Rockwell's inspirational painting is displayed at the museum and is also reproduced on the museum patch and other official museum information as a symbol of the endearing values that support Scouting. The National Scouting Museum originally operated in North Brunswick, New Jersey, from 1959 to 1979. The selection of the campus of Murray State University occured when the national office was moved to Irving, Texas. All members recieve an embroidered and dated collectable membership patch and handsome museum membership card. All members receive a 10 percent discout at the museum's gift shop.
All members receive a complementary admission to the museum.
Group rates and special discounts are available for senior citizens, Scouts, Scouters, and school groups. Additional fees apply to Gateway Park. It is closed on Mondays, Easter Sunday, and Thanksgiving Day FOOD Snack and soda machines arelocted in the canteen refreshment area. Visitors may bring food with them to eat in the Canteen or at the outdoor picnic areas. The Canteen is the only area where food and drink are allowed.