Did you know the Library checks out free family passes to museums, arboreta across the Delaware valley. A complete list is below! Happy discovering.
We are delighted to continue our popular Museum & Parks Pass Program at Swarthmore Public Library! Generously funded by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library, the library purchases memberships to local venues for our patrons to borrow for free. (Please see details of the program below the list of venues.) Enjoy a new experience today!
List of Venues…
- Hands on House in Lancaster Admits 6 individuals.
- Magic Gardens in Philadelphia Admits 2 adults and three children.
- Mutter Museum in Philadelphia Admits 4 individuals.
- Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton NJ Admits 4 individuals.
- Railroad Museum in Strasburg PA Admits 4 individuals.
- The Academy of Natural Sciences Admits 2 adults and 5 children <18.
- Elmwood Park Zoo (2 passes available) Admits 2 adults and 6 children <18.
- Morris Arboretum Admits 2 adults and 4 children <18.
- Penn Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology Admits 2 adults and all children in household <18.
- Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Admits 2 adults and 4 children <18.
- Museum of the American Revolution Admits 2 adults and 4 children <18.
- Tyler Arboretum Admits 4 individuals. *Sponsored by the MOMs Club of WSSD.
- Philadelphia Insectarium and Butterfly Pavilion Admits 2 adults and 4 children<18.
How can I borrow a library museum pass?
Museum Passes are free to adults with a valid Delaware County Library Card. You may pick up the pass at the Swarthmore Public Library. Passes are on a first come, first served basis. A borrower’s household may only have one pass at a time.
How can I tell if a pass is available?
The passes are listed in the catalog. Click the catalog link above, and type “museum pass” under title or keyword in the searchbox. All passes will be listed and if it says “Check Shelf,” the pass is available. Passes can be picked up at the Library.
Where can I return a museum pass?
Museum Passes must be returned ONLY to the library from which they are borrowed. Please hand your plastic case directly to the desk worker.
How long can I keep a museum pass?
A museum pass may be checked out for three days, with no renewals.
What if I don’t return the pass on time?
A late fee of $5 per day will apply. If the pass is lost, the fee will be the full cost of the pass.