Five Star Gift Ideas

Museums can be a great source of inspiration for many people, and for your mom, they seem to be a favorite pastime. Here are some gift ideas that may be perfect for her next birthday:

1. Annual Pass to a Favorite Museum: If your mom enjoys visiting museums on a regular basis, consider purchasing her an annual pass to one of her favorite museums. This way she can visit as often as she likes and doesn't have to worry about buying individual tickets each time.

2. Membership to Museums with Reciprocal Benefits: If your mom is a frequent museum-goer, a membership to a museum with reciprocal benefits might be a great idea. Many museums have agreements with other museums across the country or even internationally that allow their members to visit for free or at a discounted rate. This will give your mom the chance to broaden her horizons and visit new museums without having to spend as much money.

3. Virtual Museum Tours: Many museums now offer virtual tours that allow visitors to view exhibitions and collections from the comfort of their own home. Consider printing out a list of virtual tours your mom might enjoy and set up a time to watch them together. Alternatively, you can get her a VR headset which will allow her to take a museum tour in a more immersive way.

4. Art Supplies: If your mom is a fan of art, she might enjoy using her museum visits as inspiration for her own creations. Consider buying her an art kit, art supplies, sketchbook, or a set of quality paint brushes so that she can experiment with her own style.

5. Museum Books: Many museums have their own publications, exhibition catalogs, and coffee table books available for purchase. Consider buying some books for your mom that feature the artwork, collections, or exhibitions from a museum she has visited, loved or has been talking about.

6. A Museum Trip: You can also always plan a trip to a new city or country to visit museums together. You can do your research ahead of time to ensure the museums you plan to visit cover your mom's areas of interest.

In summary, there is a multitude of great gift ideas for a mom who loves museum visits. Whether it's a museum membership, virtual exhibits, art supplies, museum books or an actual trip to these locations, your mom will appreciate your thoughtful gesture.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”