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American Heritage Museum

American Heritage Museum

568 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749
978-562-9182
https://www.americanheritagemuseum.org/
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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.

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Categories: Family, History, Military

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Half-price admission for up to 6 visitors. 

Good on General Admission only, not valid for special event weekends or driving or ride experiences.

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Animal Adventures

Animal Adventures

336 Sugar Road, Bolton, MA 01740
978-779-8988
http://www.animaladventures.net/
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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.

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Categories: Children, Family, Nature

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Admits 4 adults for General Admission during normal operating hours for $8 per person, ages 4+

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The Aviation Museum of New Hampshire

The Aviation Museum of New Hampshire

27 Navigator Road, Londonderry, NH 03053
603-669-4820
https://aviationmuseumofnh.org/
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The Aviation Museum of New Hampshire is housed in an art deco terminal and control tower building in Londonderry. The historic building was constructed as a WPA project in 1937 and was moved in 2004 to its present location on the southeast side of the Manchester Airport before being renovated. Hands-on exhibits tell the story of New Hampshire aviation history and include a flight simulator, various historical artifacts, and planes and models.

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Categories: Family, History, Technology, Sky

Pass Type: Coupon Pass (must be picked up from the branch, but does not require returning)

Pass Benefits

Pass admits a maximum of four people on one pass; additional members in party must pay appropriate admission fee.

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The Butterfly Place

The Butterfly Place

120 Tyngsboro Road, Westford, MA 01886
978-392-0955
https://www.butterflyplace-ma.com/
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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.

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Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science

Pass Type: Coupon Pass (must be picked up from the branch, but does not require returning)

Pass Benefits

Each pass admits 1 person for free. Up to 2 passes allowed per household per visit. 

Ticket sales end at 3:30 PM, and no new customers will be admitted into the exhibits after 3:30 PM.

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Children's Museum at Holyoke

Children's Museum at Holyoke

444 Dwight Street, Holyoke, MA 01040
413-536-7048
https://www.childrensmuseumholyoke.org/
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The Children's Museum at Holyoke is located at Holyoke Heritage State Park in a renovated storage building, which was once part of the Skinner Silk Mills. Hands-on exhibits for children promote curiosity and foster familiarity with the arts, the sciences, and the world around them. Among others, exhibits include a Shop & Scan Grocery Store, the World of Motion Room?, Tot Lot, Art Studio, Curvy Climber, Dinosaur Dig, a Puppet Theater, Animation Station, a Kitchen and Diner area, the Light Bright Wall, a Public Safety Complex, a Mail Room, and a Rooftop Garden. There is a gift shop on the premises.

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Categories: Children, Family, Science

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

1/2 Price admission for up to 6 people, excludes special events

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Discovery Museum

Discovery Museum

177 Main Street, Acton, MA 01720
978-264-4200
http://www.discoveryacton.org/
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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.

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Categories: Children, Family, Science

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Admits 3 people at half price.

Under 1 year old free. Teachers are always free!

Additional people in your party pay the regular admission price. 

School year hours: Tuesday - Sunday: 9:00am to 4:30pm, First Friday of each month: 4:30 to 8:00pm with free admission

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EcoTarium

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.

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Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science

Pass Type: Coupon Pass (must be picked up from the branch, but does not require returning)

Pass Benefits

50% Discount Admission for up to 2 adults and 2 children in one vehicle. Children under 2 are free.

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Harvard Museums of Science and Culture

Harvard Museums of Science and Culture

11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138
617-496-1638
https://hmsc.harvard.edu/
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The Harvard Museums of Science & Culture is a partnership of museums on the Harvard University Cambridge campus dedicated to the natural world, science, and human cultures. They include the Collection of Historical Scientific Instruments, the Harvard Museum of Natural History (comprised of the Harvard University Herbaria, Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and Museum of Comparative Zoology), the Harvard Museum of the Ancient Near East, and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology, all located between Oxford St./Divinity Ave area. Of particular note are the famous glass flowers, models commissioned by Harvard in 1886 to aid in the teaching of botany (and made in Germany over the course of more than eight decades), on display in the Harvard Museum of Natural History.

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Categories: Children, Family, History, Nature, Science

Pass Type: Coupon Pass (must be picked up from the branch, but does not require returning)

Pass Benefits

Admits up to four visitors for 50% off admission. 

