To select a museum, click “Details/Reserve”, then select which Pass to reserve.
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 up to four (4) adults and/or children ages 4+ for $8 per person for General Admission during normal operating hours. Children under 2 are free.
- Open 7 days: 10 am - 5 pm (Hours may vary if private events are scheduled. Please check animaladventures.net for the latest information)
- Open year-round to the public, rain or shine.
- Closed on Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
Regular admission prices as of April 2023:
Person ages 4+: $16
Toddler ages 2-3: $7
Infant under 2: FREE
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
- Pass offers one free general admission ticket. Children 2 and under are free.
- Hours of Operation: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Valentine's Day through Columbus Day). The Butterfly Place is closed on Easter Sunday and July 4th.
- Message from the Butterfly Place: You do not need to purchase tickets ahead of time or make a reservation unless you have 15 or more people. Ticket sales end at 3:30 PM, and no new customers will be admitted into the exhibits after 3:30 PM. We suggest you arrive no later than 3:00 PM. To really enjoy our butterflies, plan to spend at least an hour.
- Please note: You MUST bring the physical coupon to the Butterfly Place when you visit. The email reservation will NOT be accepted for free admission.
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
* Library tickets are purchased at the gate.
* This pass admits up to four (4) guests to Davis Farmland or Davis Mega Maze with a savings of $10 OFF the at-the-gate admission rate.
* Library passes are not valid on holidays, with packages, for special events, or with other discounts.
* When visiting Davis Farmland, adults must be accompanied by a child 12 years or younger. The Mega Maze has no age restrictions.
* Davis Farmland and Davis Mega Maze are open weather and ground conditions permitting. Always call (978-422-6666) or check their website before heading out.
* Rates and days they're open change with the season. Visit DavisFarmland.com for the most up-to-date operating schedule.
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 offers 50% reduced Museum admission for up to two (2) adults and two (2) children in one vehicle. Children under 2 are free.
- Library pass does NOT include admission or discounts to the Explorer Express Train, Planetarium, or the regular member discount in the Museum Store.
- Not to be combined with other offers, group rates, or special event prices. No pets please.
Please note:
- The Museum will be OPEN the following Monday holidays: Martin Luthor King, Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Patriots Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day.
- The Museum is CLOSED on the following holidays only: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
- November through March, for your safety and due to the early sunset, the outside grounds close at 4:00 pm.
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
- This one-day Library Partner Admission Pass admits up to four (4) people to a Mass Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary. With this pass, admission is discounted to $2 per visitor over the age of 2.
- The Library Partners pass is valid during normal hours of operation at Mass Audubon Wildlife Sanctuaries, with the exception of occasional fundraising days.
- Please visit https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/our-wildlife-sanctuaries/trails for the latest information, including safety guidelines. Please note that some nature center buildings (including bathrooms) remain closed at this time.
- Pass must be presented to Mass Audubon staff upon arrival for your wildlife sanctuary visit.
Bigelow Free Public Library
54 Walnut Street
Clinton, MA 01510
Membership ID: 624009
Expiration Date: May 31, 2024
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
This pass welcomes members from our community to parks and forests throughout the state so they may enjoy some of Massachusetts’ special places, as well as the benefits of healthy outdoor recreation.
– Pass waives the parking fee requirement at most state parks and beaches. Pass is not valid for camping. A comprehensive list of participating Mass DCR facilities is available at https://www.mass.gov/guides/parking-at-massachusetts-state-parks.
** IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO USE THE PARKS PASS ON A SUNDAY OR MONDAY, PLEASE RESERVE IT FOR SATURDAY (pass can then be used on Saturday, Sunday, or Monday). IF THE PASS IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR SATURDAY, THEN IT IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE WEEKEND **
The Museum of Science in Boston is located on a piece of land that extends the width of the Charles River, connecting Boston and Cambridge. Dedicated to promoting and educating visitors about science and technology, the museum includes a planetarium, the world’s largest open-air Van de Graaff generator, an IMAX theatre, a butterfly garden, and permanent and changing exhibits on birds, insects and animals; space; dinosaurs; engineering; nanotechnology; math; biology; and more.
