Because the Heard Museum highlights the artwork of southwestern Native Americans, those with Native American heritage are always able to enter the museum free of charge. Children under the age of six are also free. Admission for adults is $10.

Gating must be part of a development’s initial plan. If not included, 100 percent of the property owners must agree to pay for the added the installation. Costs are high as the streets have to be purchased from the city so non-gated neighborhoods usually stay that way.