One member of the party must be a MA resident. Please be prepared to show the physical library pass and proof of Massachusetts residency. 

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Heritage Museums & Gardens

Heritage Museums & Gardens

67 Grove Street, Sandwich, MA 02563
508-888-3300
https://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/
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Heritage Museums & Gardens is located on 100 acres on the banks of Shawme Pond in Sandwich, MA. The gardens feature internationally important collections of rhododendrons, a comprehensive collection of hydrangeas, a collection of over 1,000 varieties of daylilies, hostas, herb, heather gardens, and more than a thousand varieties of trees, shrubs and flowers along paths. An outdoor “Nature Explore Classroom” facilitates encounters with nature and STEM concepts for children ages 2 through 10. In addition, three gallery buildings house permanent exhibits of world-class automobiles, a working vintage carousel, American folk art, and special exhibitions. There is a café and gift shop on the premises.

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Categories: Children, Family, History, Nature

Pass Type: Coupon Pass (must be picked up from the branch, but does not require returning)

Pass Benefits

Present this pass at Admissions to receive 1/2 off admission to Heritage Museums & Gardens. Valid for up to 6 individuals. (Ages 2 and under are always free!)

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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

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.

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Categories: Art, Family, Music

Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)

Pass Benefits

Admits up to four adults with $5 admission per person—children under 18 are always free. Pass must be redeemed online in advance. 

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Magic Wings

Magic Wings

281 Greenfield Road, South Deerfield, MA 01373
413-665-2805
https://www.magicwings.com/
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Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory & Gardens, opened in 2000, consists of an 18,400-square foot facility with an 8,000-sq. ft. glass conservatory filled with butterflies, moths and tropical vegetation. The conservatory is home to some 4,000 free-flying foreign and domestic butterflies in a tropical environment that includes exotic reptiles, frogs, fish, birds & insects. There is a gift store and food court on the premises.

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Categories: Children, Family, Nature

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Pass admits 2 people for free. 

Children under 3 are free. 

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Massachusetts State Parks (Department of Conservation and Recreation)

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.

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Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Recreation

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Free parking for one passenger vehicle at DCR facilities that charge a parking fee.

Not valid for parking at Quabbin Reservoir, the Squantum Point, NorthPoint, or Draw Seven Commuter Lots; or for camping. 

For more information visit https://www.mass.gov/guides/alphabetical-list-of-massachusetts-state-parks

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Massachusetts State Police Museum & Learning Center

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.

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Categories: Children, Family, History

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Admits 2 adults free 

Under age 16 are always free

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Museum of Fine Arts

Museum of Fine Arts

465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
617-267-9300
http://www.mfa.org/
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The Boston Museum of Fine Arts, in existence since July 4, 1876, is one of the most comprehensive art museums in the world, with a collection of almost 500,000 works of art, ranging from ancient Egyptian artifacts to contemporary painting, sculpture and video. In addition, there are always special exhibitions on view, opportunities to take advantage of educational programs—some right in the galleries—and a contemplative Japanese garden.

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Categories: Art, Family, History

Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)

Pass Benefits

$10 general admission for up to 2 adults and 4 children. Children under 6 are free. Special exhibitions are not included. 

Pass can be reserved up to a week in advance and does not need to be returned. 

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Museum of Science

Museum of Science

1 Science Park, Boston, MA 02114
617-723-2500
http://www.mos.org/
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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.

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Categories: Children, Family, History, Nature, Science, Technology, Sky

Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)

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.

Your Library pass can only be used on the date printed on the pass.

Please bring your library pass confirmation (printed or displayed on a phone) when you visit.

When you arrive at the Museum, stop at the Box Office to exchange your library pass, and purchase your Exhibit Halls tickets at the discounted rate. If you have any questions or if you would like to reserve your Exhibit Halls passes in advance to avoid waiting in line the day of your visit, please call 617-723-2500 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily).

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.

