To select a museum, click “Details/Reserve”, then select which Pass to reserve.
Museums
Boston Children's Museum
308 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
617-426-6500
http://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/
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Boston Children's Museum
Founded in 1913 by the Science Teachers' Bureau, the Boston Children's Museum is the second oldest children's museum in the world and one of the few that maintain a collection. Designed for both children and families, the Museum exhibits focus on science, culture, environmental awareness, health & fitness, and the arts, emphasizing hands-on engagement and learning through experience, and employing play as a tool to spark the inherent creativity, curiosity, and imagination of children.
Categories: Children, Crafts, Family, Technology
Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)
Pass Benefits
Boston Children's Museum (e-ticket) admits up to 4 (adults or children) at half price per person.
Patrons must first acquire a dated library discount pass from the library.
Advance tickets/reservations are highly recommended, especially for weekends, holidays, school vacation weeks, and TJX $1 Sunday Afternoons
visit https://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/ticketing
Review the directions for timed tickets:
1. Click on the "Discount Tickets"
2. Select a date/time for timed tickets (The date on the library discount pass must match the date of your visit.)
3. Enter the number ticket in "Half Price Library Ticket " field
4. Add to cart and proceed to "shopping cart" where you will enter the discount code
NEW - Online reservations are required to visit PlaySpace.
After arriving at the Museum, proceed to the admissions scanning station with your online reservation and the date specific library discount pass. If you have questions about the online ordering system, contact Orders@BostonChildrensMuseum.org.
This e-ticket is valid only for one day. You can either print it out and take it with you or display the pass on your phone or device. Either way, please be sure that the pass barcode is visible.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Boston Harbor Island Ferry
15 State Street, Suite 1100, Boston, MA 02109
617-223-8666
http://www.bostonharborislands.org/
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Boston Harbor Island Ferry
The largest recreational open space in Eastern Massachusetts, the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park is comprised of 34 islands and mainland parks that deliver access to historic sites and provide opportunities to hike and camp. Transportation to the islands is by ferry and, depending on the location, your own boat. Please refer to their website for the most up-to-date information about what is open and how to get there.
Categories: Family, Nature, Recreation
Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)
Pass Benefits
The code can be used for 50% off tickets throughout the entire 2026 season, which is listed below:
Georges Island
May 15 - June 14: Thursdays through Sundays
June 16 - September 1: every day
Spectacle Island
July 15 - September 1: every day
September 4 - 21: Thursdays through Sundays
September 26 - October 13: Fridays through Sundays
Peddocks Island from Hingham
June 15 - September 7: every day BUT Tuesdays
September 10 - October 12: Thursdays through Sundays
Visit: www.bostonharborislands.org/ferry-tickets/
Use the calendar to select the date you'd like to visit
Select your "Departure" & "Destination" choices
Select your departure time
Select ticket quantity
Enter your library's unique code in the "Coupon/Voucher Code" field and click apply
Complete your transaction & bring your phone or printed copy of your barcode to board the ferry
Children's Museum of Franklin
157 Cottage Street, Franklin, MA 02038
https://www.childrensmuseumfranklin.org/
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Children's Museum of Franklin
Founded in 2023 and opened in 2025, the Children's Museum of Franklin aims to provide education and enrichment for all children, from infants to high schoolers. The museum has developed exhibits which cover aspects of STEAM, along with play opportunities for younger kids. Visit their website for hours.
Pass Type: Coupon Pass (must be picked up from the branch, but does not require returning)
Pass Benefits
Pass must be picked up at the Library.
50% off admission for up to four.
These coupons do not cover special ticketed events.
Closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
Please call the museum with questions about which areas are open to the public and other COVID-19 related issues.
This pass does not need to be returned to the Library.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Christian Science Plaza
210 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
617-450-7224
https://www.christianscience.com/find-us/visit-the-mother-church/visit-the-christian-science-plaza
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Christian Science Plaza
The Christian Science Plaza is home to The Mother Church, The Christian Science Publishing Society, The Mary Baker Eddy Library, and the interactive How Do You See the World?™ experience with the Mapparium® globe. The How Do You See the World?™ experience explores stories about global progress—how individuals worldwide have overcome challenges and found hope. Walk through the iconic Mapparium® globe, and explore surrounding exhibits that feature stories from The Christian Science Monitor and the history of its founder, Mary Baker Eddy, who also discovered Christian Science.
