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
Four passes; each admits six (6) visitors for half-price:
- Adults: $10
- Children (12 and under): $5
- Seniors (62+): $9
- Active Duty Military (with ID)/Veterans: $9
- 2 & under: FREE
DONATED BY: Friends of the Library
Animal Adventures
336 Sugar Road, Bolton, MA 01740
978-779-8988 http://www.animaladventures.net/
[Details/Reserve]
Begun in 1997, Animal Adventures is a an exotic animal rescue center located in Bolton, MA. These animals are the basis of educational programs and a family-run zoo. Live animal shows take place daily, and private tours of different types of animals may be booked. For more information, please visit the website.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature
Pass Benefits
Pass admits four (4) visitors at 50% discount.
Adult(ages 4+): $8.00
Toddler (age 2-3): $3.50
Infant (under 2): FREE
DONATED BY: the Greater Worcester Community Foundation's Rosemary Davis Memorial Grant
The Butterfly Place
120 Tyngsboro Road, Westford, MA 01886
978-392-0955 https://www.butterflyplace-ma.com/
[Details/Reserve]
A winding pathway through an atrium filled with flowers, koi fish, and quail allows visitors to walk among butterflies from all over the world. Staff members are available for questions and “show and tell” demonstrations. A continuously running video explains the butterfly life cycle, and exhibits enable visitors to observe eggs, caterpillars, cocoons and chrysalides with information about each species. A gift shop is on the premises. There is a public picnic area and free parking is available.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science
Pass Benefits
Fifty (50) coupons; each admits one adult, child, or senior for FREE.
Two (2) passes per family per year.
Normal admission prices are as follows:
- Adults: $14.00
- Seniors (65+): $12.00
- Children (3-12 years): $10.00
- Children (2 and under): FREE
- Check website for other offers and discounts.
DONATED BY: Greater Worcester Community Foundation via the Rosemary Davis Grant
Davis Farmland
145 Redstone Hill, Sterling, MA 01564
978-422-6666 https://www.davisfarmland.com/
[Details/Reserve]
Davis Farmland is a seven-generation, working family farm, continuously in operation since 1846 in Sterling, MA. Starting in 1996, Davis Farmland has provided opportunities for discovery and play to families with children 12 years old and younger. It has a Waterspray Park; Imagine-Acres; Adventureland; interactions with farm animals; and a “Mega Maze” in the fall. It is also home to the largest sanctuary of endangered farm animals in North America. Special events include hands-on reptile shows. Hours change with the season. Shop with food and souvenirs on the premises.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Zoo
Pass Benefits
Passes available for each day of the week; each allows four (4) visitors to enter at a reduced rate ($5 off of prices below).
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SCHEDULE |
DAYS |
ONLINE |
AT GATE |
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SPRING (Apr 35 - Jun 19) |
WED – FRI |
$23.95 |
$27.95 |
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SAT – SUN |
$25.95 |
$29.95 |
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SUMMER (Jun 18 - Sept 5) |
7 DAYS/WEEK |
$31.95 |
$35.95 |
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FALL (Sept 6 - Oct 30) |
THURS – FRI |
$24.95 |
$28.95 |
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SAT – SUN |
$26.95 |
$30.95 |
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COLUMBUS DAY (Oct 10) |
MON |
$26.95 |
$30.95 |
Discovery Museum
177 Main Street, Acton, MA 01720
978-264-4200 http://www.discoveryacton.org/
[Details/Reserve]
Acton's Discovery Museum, located on a 4-acre campus, is aimed at providing an environment in which play becomes a conduit for learning about science, technology, and nature. The museum’s building contains a number of galleries dedicated to teaching scientific concepts in a fun, hands-on environment, as well as themed play spaces for younger visitors. Outdoors, Discovery Woods includes a nature playscape with a cargo net climb, nest swing and beaver lodges, as well as a treehouse with an observation deck and a bouncy bridge. There are opportunities to practice orienteering with provided maps and instructions on trails on the property. A museum shop is on the premises. The museum building is fully ADA compliant, with exhibits based on Universal Design principles.
Categories: Children, Family, Science
Pass Benefits
Passes available for each day of the week; each allows three (3) people to enter at half price admission of $8.50
Reservations are required. Guests may reserve passes on their website and pay with discount upon arrival. Plan your visit here.
DONATED BY: Friends of the Library
EcoTarium
222 Harrington Way, Worcester, MA 01604
508-929-2700 http://www.ecotarium.org/
[Details/Reserve]
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
Pass admits up to two adults and two children in one vehicle at half-price:
- Adults: $9.50
- Children (2 and up): $7
- Student: $7
- Senior: $7.50
- 2 & under: FREE
Advance tickets highly recommended. Tickets are available here.
Face masks recommended for all visitors and required to enter the Alden Planetarium.
