Museum & Attraction Library Passes
Library passes are available for the following museums and attractions. Please review pass details, hours, and restrictions before visiting.
Blithewold Mansion, Gardens & Arboretum
How to use the pass: Pick up a library pass before visiting. Payment is made at the museum.
With Pass: Up to 6 people: $7 per adult, $2 per youth ages 6–17.
Program availability: Library Discount Pass Program runs April through mid-October.
Hours:
- Mansion: Tuesday–Saturday, 11:00 am–3:00 pm; Sunday, 11:00 am–3:00 pm
- Gardens & Grounds: Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 am–4:00 pm; Sunday, 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Note: Blithewold may occasionally close early for special events.
Closed: Mondays. Pass not valid for programs, Family Fun Fridays, Fairy Festival, Sparkle, or Christmas at Blithewold.
Loan period: Pass circulates for three days.
Boston Museum of Fine Arts
How to use the pass: Pick up a library pass or call the library to receive a promo code before purchasing tickets online.
With Pass:
- 2 adults: $10 each (general admission and special exhibitions)
- Up to 4 children ages 7–17: $10 each (special exhibitions only)
- No discount for general admission for ages 7–17
- Children 6 and under: free
Ticket instructions: Visit the MFA website, select your date and General Admission tickets, enter the promo code, choose “Library Pass,” and complete checkout.
Hours:
- Sunday & Monday: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Thursday & Friday: 10:00 am–10:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Closed: New Year’s Day, Patriots’ Day, July 4, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Visit the Museum of Fine Arts website
Historic New England
How to use the pass: Pick up a pass for free admission for 2 adults and all children under 18. The pass will be collected upon arrival.
With Pass: Free admission. Special events and guided tours may not be included.
Seasonal properties: Open June through mid-October.
Additional information: Pre-booking tours is encouraged. A separate pass is required for each property visited.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum
How to use the pass: Pick up a printed, dated pass from the library. Instructions and a promo code are provided for advance online ticket purchase.
With Pass: Up to 4 adults at $5 each. Children under 18 are free.
Timed entry only: Tickets are for specific entry times. Please arrive no more than five minutes early.
Hours:
- Wednesday–Monday: 11:00 am–3:30 pm
- Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 am–3:30 pm
- First Thursdays: 11:00 am–7:30 pm
Closed: Tuesdays; New Year’s Day; July 4; Thanksgiving; Christmas Eve (closes at 3:00 pm); Christmas; Patriots’ Day.
Open on: MLK Day, Presidents’ Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day.
Important note: On free admission days, tickets are issued until capacity is reached. Call 617-566-1401 before visiting.
Visit the Gardner Museum website
Newport Art Museum
Location: 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport
Phone: 401-848-8200
With Pass: Free admission for 2 adults and 2 children under 18.
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm; Sunday, 12:00 pm–5:00 pm
Closed: Mondays and major holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Loan period: Pass circulates for three days.
Visit the Newport Art Museum website
Norman Bird Sanctuary
Location: 583 Third Beach Road, Middletown, RI 02842
With Pass: Free admission for one group with unlimited trail access during the loan period.
Hours: Daily, 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Harvest Fair weekend.
Additional benefits:
- Discounts on educational and public programs
- 10% discount at The Owl Shop
Loan period: Pass circulates for three days.
RISD Museum
Location: 224 Benefit Street, Providence, RI 02903
With Pass: Free admission for 2 adults; children under 18 are free.
Hours:
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Thursday & Friday: 12:00 pm–7:00 pm
Closed: Mondays and major holidays including Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
Sundays are always free.
Save The Bay – Hamilton Family Aquarium
Location: 23 America’s Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
With Pass: Half-price admission for up to 2 adults and 4 children.
General admission:
- Adults: $15
- Seniors (65+): $13
- Children under 2: Free
- Active or retired military: Free with ID
Hours: Daily, 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Closed: Easter Sunday; Thanksgiving (Thursday and Friday); Christmas Day; New Year’s Day
Loan period: Pass circulates for three days.
