TMORA strives to give meaningful access to all people.  Recognizing that museums and cultural institutions come with a complex mix of barriers to audience participation, TMORA participates in multiple access programs to deepen engagement and build community.

Indigenous Peoples Admission

TMORA honors all Indigenous peoples by providing them with free admission.

Caregiver Pass

TMORA provides free admission to those who are here to serve others.  Adults and youth that require assistance to experience the museum do not pay to bring their PCA, interpreter, or other caregivers.

Educator/Chaperone Pass

TMORA provides free admission to those who are accompanying school tours.

Free Nights at TMORA

As part of our commitment to accessibility and inclusivity, The Museum of Russian Art offers Free Nights four times a year—once every season. These special evenings provide an opportunity for everyone in our community to enjoy TMORA’s exhibitions and galleries free of charge.

Free Nights are held quarterly, with dates carefully selected to align with the Museum’s changing exhibitions. Check our Events Calendar for upcoming Free Night dates and details.

Blue Star Museum

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 museums across America, offering free admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve.

The Blue Star Museums program is active from Armed Forces Day to Labor Day.

The free admission program is available for those currently serving in the United States Military–Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard–including Reservists, National Guardsman (regardless of status), U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and up to five family members. Qualified members must show a Geneva Convention common access card (CAC), DD Form 1173 ID card (dependent ID), or a DD Form 1173-1 ID card for entrance into a participating Blue Star Museum.

The 2025 program will begin on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 17, 2025, and run through Labor Day, September 1, 2025.

Museums for All

Museums for All is a national, branded access program that encourages individuals of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum habits.  This program provides free admission to qualifying individuals and their dependents during regular TMORA museum hours.  Fees for any special programs or events are not included.  EBT cards are not accepted as payment.  To qualify for Museums for All, you must be enrolled in one of the programs listed below.  Simply show the approved documentation along with proof of residency at the same address as the beneficiary recipient

TANF (temporary assistance for needy families), MFIP (MN family Investment Program), SNAP (supplemental nutrition assistance program), MFAP (MN Food Assistance Program), WIC (Women, Infants, and Children Program, MN Headstart, General Assistance, Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Benefits, Food Stamps / EBT Card, RCA card (Refugee Cash Assistance), Section 8, Free/Reduced Price School Meals

Additional Access Opportunities

TMORA is committed to making art and culture accessible to all. Visitors eligible for our access programs — including Indigenous Peoples, Caregivers, Educators/Chaperones, Museums for All participants, and Blue Star families — are always welcome to visit the Museum free of charge. Upon request, these guests may also receive complimentary access to events where TMORA Members receive free admission, such as exhibition openings. For more information or to request access, please contact Michelle Massey, Director of Public Programs & Marketing: [email protected]