Museum Passes

Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District belongs to two programs that offer passes to select Illinois cultural attractions, including museums, zoos, gardens, and more. Partner organizations offer benefits such as free admission or special discounts to pass holders. Passes are free to library card holders; some restrictions apply.

Museum Adventure Pass

WNPLD card holders can receive free admission and discounts to many museums and cultural institutions throughout the Chicago area. Stop in at either library location or give us a call to get a pass.

Participating Museums

Explore More Illinois

Explore More Illinois allows WNPLD card holders to reserve free and discounted admission, parking, and gift store purchases from cultural attractions in Illinois, including museums, cultural centers, zoos, aquariums, gardens, historical societies, park districts, and more.

Participating Institutions

Featured Locations

Brookfield Zoo

First Ave. and 31st St., Brookfield, IL 60513

Hours: Weekdays 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Weekends 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Zoo Website

Chicago Botanic Garden

1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022

Hours: **Visitors with this MAP pass are NOT required to preregister to enter.

June 24 - September 7 (Summer Hours)

Garden Grounds Daily: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

September 8 - November 12 (Fall Hours)

Garden Grounds *Hours for specific attractions can be found here.

Garden Website

Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center

9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, Illinois 60076

Hours: Monday-Tuesday: Closed Wednesday-Sunday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm (final entry at 4:00 pm)

Museum Website

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