Categories: Children, Family, History
Pass Type: Coupon Pass (must be picked up from the branch, but does not require returning)
Pass Benefits
Instructions to redeem the Mapparium® globe museum pass
With this pass, we welcome up to four adults free of charge to the Mapparium® globe in the
How Do You See the World?® experience (value $6/Adult). Youth 17 and younger are always
free.
Just print out the pass and bring it with you, or display it on your phone or device.
Museum pass holders, please note:
● You may redeem this pass for tickets onsite in the Welcome Hall; ticket reservations are
not available ahead of time.
● All Mapparium showtimes are first come, first serve; this pass doesn't guarantee tickets
for a specific time or day.
● This pass is only valid on the day of your visit.
● This pass does not provide any other discounts and cannot be applied to group visits.
● Void if altered or copied. No cash value.
All other exhibits in the How Do You See the World? experience are always free, as are church
tours, and neither require a ticket.
We look forward to seeing you at the How Do You See the World? experience.
Hours
Monday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Mapparium globe tours run every 20 minutes until 4:40 p.m.
Hours of operation are subject to change. Please see our website for holiday hours.
Location
210 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115
Validated parking is available at a discount rate in the Christian Science Plaza parking garage
(after 19 hours, standard rates apply).
617-450-7224 | plaza@christianscience.com
christianscience.com/howdoyouseetheworld
IG: @christianscienceplaza
Garden in the Woods (Native Plant Trust)
180 Hemenway Road, Framingham, MA 01701
508-877-7630
http://www.nativeplanttrust.org/
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Garden in the Woods (Native Plant Trust)
The Garden in the Woods (Native Plant Trust) displays rare and common native New England plants in a naturalistic setting at its location in Framingham, Massachusetts, attracting visitors from all over the world. Set on 45 acres, it includes two miles of paths that meander over glacier-sculpted ridges and through narrow valleys. A pond, a wooded bog, several springs, and a brook bring a diversity of wildlife into the garden. The garden is maintained by the Native Plant Trust, which works throughout New England to monitor and protect rare and endangered plants, collect and bank seeds for biological diversity, control invasive species, conduct research, and educate the public.
Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)
Pass Benefits
Each pass admits one adult for a 50% discount. Children ages 3 - 17 pay $1.00. No discounts on classes, tours, or retail items. Passes are day-specific. Two passes are available to be reserved.
The Garden is open mid-April to October 15. Check website for exact dates & hours before visiting.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Historic New England
141 Cambridge Street, Administrative Offices: Otis House, Boston, MA 02114
https://www.historicnewengland.org/
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Historic New England
Historic New England is a historic preservation organization which owns and operates historic house museums and properties open to the public throughout most of New England. The majority of the 36 properties are in Massachusetts, but locations exist in all NE states but Vermont. These include Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, ME), the Jackson House (Portsmouth, NH), the Spencer-Pierce-Little Farm, which (Newbury, MA), Roseland Cottage (Woodstock, CT), the Otis House (Boston, MA), the Lyman Estate (Waltham, MA), Gropius House (Lincoln, MA), and the Arnold House (Lincoln, RI). Styles represented include Federal, Colonial Revival, Victorian, Queen Anne, Arts & Crafts, and Modern, among many others. The website provides much detail, including directions, contact information, and history of each property.
Categories: Architecture, Family, History, Nature, Recreation
Pass Type: Coupon Pass (must be picked up from the branch, but does not require returning)
Pass Benefits
Pass is valid for free admission for 2 adults and their children under 18 to tour one of 38 "Historic New England" sites. Visit https://www.historicnewengland.org for a list of properties and use. Closed dates vary by site.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston
25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston, MA 02210
617-478-3100
https://www.icaboston.org/
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Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston
The building that houses the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston on Fan Pier is the first in the US designed by the architectural firm of Diller Scofidio + Renfro. The museum was founded in 1936 as a sister institution to New York's MoMA, though it had no permanent collection until starting one after moving into the new building on the waterfront in 2006. In addition to the collection, changing exhibitions, music, dance, film, talks, tours, family activities, and teen programming are offered throughout the year.
Categories: Art, Family, Music, Dance
Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)
Pass Benefits
ICA Library Pass Information: Each Library Pass is valid for up to two (2) museum admission tickets at the discounted Library Pass price of $10 per ticket.
