To select a museum, click “Details/Reserve”, then select which Pass to reserve.
American Heritage Museum
568 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749
978-562-9182 https://www.americanheritagemuseum.org/
[Details/Reserve]
The American Heritage Museum, located in Hudson, MA, is dedicated to military history. Exhibits examine conflicts from the Revolutionary War through 9/11 and the “War on Terror.” A good portion of the museum is focused on the sizable Littlefield collection, which includes many rare items from the U.S. and other countries. Among other artifacts, visitors to the museum will encounter aircraft, tanks, guns, and automobiles, some dating from the beginning of the 20th century.
Categories: Family, History, Military
Pass Benefits
Use this pass to get 1/2 price admission for up to six (6) visitors.
Good on General Admission only, not valid for special event weekends or driving or ride experiences. Visit their website at AmericanHeritageMuseum.org for regular admission rates and museum schedules and events.
EcoTarium
222 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA 01604
508-929-2700 http://www.ecotarium.org/
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The EcoTarium is a unique indoor-outdoor museum in Worcester, MA. Set in an urban oasis, the museum offers a chance to walk through the treetops, take a multimedia journey through the galaxy at a digital planetarium, meet wildlife, stroll nature trails, and get hands-on with family-friendly exhibits.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science
Pass Benefits
This library coupon provides half off admission to the Ecotarium for up to 2 adults and 2 children in one vehicle. There is no charge for children under 2.
The Hall at Patriot Place
One Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035
508-698-4800 http://www.thehallatpatriotplace.com/
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The Hall at Patriot Place is an interactive museum and home to the New England Patriots Hall of Fame. Located next to Gillette Stadium, the Hall’s ten galleries tell the story of the team through interactive exhibits, video, and historic artifacts. A feature is the film Patriots Way, which plays on a 45-foot wide panoramic screen in a 150-seat theatre. A shop selling exclusive Patriots merchandise is on the premises.
Categories: Family, History, Sports
Pass Benefits
Pass allows free admission for 2 guests. Also allows 15% off at the Patriots ProShop and 15% off at CBS Scene Restaurant.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
25 Evans Way, Boston, MA 02115
617-566-1401 http://www.gardnermuseum.org/home/
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The Gardner Museum houses the collection of Isabella Stewart Gardner, a local patron of the arts who died in 1924, in a building she commissioned to look like a 15th century Venetian palazzo. The center of the original building showcases courtyard plantings that reflect the seasons as they evolve throughout the year. In addition to her collection, which remains displayed exactly she arranged it per her will, there are changing exhibitions, concerts, lectures, family events, and an artist-in-residence program. In 2012, the museum opened an addition designed by Renzo Piano that houses a space for their concert series.
Categories: Art, Family, Music
Pass Benefits
To visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum using the Library museum pass must have a timed ticket (from https://www.gardnermuseum.org/visit) AND the printed museum pass from the Library. To redeem the museum pass online and get the discounted rate when you buy the timed ticket use this promo code MPP76077UL or call the box office at 617-278-5156.
Each library pass admits up to 4 adults for $5. 00 each (General Admission only). Children under the age of 18 are always free.
The physical pass may be picked up after you've made the pass reservation, and your library card must be presented to check out. The pass is only good for the date you've made the reservation for. The pass does not have to be returned to the Library.
This library pass provides up to four people with $5.00 admission to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. Children under the age of 18 are not included in the admission count and are always admitted free.
Massachusetts State Parks (Department of Conservation and Recreation)
251 Causeway Street, Suite 900, Boston, MA 02114-2104
617-626-1250 http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/
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The Massachusetts State Parks have locations in all regions of the Commonwealth, from Pittsfield to Boston, and from Gloucester to Provincetown. They include beaches, wooded parks, parkways, and reservoirs, each with its own unique activities and amenities like hiking, biking, swimming and boating, camping, and more.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Recreation
Pass Benefits
The Massachusetts ParksPass entitles the bearer to free parking for one carload of visitors at over 50 facilities in the MA State Parks system that charge a day-use parking fee, including parking at Purgatory Chasm and the Douglas State Forest (Wallum Lake).
Massachusetts State Police Museum & Learning Center
1 Memorial Square, Whitinsville, MA 01588
508-839-0001 https://www.mspmlc.org/
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The Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center is located on the site of an old state police barracks built in 1931 in in Grafton, MA. Visitors may explore the agency's past, as well as learn about current law enforcement methods and public safety efforts. Exhibits include a range of State Police-related items and historic memorabilia.