Categories: Children, Family, History, Nature, Science, Technology, Sky
Pass Benefits
This pass will admit up to 4 people at a 50% discount on tickets to the Museum’s Exhibit Halls. Children under 3 are not included in the count of 4 and are always admitted for free but must have a timed ticket.
Your Library pass can only be used on the date printed on the pass.
YOU MUST ALSO CALL THE MUSEUM TO RESERVE A TIMED TICKET. Call 617-723-2500 (daily, 9am – 5pm). Please call at least 2-3 days ahead to reserve your time slot otherwise the Museum might be fully booked.
After you make your timed reservation with the Museum, they will send you an email confirmation with your reservation time.
Please bring both your library pass confirmation (printed or displayed on a phone) and your email confirmation from the Museum when you visit. Show both confirmations at the gate to enter. You do not need to stop at the Box Office.
If you are unable to show your Library confirmation on a phone, you may print out a copy using the link in the confirmation email or request a paper copy from the library.
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
- Library pass holders no longer need to make advance reservations. Tickets cannot be pre-purchased online or over the phone. The original, dated pass must be presented at the Aquarium Box Office ("General Admission" line) at the time of the visit. Visitors with library coupons are granted immediate entry after purchasing discounted tickets, even if the Aquarium is sold out to the general public at that time.
- This coupon offers 50% off admission to the New England Aquarium, for up to four (4) people. Reduced-rate admission payment must be paid at the Aquarium Box Office to gain entry. Children under the age of 3 are always admitted free.
- Coupon is valid for Aquarium admission ONLY on the date printed on the coupon, and may not be used in conjunction with school or group visits, nor be applied toward Aquarium programs, Simons Theatre tickets, Whale Watch tickets, or combination tickets.
- Please review the Aquarium's website at https://www.neaq.org/visit/reopen/ ahead of visiting to ensure a safe and accessible experience.
- Hours of operation are subject to change without notice. Before leaving home, we encourage you to visit their website, neaq.org, for details about hours, exhibits, schedules, prices, directions, parking, and safety guidelines.
This is not a ticket.
Library coupons or tickets obtained with library coupons may not be sold.
Void if altered or copied. No cash value.
Please visit neaq.org/coupons for details.
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
Pass admits up to two (2) guests at half price. Children 3 and under are free.
- Cannot be combined with other offers.
- Special events, including Night Lights, are not eligible.
- New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.
Message from NEBG at Tower Hill:
"Online pre-reservations are no longer required for general admission visits, but online pre-reservations are still available for those who would like to purchase tickets in advance of their visit."
Reserving Tickets from NEBG (optional)
After reserving your pass with us, to receive the discount, you may choose to book half-price admission tickets online at https://nebg.org/planyourvisit/ using access code LIBDI. Please remember, you must show the physical library pass AND the booked ticket confirmation when you arrive at the Garden.
To all patrons planning on using the discount pass at NEBG: Please remember, to receive the discount, you MUST have the physical library pass with you when you arrive at the Garden.
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
- Pass offers free or reduced admission at numerous Trustees properties for two (2) adults and children under 18.
- GO Passes are valid for admission only; not valid for discounts at parking kiosks, stores, cafes, Inns, Campgrounds, camping, at special events or programs, on equipment rentals, or in place of any permits or passes. GO Pass admission is equivalent to a Trustees Family Membership admission price at Trustees properties that charge an admission fee.
- This pass also includes: Fruitlands Museum in Harvard, MA; the deCordova Sculpture Park and Museum in Lincoln, MA; and Castle Hill on the Crane Estate (grounds only) in Ipswich, MA . To use GO Passes at Fruitlands, deCordova, or Castle Hill, please enter the promo code "GOPASS" when securing a timed ticket.