REDEEM THIS PASS ONLINE
1. Visit https://www.icaboston.org/
2. Click Reserve now in the Buy Tickets box
3. For your chosen date, select ICA Museum Admission Tickets
4. Select up to two (2) at the price Library Pass Coupon. Anyone 18 and under is always free and should be reserved as Youth (0-12) or Youth (13-18)
5. Follow steps to complete your ticket purchase. Your museum admission tickets will be emailed to you.
6. When you arrive at the museum, proceed with your tickets and Library Pass to the desk for check-in.
REDEEM THIS PASS IN-PERSON
1. When you arrive at the museum, proceed to the desk and show the Library Pass to complete your ticket purchase.
REDEEM THIS PASS BY PHONE
1. Call 617-478-3100 during museum hours to complete your ticket purchase. Your museum admission tickets will be emailed to you.
2. When you arrive at the museum, proceed with your tickets and Library Pass to the desk for check-in.
For ticketing or general inquiries, please contact our Visitor Services team at visitorservices@icaboston.org.
Library Passes are not valid for performances, events, or films.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
25 Evans Way, Boston, MA 02115
617-566-1401
http://www.gardnermuseum.org/home/
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Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
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 as 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
When reserving Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum timed entry tickets online, you will:
1. Go to https:/tnew.gardnermuseum.org/events
2. Submit the promo code (MPP95872YK) in the box at the top of the screen.
3. Select the visit date and time to enter.
4. Add desired number of tickets to the basket. The library pass allows you to get up to four tickets at $5 each (choose the Library Pass ticket type). Any additional ticket will be normally priced. (Children under 18 are always free and should be reserved as child tickets.)
5. Login or create an account.
6. Finish checking out. (Discount is applied only at checkout.
More information on how to use the promo code online can be found in these instructions: How to Book Museum Tickets Using a Library Pass Online.
This library pass does not guarantee a reservation to the museum.
If you have any issues reserving your tickets, you can call the Gardner Museum's Box Office at 617-278-5156
PATRONS MUST PRESENT BOTH THIS LIBRARY PASS AND THEIR RESERVED TIMED MUSEUM ADMISSION TICKETS FOR ENTRY INTO THE MUSEUM.
MUSEUM HOURS:
WEEKDAYS 11 AM – 5 PM | WEEKENDS 10 AM – 5 PM | THURSDAYS 11 AM – 9 PM | CLOSED TUESDAYS
25 EVANS WAY, BOSTON, MA 02115
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Larz Anderson Auto Museum
15 Newton Street, Brookline, MA 02445
617-522-6547
https://www.larzanderson.org/
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Larz Anderson Auto Museum
The museum is located in an imposing carriage house built in 1888 (listed on the National Register of Historic Places) on the grounds of beautiful Larz Anderson Park. In addition to 14 autos from “America's Oldest Car Collection,” originally assembled by the Andersons, the museum features revolving annual exhibits, horse-drawn carriages and sleighs, a vintage bicycle collection, and changing lawn exhibits of show cars that typically include Italian, German, British, American, Custom, Tuner, Alternative Fuels, Trucks, Hot Rods and European Motorcycles from May to October. (Check the website for the schedule.)
Categories: Architecture, Family, History, Technology
Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)
Pass Benefits
Admits up to 4 people for free.
Reciprocal Museum Membership with the North American Reciprocal Museum (NARM) Association®.
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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Massachusetts State Parks (Department of Conservation and Recreation)
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 Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)
Pass Benefits
Massachusetts State Parks must be picked up at the Library. Each pass is valid for free admission for one (1) vehicle per day to over 50 day use facilities that charge a parking fee. Library Pass must be returned to the Medway Library by 10:00 AM on the following day. Library Pass may be returned in the book drop.
List of parks can be found on the Mass State Parks website http://www.mass.gov/dcr
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Museum of Fine Arts
465 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02115
617-267-9300
http://www.mfa.org/
[Details/Reserve]
Museum of Fine Arts
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
Children 7 and under are admitted free. Each pass now allows admission for 2 adults at $15 each (general admission and special exhibition). There is no discount for children 7–17 for general admission, currently $10.
General Admission tickets will be valid for the entire day of your reservation. Special Exhibits require a timed entry ticket. Reservations are strongly encouraged. After booking this Library pass, you will receive an email with your discount pass and instructions for reserving discounted admission tickets ahead of your visit.