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Mystic Seaport

Mystic Seaport

75 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT 06355
860-572-0711
https://www.mysticseaport.org/
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Founded in 1929, this maritime museum—“The Museum of America and the Sea”—occupies 9 acres on the Mystic River in Mystic, CT and includes a recreated New England coastal village, a working shipyard, formal exhibit halls, and state-of-the-art artifact storage facilities. The Museum is home to more than 500 historic watercraft, including four National Historic Landmark vessels, most notably the 1841 whaleship Charles W. Morgan, America's oldest commercial ship still in existence. Occasional demonstrations and performances—including costumed role payers strolling the grounds—bring to life different aspects of maritime life. A gallery and series of shops are on the premises.

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Categories: Children, Crafts, Family, History, Ocean

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

50% off admission for up to 2 adults and 3 children

Children up to age 3 are free

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Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

1000 Hall of Fame Avenue, Springfield, MA 01105
877-446-6752
https://www.hoophall.com/
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The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, located in Springfield, MA, was established in 1959. The 40,000 sq. ft. museum is dedicated to the history of basketball and maintains a hall of fame dedicated to the most talented players of the game. Interactive exhibits share the spotlight with skills challenges, live clinics, and shooting contests.

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Categories: Family, Sports

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Pass allows up to 6 admissions at the following discounts: 

Adults: $20, Senior $17, Youth (5-12) $15 

Children 4 and under are free

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New Bedford Whaling Museum

New Bedford Whaling Museum

18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740
508-997-0046
https://www.whalingmuseum.org/
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Opened in 1907, the New Bedford Whaling Museum is focused on the history and culture of the whaling industry as practiced internationally and in the “Old Dartmouth” region of Massachusetts. Over the years, the museum has grown as it absorbed other institutions with similar mandates. The collections boast over 750,000 items which fall into a broad range of categories—fine and decorative art, folk art, photography, domestic artifacts, artifacts that represent the history of technology and industry, books, manuscripts, maps and charts, ethnographic materials, clothing and textiles, and extensive personal, business, and financial records. Highlights include half-scale models of the whaling ship Lagoda and an Azorean whaleboat; five skeletons of various types of whales, including that of a pregnant mother; and art by major American artists such as Albert Bierstadt and Albert Pinkham Ryder. The museum's holdings also include the world's largest collections of scrimshaw and whaling ship logbooks. The Whaling Museum entrance and galleries are accessible to people using wheelchairs and walking aids. Wheelchair accessible restrooms are located on the first floor.

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Categories: Art, Children, Family, History, Nature, Ocean

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Each pass provides 50% off on up to 4 admissions.

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New England Air Museum

New England Air Museum

36 Perimeter Road, Windsor Locks, CT 06096
860-623-3305
https://www.neam.org/
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The New England Air Museum, located next to the Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, CT, is the largest aviation museum in New England. The museum houses over 80 aircraft in three large hangars and an outdoor display area, as well as an extensive collection of engines, instruments, aircraft parts, uniforms and personal memorabilia. Important historical aircraft in their holdings include the Sikorsky VS-44A, the Goodyear ZNPK-28 Blimp Control Car, and the Silas Brooks balloon basket. In addition to the exhibits, restoration hanger, and flight simulators, there is a gift shop and a small eating area with vending machines offering snacks and beverages. A large parking area for persons with disabilities is available close to the entrance. Wheelchairs may be checked out at the admissions counter, including a powered wheelchair, subject to availability.

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Categories: History, Military, Sky

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Valid for 5 guests at 50% off of regular admission.

Ages 3 and under free

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New England Aquarium

New England Aquarium

1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
617-973-5200
http://www.neaq.org/
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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.

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Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science, Ocean

Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)

Pass Benefits

50% off general admission for up to 4 people.

This is not a ticket.

Redeem this coupon in the General Admission Line at the Aquarium's ticket booth for discounted admission for up to 4 people.

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New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill

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 200-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.

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Categories: Art, Crafts, Family, Nature

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Admits 2 at half-price

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Norman Rockwell Museum

Norman Rockwell Museum

9 Glendale Road, Route 183, Stockbridge, MA 01262
413-298-4100
https://www.nrm.org/
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The Norman Rockwell Museum, founded in 1969, is located on a scenic 36-acre campus. It is home to the world's largest collection of works by the artist, as well as an impressive archive of items related to his life. Ten galleries feature a range of exhibitions, including every one of the Saturday Evening Post covers he created, and changing special exhibitions. His studio was moved to the grounds from its original Stockbridge location in 1986. There is a gift shop and café on the premises.

