Taylor Scholars Awards Program
The Taylor Scholars Awards Program is a statewide program that rewards students in grades 6 through 12 with a GPA of 2.5 or higher with free access to New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA), Audubon Aquarium, and Audubon Zoo. The program is open to all Louisiana students in grades 6 through 12, whether attending public, private, or parochial schools.
Taylor Scholars receive:
- Unlimited FREE admission for one year for the Taylor Scholar and two guests at all times the facilities are open to the public.
- 10% off select items in Audubon and NOMA gift shops.
- Free admission for the Taylor Scholar and up to four guests on Taylor Family Free Day.
When are Taylor Family Free Days? Click Here.
Thank you to the Patrick F. Taylor Foundation for making this program possible. Audubon Nature Institute is proud to partner with the Foundation to recognize students for their academic achievements and offer students the opportunity to explore nature, connect with friends and family safely, and visit with their favorite animals.
Taylor Scholars Awards Program FAQs
How do I reserve Taylor Scholar tickets?
- Taylor Scholars can bring their Taylor Awards Certificate and School ID to the Zoo or Aquarium to obtain tickets.
- Taylor Scholars may call (504) 861-5105 to reserve tickets in advance.
Please note, Audubon’s facilities are currently operating with limited capacity in accordance with guidelines from City and State officials. We may sell out on our busiest days, and walk-ups such as Taylor Scholars may need to wait for an available time slot.
When is Taylor Family Free Day?
- Click Here to learn when Taylor Family Free Days are.
Lost Your Taylor Membership Card?
- If the Taylor Award Certificate is lost, please bring you their 3rd quarter report card with a photo ID to Audubon Zoo or Audubon Aquarium to request a new Taylor Awards Certificate. The Taylor Awards Certificate will be used to gain free tickets to Audubon Zoo and Audubon Aquarium.
Qualifications for Students (Grades 6-12):
- All students earning a 2.5 and higher GPA during the 2022-22 school year will receive free admission to NOMA, Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Zoo. Taylor Scholars receive free admission for themselves and two guests. The student’s school must participate in the program in order for the student to be eligible.
Does my school participate in the Taylor Scholars Awards Program?
Send your inquiry to TaylorAwards@bellsouth.net.
A. Taylor Scholars receive FREE admission for the Taylor Scholar and two guests at available times the facilities are open to the public. Taylor Scholars should bring their Taylor Scholars Awards certificate to Audubon Zoo or Aquarium Membership window to visit.
A. Go to https://www.taylorawardsprogram.com/ to learn when this semester's Taylor Family Free Days are.
A. If the Taylor Award Certificate is lost, please bring you their 3rd quarter report card with a photo ID to Audubon Zoo or Audubon Aquarium to request a new Taylor Awards Certificate. The Taylor Awards Certificate will be used to gain free tickets to Audubon Zoo and Audubon Aquarium.
A. All students earning a 2.5 and higher GPA during the 2022-22 school year will receive free admission to NOMA, Audubon Aquarium and Audubon Zoo. Taylor Scholars receive free admission for themselves and two guests. The student’s school must participate in the program in order for the student to be eligible.
A. Send your inquiry to TaylorAwards@bellsouth.net.
Principals, Teachers, Counselors
Learn how your school can participate in the Taylor Scholars Awards Program for the current School Year by visiting www.TaylorAwardsProgram.com.
