To select a museum, click “Details/Reserve”, then select which Pass to reserve.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
25 Evans Way, Boston, MA 02115
617-566-1401
http://www.gardnermuseum.org/home/
[Details/Reserve]
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 Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)
Pass Benefits
DIGITAL PASS
Each pass provides up to four adults with $5 admission per person—children under 18 are always free.
After reserving the library pass, visit the museum's website to reserve your timed entry using the code received in your email confirmation to get the discounted price.
Click here to go to the museum's website to reserve your entry time
Timed entry reservation instructions
Museum of Fine Arts
465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
617-267-9300
http://www.mfa.org/
[Details/Reserve]
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.
Categories: Art, Family, History
Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)
Pass Benefits
DIGITAL PASS
Children 6 and under are free.
Each pass now allows 2 adults for $10 each (special exhibition + general admission) and up to 4 children 7 – 17 $10 each (special exhibition + general admission). There is no discount for children 7-17 for general admission, as it is already $10.
Your promo code will be under the barcode on your printed ticket. Use that to purchase your timed entry ticket.
You will be able to use the promo code in advance to reserve discounted general admission or exhibition tickets online. You will also be able to bring the code with you to use onsite to reserve same-day tickets, but must present an email from the library with the code to receive the discount. We are encouraging everyone to reserve their ticket in advance if possible as it will allow for easier admission into the museum when they arrive.
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 Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)
Pass Benefits
CARD PASS *must be picked up at circulation desk
This pass admits 2 people at half price. To get the pass for Sunday reserve it for Saturday and return it before we open on Monday.
Donated by the Garden Club of Norfolk.
Visiting the Garden
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.
Patrons will need to check out the membership card from the library and bring it with them to Tower Hill to receive discounted admission. Each membership card gives half-off admission for two patrons.
Reserving Tickets (optional)
To reserve half-priced tickets online in advance of a visit, you will need to use your discount code LIBDI at check out and pick up a physical membership card from the library. The membership card will need to be shown by you upon arrival at the Garden.
First-time visitors can review admission information at: https://nebg.org/planyourvisit/
1. Go to the New England Botanic Garden's website to book their half-priced admission tickets.
2. Access the Ticket Reservation System at purchase.nebg.org
3. Under “Purchase Tickets” select “General Admission Calendar”
4. Navigate the calendar to the date you would like to visit.
5. The system will display the number of available tickets, including sold out dates.
6. Select “Garden Admission # tickets” for your chosen date
7. Select the type and number of tickets needed for a visit.
8. Follow the prompts to complete the pre-reservation ticket purchase.
Passes must be returned on the day of use, or before we open on the following day.
Providence Children’s Museum
100 South Street, Providence, RI 02903
401-273-5437
http://www.childrenmuseum.org/
[Details/Reserve]
Dedicated to children aged 1 to 11, the Providence Children’s Museum is an environment that celebrates learning through active play and hands-on exploration. Exhibits focus on a range of topics, including water (in its many forms); native plants; puzzles; marionettes; and “underland,” among others. In addition to activities, which change depending on the day, the museum has a climbing maze and an interactive, Rhode Island-themed adventure that mixes time travel and immigration.
Categories: Art, Children, Family, Nature, Science
Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)
Pass Benefits
CARD PASS *must be picked up at circulation desk
We have 3 passes available.
This pass admits 4 people 50% discount on admission.
Bring in your library’s PCM membership card to purchase reduced tickets when you arrive. You do not need to complete an advanced registration when using this discount.
Passes must be returned on the day of use, or before we open on the following day.
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 Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)
Pass Benefits
DIGITAL PASS
This pass admits up to 9 people