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Categories: Art, Family

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Admits up to 2 adults at the discounted rate of $10 each

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Old Sturbridge Village

Old Sturbridge Village

1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566
800-733-1830
https://www.osv.org/
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Old Sturbridge Village, the largest outdoor history museum in the Northeast, depicts a rural New England town of the 1830s. Situated on more than 200 scenic acres are more than 40 original buildings, including homes, meetinghouses, a district school, country store, bank, working farm, three water-powered mills, and trade shops. Visitors can see heritage breed farm animals and interact with authentically costumed staff. Special events take place through the year. A gift shop and bookstore are located on the premises.

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Categories: Children, Crafts, Family, History

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Valid for 4 half-price standard daytime admissions. 

Cannot be combined with other offers. Special events or performances may not be eligible.

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Roger Williams Park Zoo

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.

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Categories: Children, Family, Zoo

Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)

Pass Benefits

This code saves $4 off each paid exhibit hall ticket for up to 4 total tickets.

This code is redeemable online toward exhibit hall tickets. Timed-entry tickets are sold at rwpzoo.org. Please refer to the zoo's website for hours and admission. 

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Salem Witch Museum

Salem Witch Museum

19 1/2 Washington Square, Salem, MA 01970
978-744-1692
http://www.salemwitchmuseum.com/
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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.

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Categories: Children, Family, History

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Up to six tickets at a discounted rate.

Tickets are only sold online, not at the door. Tickets are available to be reserved at 10:00 PM the day before. Timed-entry tickets are sold at http://www.salemwitchmuseum.com/.

Reservations are made using the code present on the physical library pass to receive the discount, and the pass must accompany the patron to the museum to receive the discounted rate.

The discount is not available during the month of October.

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Sandwich Glass Museum

Sandwich Glass Museum

129 Main Street, Sandwich, MA 02563
508-888-0251
https://sandwichglassmuseum.org/
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The Sandwich Glass Museum is dedicated to the history of the town in which it is located, with a special emphasis on the glass that made it famous in the 19th century. Thirteen galleries display their collection of old and modern examples of glass objects, including roughly 6,000 pieces produced at the Boston & Sandwich Glass Company in the 1800s on the site where the museum sits today. In addition, the museum hosts live demonstrations of glass-blowing. There is a gift store on the premises, which includes work by local glass-blowers.

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Categories: Children, Family, History

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Complimentary admission for up to 2 persons

In order to see everything the Museum has to offer, we recommend that you plan to arrive no later than 3:30 pm.

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Springfield Museums

Springfield Museums

21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA 01103
413-263-6800
https://www.springfieldmuseums.org/
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The Springfield Museums offer access to five different museums, including the George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum, the Springfield Science Museum, the Michele and Donald D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts, the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum, and the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden, all under a single admission. Always on view is a mix of permanent collections and temporary exhibitions that cover a huge range, everything from archival materials, painting and sculpture to transportation, weaponry, and all things Dr. Seuss, a Springfield native. There is a planetarium in the Science Museum, the Art Discovery Center in the G.W.V. Smith Art Museum, and a museum store on the museum campus.

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Categories: Art, Children, Family, History, Military, Nature, Science

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Buy one full price admission and receive a 50% discount on the second admission of equal or lesser value, for groups of up to 6 visitors total. 

May be used once daily during public hours. Cannot be combined with other discount rates or coupons. Transaction must be completed in person on the day of visit at the Welcome Center; advance ticket sales not available. 

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USS Constitution Museum

USS Constitution Museum

Charlestown Navy Yard, Building 22, Charlestown, MA 02129
617-426-1812
https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/
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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 Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Free admission for parties of up to 9 people

The Ship is free to visit on a first come, first serve basis. The Constitution is an active-duty ship operated by the U.S. Navy. Please be aware of their security requirements in advance by visiting their site: https://www.navy.mil/USS-CONSTITUTION/Hours-Visitor-Info/

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Worcester Art Museum

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.

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Categories: Art, Family, History, Military

Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)

Pass Benefits

Pass provides 50% off admission for two adults. 

Children 17 and under visit free!

Not valid during special events, including Flora in Winter.

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