Patrons will be able to use the promo code in advance to reserve discounted general admission or exhibition tickets online. They will also be able to use the code on site to reserve same-day tickets, but must present an e-mail from the library with the code to receive the discount. We encourage everyone to reserve their tickets in advance, if possible, as it allows for easier admission into the Museum when they arrive.
Additional Information: Promo codes and library passes are not applicable toward discounts on shopping, parking, dining, films, concerts, lectures, courses, or any other public programs. All prices are subject to change. Discount admission may not be combined with other offers.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Museum of Science
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 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.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
617-973-5200
http://www.neaq.org/
[Details/Reserve]
New England Aquarium
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 Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)
Pass Benefits
Each coupon admits up to four people (adult, senior, child, or college) at a cost of $20 each. Children under age 3 are not included in the admission count and are always admitted free.
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. Once tickets are issued, library patrons will be admitted to the Aquarium even if we are sold out to the general public at that time.
Please visit neaq.org/coupons for details. Valid only for Aquarium admission. This coupon does not provide any other discounts and cannot be applied to combo tickets. 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.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
11 French Drive, Boylston, MA 01505-0598
508-869-6111
https://www.nebg.org/
[Details/Reserve]
New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
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.
Categories: Art, Crafts, Family, Nature
Pass Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)
Pass Benefits
Each pass is valid for half-price admission for two (2) people. Additional information is available at www.nebg.org/planyourvisit
Library Pass must be returned the evening of use, or before 10 AM the next day. Library Pass may be returned in the book return box located out the lower level door.
Through November 22, open daily 10am-5pm, with last admission time of 4:30pm.
Beginning November 23, open daily 10am-3pm, with last admission time of 2:30pm
Please note: New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill will be closed on November 27, December 24, December 25, December 31, January 1.
For the safety of our guests, New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill may close due to severe weather. Please check the website, Facebook and Instagram or call 508-869-6111 for updates.
*This pass is sponsored by the Friends of the Medway Public Library.
Patriots Hall of Fame
One Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA 02035
508-698-4800
https://www.patriotshalloffame.com/
[Details/Reserve]
Patriots Hall of Fame
The Patriots Hall of Fame is an interactive museum located next to Gillette Stadium and the home of the New England Patriots. 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 Type: Circulating Pass (must be picked up and returned to the branch)
Pass Benefits
This pass is good for 2 people with no additional fee. Please visit www.thehallatpatriotplace.com for a list of their hours.
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA 02360
508-746-1622
http://www.plimoth.org/
[Details/Reserve]
Plimoth Patuxet Museums
Plimoth Patuxet Museums offers a living history that tells the story of the English colonists who became known as “Pilgrims” and the Native Americans with whom they interacted. A big draw is the re-creation of the original settlement, populated with interpreters in period dress with whom one may interact that are based on actual historical figures. Native People from various nations in historically accurate dress provide information about the Wampanoag—the first tribe the Pilgrims encountered—at a home site based on how the group would have lived in the 17th century. In addition to the two settlements, the museum includes a visitor center, the Craft Center, barns that contain rare and heritage animal breeds, and a grist mill that manufactures cornmeal. Plymouth Patuxet Museums is also responsible for the replica of the Mayflower, the ship that brought the Pilgrims to the New World.
Categories: Children, Crafts, Family, History
Pass Type: Printable/Digital Coupon Pass (link delivered by email)
Pass Benefits
This pass entitles the library patron to purchase Plimoth Patuxet Heritage Pass Tickets for up to six individuals at the reduced rate of $18 per adult, $12 per child ages 5-17.
May not be used with any other discount. Borrower's ID must match name on pass.
Paid admission may be applied toward purchase of Plimoth Patuxet membership within 30 days with receipt. Visit https://plimoth.org/or call 508-746-1622 for hours, directions or other information. If you are unable to visit the museum on the date you've reserved, please contact your library to cancel this pass and make it available for another patron.
USS Constitution Museum
Charlestown Navy Yard, Building 22, Charlestown, MA 02129
617-426-1812
https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/
[Details/Reserve]
USS Constitution Museum
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
This pass admits 5 people for free. Valid only for the date listed on this pass. One pass per party, please.
Please note that the ship and museum have different hours. Museum Hours: Open Daily; Winter Hours: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Summer Hours: 9:00AM - 6:00PM. The Museum closes for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day, and closes early on Christmas Eve.