Categories: Children, Family, History
Pass Benefits
Pass admits 2 adults to the Museum and Learning Center. Children under age 16 are always free.
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
11 French Drive, Boylston, MA 01505-0598
508-869-6111 https://www.nebg.org/
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Located in Boylston, MA, and open year-round, the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill features carefully planned gardens and collections of ornamental, edible and native plants, with a number of trails that traverse the 132-acre property. In addition, there are many programs and events, including classes, lectures, art exhibits and concerts. The Garden is run by the Worcester County Horticultural Society, the third oldest active horticultural society in the United States.
Categories: Art, Crafts, Family, Nature
Pass Benefits
One museum pass admits two general admissions at half-price.
Pass may be picked up after noon the day before use if available. Pass must be returned by 10 am on the day after use.
Pass is not usable for special events.
YOU DO NOT NEED TO PURCHASE TIME TICKETS AHEAD OF TIME, however, it is recommended, especially if you are planning your visit during the weekend. To purchase timed tickets with library pass, please follow the instructions below:
1. Reserve a library pass by clicking below.
2. Call us at 508-865-8752 and we will give you a code to use to reserve a ticket.
3. Go online and reserve your timed ticket via Tower Hill at https://nebg.org/planyourvisit/. Print out your reservation, if you do not have a mobile device you will be bringing with you to show your ticket.
4. Call the library and arrange to pick up your library pass the day before or the day of use.
5. Pick up your library pass.
6. Bring the library pass to Tower Hill at your time of entry. You will show it to the gate attendant along with your ticket (which you have either printed already or will present on your mobile device.)
7. Return the library pass after your visit.
Roger Williams Park Zoo
1000 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02907
401-785-3510 http://www.rwpzoo.org/
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Founded in 1872, the 40-acre zoo is one of the nation’s oldest. It’s home to over 100 species of rare and interesting animals from all over the world presented in naturalistic settings, including many endangered species. Themed programs and events are offered throughout the year, some of them focused on hands-on conservation. Nearby, within the park, is an operational Victorian-style carousel.
Categories: Children, Family, Zoo
Pass Benefits
The library pass provides a discounted admission of $3.00 off for any combination of 4 adults, seniors, and/or children.
The Willard House & Clock Museum
11 Willard Street, North Grafton, MA 01536
508-839-3500 http://www.willardhouse.org/
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The Willard House is one of Grafton's oldest buildings and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was constructed in the early 1700s by Joseph Willard. Four of his grandsons became well-known clockmakers, working in the western part of the state. The museum, founded in 1969, features the world's largest collection of clocks made by the Willards, displayed in period room settings in the 1718 Joseph Willard homestead, the 1766 Benjamin Willard Clock Manufactory and three modern galleries. In addition to more than 90 Willard clocks, there are also Willard family portraits and furnishings; Colonial, Federal and Empire period furniture; antique Oriental rugs; 19th century women's costumes; 18th century American and English pewter; Victorian dolls and doll furniture; military and hunting weapons; Nipmuc Indian artifacts; and original documents signed by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. The Willard House offers guided tours, which last approximately an hour, and are conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Categories: Family, History, Technology
Pass Benefits
Pass admits 2 adults free of charge.
Worcester Art Museum
55 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609
508-799-4406 http://www.worcesterart.org/
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The Worcester Art Museum is recognized for its 35,000-piece collection of paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, photography, prints, drawings and new media created over the last 5 millennia. Works include those by El Greco, Monet, Rembrandt, Gauguin, van Gogh, Renoir, Cézanne, Picasso, Copley, Gilbert Stuart, Paul Revere, and Nam June Paik. Special exhibitions showcase the masterworks, seldom-seen gems, and important works on loan—including some contemporary art. Of note are the floor mosaics from the ancient city of Antioch (Syria) in the entrance, the Japanese print collection, and the “Arms and Armor” collection. There is a café, museum shop, and library on the premises.
Categories: Art, Family, History, Military
Pass Benefits
This library pass card admits 2 adults/ 2 children for 1/2 the price of regular general admission. Children age 3 and under are always free.
*Not valid during Special events including Flora in Winter.
You must also purchase a timed ticket for your visit from https://www.worcesterart.org/tickets/ use code LIBPASS to get the Library pass discount. You must still bring the physical library pass with you.