planetarium shows from 5PM-7PM, ensuring our museum is accessible to all families within our community.

In partnership with regional Pre K – 5th schools, Muse Knoxville offers professional development workshops for local early childhood and STEAM educators to address our community’s urgent curriculum needs.

Your generous contributions to the Muse for All fund extend far beyond programmatic support. They serve as the foundation of our museum’s day-to-day operations, enabling us to maintain our facilities, ensuring top-notch safety standards, and providing essential resources for our dedicated staff.

• Text Recognition in Muse marketing materials, including Monthly Calendar and eNewsletter, Annual Report, and Muse Website
• Recognition on the Annual Donor Feature in the museum

• One-time Recognition with a Company Bio and Recognition as a Corporate Partner on Muse’s Social Media (Facebook and Twitter)
• Text Recognition in Muse marketing materials, including Monthly Calendar and eNewsletter, Annual Report, and Muse Website
• Recognition on the Annual Donor Feature in the museum

• 10% Discount on ALL Muse Memberships (including gift memberships) for employees with ID
• Quarterly Recognition with a Company Bio and Recognition as a Corporate Partner on Muse’s Social Media
• Logo Recognition in Muse marketing materials, including Monthly Calendar and eNewsletter, Annual Report, and Muse Website
• Recognition on the Annual Donor Feature in the museum

• Sponsorship of a mutually agreed upon week which recognizes your corporation’s contribution to the Museum through signage that will draw attention to your sponsorship (includes employee volunteer opportunities)
• One Complimentary Family Fun Corporate Day at the museum for employees 
• 25% Discount on ALL Muse Memberships (including gift memberships) for employees with ID 
• Quarterly Recognition with a Company Bio and Recognition as a Corporate Partner on Muse’s Social Media
• Logo Recognition in Muse marketing materials, including Monthly Calendar and eNewsletter, Annual Report, and Muse Website
• Recognition on the Annual Donor Feature in the museum

• Sponsorship of a mutually agreed upon week which recognizes your corporation’s contribution to the Museum through signage that will draw attention to your sponsorship (includes employee volunteer opportunities)
• One Complimentary Family Fun Corporate Day at the museum for employees 
• 50% Discount on ALL Muse Memberships (including gift memberships) for employees with ID
• Quarterly Recognition with a Company Bio and Recognition as a Corporate Partner on Muse’s Social Media
• Logo Recognition in Muse marketing materials, including Monthly Calendar and eNewsletter, Annual Report, and Muse Website
• Recognition on the Annual Donor Feature in the museum

• Gift Cards
• Silent Auction Gifts and Services​

Consumables​:

• ​Construction Paper
• Paper Tubes
• Tape (all kinds)
• Pipe Cleaners
• Wrapping Paper
• Wire
• Glue Sticks
• Wiggly Eyes
• Wooden Spools
• Drinking straws

• Carpentry
  
• Electrician
  
• Painting

• Make a General Donation
• We’re always looking for more volunteers! Check out our Volunteer page on Volunteer East Tennessee for our current opportunities.
• Donate to Makespace! Muse cannot accept the following items as donations to Makespace at this time: Paint, Paintbrushes, Old Costumes, Fabric, Yarn, Ribbon, Used Markers, Used Crayons, Gigantic Wallpaper Rolls, Jewelry making beads/string, Glitter, Glitter Glue, Sequins, or Plastic Bags.