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Museum and Attractions Passes

The Hall Memorial Library is proud to offer organizational passes to Connecticut and New England area museums in support of life-long learning and community engagement.
These passes are made possible by the fundraising efforts of the Friends of the Hall Memorial Library or by the generosity of the institutions.

BE SURE TO CALL OR CHECK THE MUSEUM WEBSITES TO CONFIRM HOURS, REQUIREMENTS OR RESTRICTIONS

  • You must have a valid library card in good standing (no fines, fees, or overdue material) to check out a library museum pass. Library card holders, must be at least 18 years old.
  • There is a limit of two (2) museum passes per person or family per loan period.
  • Please assure the name on the printed pass matches the name on your Driver's License or ID. Passes are not accepted digitally and must be printed.
  • Each museum reserves the right to determine rules and regulations governing the use of the courtesy pass.
  • The Connecticut State Parks and Springfield Museums passes must be physically checked out at and returned to the Library.  Discounts coupons for the Connecticut Science Center must also be picked up the Library.  Mystic Aquarium no longer offers library discount passes.

Children's Museum and Roaring Brook Nature Center

One free touring admission with each paid admission (buy one/get one). Maximum of 4 free admissions per day per pass. Planetarium entrance fees are not included. May not apply to special events or fee-based programs. Check the website at http://www.thechildrensmuseumct.org for hours and additional information. You must print this pass reservation confirmation. Pass must be presented in...

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History (Formerly Connecticut Historical Society Museum)

Pass admits two adults and up to four children for free. Check the website at http://www.chs.org for hours and additional information. Donated by Friends of the Hall Memorial Library. You must print this pass reservation confirmation. Pass must be presented in printed format to be accepted. Only valid for the reserved date of visit.

Connecticut Science Center -- COUPONS MUST BE PCIKED UP AT THE LIBRARY

COUPONS MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE LIBRARY. Coupon is good for 20% off the regular price of a general admission ticket for up to 4 people. Only one coupon per party. Other guidelines may apply. Call or check the website at www.ctsciencecenter.org for hours and additional information.

Connecticut State Parks and Forests Recreation Areas -- MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE LIBRARY

This pass waives museum building entrance fees for 2 adults and 4 children at Dinosaur State Park, Fort Trumbull State Park and Gillette Castle State Park. Check the website at www.ct.gov/deep for hours and additional information. This pass must be borrowed from and returned to the Hall Memorial Library. Loan period is 3 days; fine is $5.00 per day. May be reserved for 24 hours, first come...

Connecticut Trolley Museum

Admits up to 2 adults and 2 children for FREE during regular operating season. Half-price admission for special events, i.e. Pumpkin Patch, Winterfest, etc. Not usable for Rails to the Darkside or Storytime Trolly, or admission to seminars, tours, lectures, movies, picnics, or demonstrations. Check the website at http://www.ct-trolley.org for hours and additional information. Donated by Friends of...

Connecticut's Old State House

Admits 2 adults and 2 children (ages 6-19) for free. Children under 6 and members of the military are always admitted for free. Check the website at www.ctoldstatehouse.org for hours and additional information. You must print this pass reservation confirmation or display it on your phone. Only valid for the reserved date of visit. Parking is located at State Street South Parking Garage,...

Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art

Admits 2 adults and 4 children for FREE. Check the website at http://www.carlemuseum.org for hours and additional information. You must print this pass reservation confirmation. Pass must be presented in printed format to be accepted. Only valid for the reserved date of visit. Donated by Friends of the Hall Memorial Library.

Florence Griswold Museum

Admits 2 adults and 2 children under 12 for free. May not be combined with other coupons or passes. Does not include special event fees when applicable. Please note: there is an event surcharge of $5.00 per person over 12 during the special fall event "Wee Faerie Village" (dates vary yearly). The charge is applied whether visitors intend to see the faerie houses or not. Children 12 and under are...

Harriet Beecher Stowe Museum

This pass admits two guests for a tour of the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center. Check the website at http://www.HarrietBeecherStoweCenter.org for hours and additional information. Donated by Friends of the Hall Memorial Library. You must print this pass reservation confirmation. Only valid for the reserved date of visit.

Lutz Children's Museum

Pass admits up to 6 people for half price. Active duty members of the military and their families are always admitted for free Memorial Day through Labor Day as part of the Blue Star Museum program. Check the website at http://www.lutzmuseum.org for hours and additional information. Donated by Friends of the Hall Memorial Library. You must print this pass reservation confirmation or display it...

