Become A Member

When you become a Kalmar Nyckel Foundation member, you support our education programs for children, maintain Kalmar Nyckel, and can enjoy the benefits of membership.

Membership Benefits

Become a member and explore our exhibits with our in-depth audio tour. Enjoy the benefits below as well as free and discounted events throughout the year.

  • Free weekend tours of the Copeland Maritime Center and the Kalmar Nyckel
  • 10% discount on sail passes, merchandise, and special programs
  • Kalmar Nyckel Foundation Newsletters (email)

ABBA Tribute Ticket Drawing

Join or renew your KNF membership by August 8, 2025 to be automatically entered to win one pair of great tickets to Direct From Sweden The Music of ABBA (tribute band) at The Grand Opera House in Wilmington, DE on September 4 at 8:00pm.

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Membership Tiers

  • Student/Volunteer/Senior ($40 or 2-yr. $75) Open to students, Kalmar Nyckel Foundation active volunteers, and seniors 65+. All membership benefits for 1 person (listed above).
  • Individual ($60 or 2-yr. $95) All membership benefits for 1 adult (listed above).
  • Family ($85 or 2-yr. $145) All membership benefits for 2 adults and up to 4 children or grandchildren under 18 years of age.
  • Supporting ($250 or 2-yr. $450) The benefits of a Family Membership plus 2 sail passes.
  • Crown and Anchor Society ($1,000-$2,499) The benefits of a Supporting Membership, two additional sail passes, plus invitations to special Crown and Anchor events, Crown and Anchor lapel pin and free admission to all Council of American Maritime Museums (CAMM).
  • Navigator's Circle ($2,500 to $4,999) Our Navigator's Circle honors supporters who give $2,500 or more in a year with opportunities to attend special events with the Kalmar Nyckel Foundation community as well as exclusive benefits. 
  • Admiral’s Circle ($5,000 and above) Donors who give at this leadership level receive Navigator’s Circle benefits. We are grateful for this very generous  support.
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For more information, please contact us or call 302.429.7447.