DONATED BY: Greater Worcester Community Foundation via the Rosemary Davis Grant
Fitchburg Art Museum
185 Elm Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420
978-345-4207 http://www.fitchburgartmuseum.org/
[Details/Reserve]
The Fitchburg Art Museum is located in the downtown area of Fitchburg, MA. It was founded in 1925 through a bequest of the artist, collector, and educator Eleanor Norcross. Exhibitions are drawn from both its own collections (paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, and decorative arts from the Colonial Period to the present, photography, African art, and ancient Egyptian art) and special loans which primarily focus on regional contemporary art. Important artists represented in the collection include John James Audubon, Thomas Hart Benton, Mary Cassatt, John Singleton Copley, Thomas Eakins, Georgia O'Keeffe, John Singer Sargent, Charles Sheeler, Joseph Stella, and William Zorach.
In 2013, FAM embarked upon an initiative to become New England's first fully bilingual (English/Spanish) art museum.
Categories: Art, Children, Family, History
Pass Benefits
Our library pass offers library patrons free admission to FAM.
The Icon Museum & Study Center
203 Union Street, Clinton, MA 01510
978-598-5000 https://www.iconmuseum.org/
[Details/Reserve]
Housed in a 150-year-old former mill building in Clinton, MA, the Icon Museum and Study Center is the largest collection of icons outside of Russia, and the only one solely dedicated to them in the USA. Three floors of galleries display the permanent collection, with another gallery dedicated to special exhibitions, ranging from contemporary Russian art to icons from other Orthodox cultures. There is a museum shop and a tea room on the premises.
Categories: Art, Family, History
Pass Benefits
Six passes; each admits six (6) visitors for FREE.
Not applicable to special events, programs, or tour groups.
DONATED BY: Friends of the Library
Mass Audubon has over 55 wildlife sanctuaries and centers throughout Massachusetts where visitors can learn about and interact with nature. More than 38,000 acres of protected land deliver inspiring hilltop views to breathtaking coastal landscapes, serene woods, and working farms. Visit their website for a list of locations.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Recreation
Pass Benefits
Each pass admits four (4) visitors to any Mass Audubon location at $2/person over 2.
Find locations via their online location finder. Some sanctuary buildings may have limited hours.
DONATED BY: Greater Worcester Community Foundation via the Rosemary Davis Grant
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/
[Details/Reserve]
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
Pass waives parking fee for one car. Visit website for MA Parks to find a location here.
Certain vehicles do not need a DCR ParksPass. Daily parking fees are waived for vehicles with a:
- Handicapped license plate or placard
- Purple Heart Recipient license plate or placard
- Disabled veteran license plate or placard
The Annual Parking Pass is not valid for camping or at the following locations – Quabbin Reservoir Boat Launch Areas, Squantum Point, North Point or Draw Seven Commuter lots.
Massachusetts residents aged 62 and older can buy a lifetime parking pass. The lifetime Senior ParksPass costs $10. Senior ParksPasses may only be bought in person or by mail.
DONATED BY: Massachusetts Division of State Parks & Recreation
New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
617-973-5200 http://www.neaq.org/
[Details/Reserve]
The New England Aquarium is home to thousands of aquatic animals, from the giant Pacific octopus to Northern fur seals to little blue penguins. They offer a wide range of exhibits, including a shark and ray touch tank and the Giant Ocean Tank, a four-story coral reef featuring hundreds of Caribbean animals. In addition, they have an IMAX theatre and run whale watch boat excursions in partnership with Boston Harbor Cruises from April through November.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science, Ocean
Pass Benefits
This coupon allows 50% off admission to the New England Aquarium for up to 4 visitors.
Please visit neaq.org/coupons for details.
Only applies to adult and child pricing. Valid only for Aquarium admission. This coupon does not provide any other discounts and cannot be applied to combo tickets.
Redeem this coupon in the General Admission line at the Aquariums' ticket booth for discounted admission.
Review the Aquarium’s website at www.neaq.org/safety ahead of your visit to ensure a safe and accessible experience.
Library coupons or tickets obtained with library coupons may not be sold.
Void if altered or copied. No cash value.
Hours of operation are subject to change.
DONATED BY: Greater Worcester Community Foundation via the Rosemary Davis Grant
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
11 French Drive, Boylston, MA 01505-0598
508-869-6111 https://www.nebg.org/
[Details/Reserve]
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
Two (2) passes per patron; each admits two (2) visitors at half-price:
- Adult: $9.50
- Senior (age 65+): $8.00
- Youth (age 4-12): $4.50
- Child (age 3 and under): FREE
- Dog: $4.00
Half-price tickets may be reserved via Tower Hill's website using the code LIBDI at checkout. You must still bring the Library pass with you. Questions may be directed to NEBG's visitor services at 508.869.6111 x110.
Please note, from November 24 – December 30, the Garden is open for general admission from 10am–3pm with a last admission time of 2pm.
Tower Hill may close due to severe weather. Check the website for details.