Mark Twain House

Buy one adult admission, get one adult or two children for no charge. Pass may be used only once per visit. Check the website at http://www.marktwainhouse.org for hours and additional information. Donated by Friends of the Hall Memorial Library. You must print this pass reservation confirmation. Pass must be presented in printed format to be accepted. Only valid for the reserved date of visit.

Mashantucket Pequot Museum

Allows for 50% off admissions on 4 regular admissions tickets (up to 2 adult tickets and 2 youth tickets OR 1 Adult and 3 youth tickets) • Unlimited free admission for children under 6. Admission to the Pequot Museum includes: FREE Audio guide to the Pequot Museum’s recreation 16th Century Village, temporary gallery, outdoor farmstead and access to the Observation Tower. Valid photo ID at...

Mystic Seaport

Pass provides for 50% off admission for up to 2 adults and 3 children. Children 2 and under are always admitted for free. Check the website at http://www.mysticseaport.org for hours and additional information. Donated by Friends of the Hall Memorial Library. You must print this pass reservation confirmation or display it on a phone. Only valid for the reserved date of visit. Membership...

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall Of Fame

Pass is valid for six discounted daily admission passes, at $17.00 for adults, $15.00 for seniors, and $12.00 for children. Includes 10% off any photo purchase at the "HOOPSHOTS" Photo Center. Check the website at http://www.hoophall.com for hours and additional information. You must print this pass reservation confirmation. Pass must be presented in printed format to be accepted. Only valid...

New Britain Museum of American Art

Admits up to 4 people for free. Children under 12 are always admitted for free. One adult must accompany children under 16. Pass is valid for general admission only. Additional fees may apply to special exhibits, events and programs. Library pass may not be used for Docent-led tours. Check the website at www.nbmaa.org for hours and additional information. You must print this pass reservation...

New England Air Museum

Admits up to 5 people at 50% off regular admission rates. Children ages 3 and under are always admitted for free. This pass is not valid for pre-arranged group tours, the annual home-school program, Space Expo or other special event days (including open cock-pit days). Check the website at http://www.neam.org for hours and additional information. You must print this pass reservation...

Old Sturbridge Village

Admits up to 4 people for one-half the usual admission. Children under 3 and members of the military and their family members are always admitted for free. Pass may not be used for special events requiring tickets. Visit website at http://www.osv.org for hours and additional information. You must print this pass reservation confirmation. Pass must be presented in printed format to be accepted....

Roger Williams Zoo

This pass is valid for a $3.00 discount on admission for up to four guests, only from March 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023.. The four guests can be any combination of adults, children, and seniors. This pass is not valid during January and February, when Winter Wonder Days takes place. This pass cannot be combined with any other offers. Only one pass may be used per transaction. This pass may only...

Springfield Museums -- MUST BE PICKED UP AT THE LIBRARY

Buy one full price admission and receive a 50% discount on the second admission of equal or lesser value, for up to a total of 6 people. May be used once daily. Does not apply to special exhibition, program or planetarium fees. Cannot be combined with other discount rates or coupons. Check the website at https://springfieldmuseums.org for hours and additional information. This pass must be...

USS Constitution Museum

Pass admits up to 9 people for free. Check the website at http://www.ussconstitutionmuseum.org for hours and additional information. Please note: The USS Constitution Museum and the ship USS Constitution are operated by different organizations. For hours and information about the ship check the website at www.navy.mil/local/constitution.visitors.asp. You must print this pass reservation...

USS Slater Destroyer Escort

Admits 2 adults and 2 children 6-14 for free; children 5 and under always free. Check the website at http://www.ussslater.org for hours and additional information. You must print this pass reservation confirmation. Pass must be presented in printed format to be accepted. Only valid for the reserved date of visit. Donated by Fred Babbit, museum volunteer.

Wadsworth Atheneum

Admits 2 adults (age 18+) for free. Children 17 and under are always admitted for free. Additional fees apply during Fine Art & Flowers, and, Festival of Trees & Traditions, and some special exhibitions. Not valid for films, Art After Dark, group tours, or with other discounts. Check the website at http://www.TheWadsworth.org for hours and additional information. You must print this pass...

Zoo in Forest Park

Admits up to 5 visitors for free. Children under 1 year of age always admitted for free. May not be combined with other coupons or passes. May not be used for special events. Check the website at http://www.forestparkzoo.org for hours and additional information. ID of the adult to whom the pass was issued must also be presented. Library passes do NOT include admission into the park, which is a...