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Use your Admission Pass to Visit!
THE
TAYLOR
SCHOLARS
AWARDS
PROGRAM
The Taylor Scholars Awards Program rewards Louisiana students for academic excellence!
The program is open to all Louisiana students in grades 6 through 12, whether attending public, private,
or parochial schools.
Complimentary admission for the Taylor Scholars and up to four guests on Taylor Family Free Days.
TAYLOR SCHOLARS BENEFITS
Unlimited complimentary admission for one year for the Taylor Scholars and two guests.
10% off select items in Audubon and NOMA gift shops.
NOMA
Saturday June 29th, 2024
Audubon Aquarium
Tuesday August 6th, 2024
2024 Taylor Family Free Days:
Thank you to the Patrick F. Taylor Foundation for making this program possible.
Audubon Nature Institute and New Orleans Museum of Art are proud to partner with the Foundation to honor and recognize students for their exceptional academic achievements.
Taylor Scholars Awards Program FAQs
How do students qualify?
Students in grades 6-12 at participating schools who earn a 2.5 GPA or greater are eligible to receive a Taylor Scholar Awards Certificate. Schools issue the certificates to qualifying students near the end of each school year.
How do I use my Taylor Scholars award?
The Taylor Scholars Admission Pass is intended for the named student plus an accompanying parent or other adult. For everyday visits, check in with the Member Services team at the entry gate, and present your Taylor Scholars Admission Pass and your student ID. Please note: the Taylor Scholars Admission Pass cannot be used when visiting with a school group. For school group visits, the student must be included with the group reservation and group payment. For more information on booking a school group, please see Groups & Field Trips - New Orleans, LA - Audubon Nature Institute
What is Taylor Family Free Day?
Each year NOMA and Audubon host one Family Free Day, when students may bring up to four guests on this day. In 2024, NOMA will host the Family Free Day on Saturday, June 29th. Audubon Aquarium will host the Family Free Day on Tuesday, August 6th.
Can I use my Taylor Scholars admission pass in other months?
If Taylor Students and their families would like to visit outside the months of August, January, and February, we do offer a full-year Membership at a discounted rate. Please call or speak with our Membership team for more details.
Does my school participate in the Taylor Scholars Awards Program?
Send your inquiry to TaylorAwards@bellsouth.net
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Please present the original admission pass with the student and school name imprinted. Please also be prepared to present student ID. We are not able to accept blank passes, digital photos of the pass, nor can we replace lost passes. Taylor admission passes are not transferable, and are for the named student only. Student must be present to obtain entry ticket.
How Principals, Teachers, Counselors and School Officials can Participate
Questions about the Taylor Scholars Awards Program, please email TaylorAwards@bellsouth.net.
Visit each facility's site for full redemption details.
*Please note: Special events and exhibits at participating institutions may require advance ticket reservations if they are capacity controlled by entry time. For everyday visits, simply check in at the admission gate with your Taylor card and Student ID. Taylor Student Award Certificate is not valid for school group visits.