DONATED BY: Greater Worcester Community Foundation via the Rosemary Davis Grant
Salem Witch Museum
19 1/2 Washington Square, Salem, MA 01970
978-744-1692 http://www.salemwitchmuseum.com/
[Details/Reserve]
Based on actual trial documents and using life-size stage sets with figures, lighting, and narration, the museum's principle exhibit examines the 1692 Salem witch trials. In a second exhibit, “Witches: Evolving Perceptions,” guides take you through changing interpretations of witches, the truth behind the stereotypes, witchcraft practice today, and witch hunting. A gift shop is on the premises.
Categories: Children, Family, History
Pass Benefits
Two passes; each admits six (6) visitors at discounted price:
- Adults/Seniors: $13.50
- Child (age 3-14): $11.25
Tickets are only available for day-of sale and are exclusively sold online. Tickets may be purchased here. To receive discount, enter promo code found on library pass at checkout.
Pass must be presented upon arrival.
PASS NOT VALID IN OCTOBER.
DONATED BY: Salem Witch Museum
Southwick’s Zoo
2 Southwick St, Mendon, MA 01756
800-258-9182 http://southwickszoo.com/
[Details/Reserve]
Southwick’s Zoo is a seasonal, family-operated, 200-acre zoological park. It is home to 850 animals from around the world shown in naturalistic settings and in the zoo’s EARTH Discovery Center. It features a number of interactive exhibits; pony, camel and kiddie rides; a petting zoo; the Elkhorn Mining Co. (pan for gold, gems, and fossils); the Woodlands Express train; and the Skyfari Skyride. A gift shop and restaurant are on the premises.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Zoo
Pass Benefits
Passes available for LANCASTER RESIDENTS ONLY. Passes available for LANCASTER RESIDENTS ONLY. Passes available for LANCASTER RESIDENTS ONLY. Passes available for LANCASTER RESIDENTS ONLY.
Limit 2 coupons per household; each coupon admits one visitor for FREE. Only admits general admission. Cannot be applied toward access to rides.
Standard admission is as follows:
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NO RIDES |
COMBO (with Safari & Train) |
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ONLINE SPECIAL |
$27/person |
$39/person |
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ONLINE FLEX TICKETS |
$27/person |
$49/person |
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ENTRANCE RATE |
$32/person |
$44/person |
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SENIOR SAVERS WEDNESDAYS |
$23/Senior Citizen (ages 62 years+) |
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Southwick’s is open rain or shine, however certain attractions and features are only available weather permitting.
Passes available for LANCASTER RESIDENTS ONLY. Passes available for LANCASTER RESIDENTS ONLY. Passes available for LANCASTER RESIDENTS ONLY. Passes available for LANCASTER RESIDENTS ONLY.
Trustees of Reservations (with deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum)
The Trustees of Reservations preserve and protect more than 100 special properties of exceptional scenic, historic, and ecological value—nearly 25,000 acres—all around Massachusetts. From Crane's Beach in Ipswich and World's End in Hingham to The Old Manse in Concord and Fruitlands Museum in Harvard, visitors to Trustees sites enjoy local history and nature in its various forms: beaches, meadows, forests, swamps and more.
In the summer of 2019, the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum, the largest park of its kind in New England, became part of the Trustees. The museum, located in Lincoln, MA, encompasses nearly 30 conserved acres and presents contemporary art from New England—and beyond—with sculptures in the landscape and museum exhibitions. For a full list of locations, please visit their web site.
Categories: Art, Family, History, Nature, Recreation
Pass Benefits
Each pass admits two (2) adults and children under 18 for free or reduced admission.
One-time use GO Passes available to be used:
- Fruitlands Museum in Harvard
- deCordova Museum in Lincoln
- Crane Beach in Ipswich
- or any of their 128 unique properties. Check here for a list of properties.
DONATED BY: Friends of the Library
USS Constitution Museum
Charlestown Navy Yard, Building 22, Charlestown, MA 02129
617-426-1812 https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/
[Details/Reserve]
The museum, a part of the Boston National Historical Park, is located in the Charlestown Navy Yard near the ship USS Constitution (“Old Ironsides”) at the end of Boston’s Freedom Trail. The museum provides a detailed look at the history of the ship, information about the war of 1812, and the battle between the ship and HMS Java. Stories are told through interactive exhibits, unique artifacts, archival records, and artwork. The museum also includes a research library which houses a strong collection of manuscripts, books, artifacts, and microfilm of primary source material. The ship itself is maintained by the US Navy, and may be visited free of charge on certain days.
Categories: Art, Family, History, Ocean
Pass Benefits
Four passes; each admits up to nine (9) visitors for FREE.
DONATED BY: USS Constitution Museum
Worcester Art Museum
55 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609
508-799-4406 http://www.worcesterart.org/
[Details/Reserve]
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
Four passes available; each pass admits two (2) visitors for half-off admission:
- Adults: $9
- Seniors/Students with current ID: $7
- 17 & under: FREE
Pass not valid during special events.
DONATED BY: Friends of the Library