Free general admission for pass-holder and up to four accompanying family members during regular hours (not valid for special events); children under 12 free at all times; 10% discount in Museum Store. Closed on Tuesdays. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
New York, NY | 212-769-5100 | amnh.orgDinosaurs, dioramas & more—just like in the movie!
Free admission for two people (includes one special exhibition). Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library
Bridgeport, CT | 203-394-6565 | beardsleyzoo.orgConnecticut’s only zoo, with over 300 animals representing 125 species.
Discounted admission of $10 per person for up to six guests. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
Hartford, CT | 860-522-6766 | ctoldstatehouse.orgExperience Connecticut’s early government through interactive exhibits and guided tours of one of the oldest remaining state houses in the nation.
Free admission for up to four people. Not valid for special events, group admission, or after-hours events. Open Monday through Friday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm most of the year; summer hours may vary, so call to confirm. Courtesy of the Old State House.
With 150 hands-on exhibits, a state-of-the-art 3D digital theater, four educational labs, plus daily programs and events, every part of science will be at a visitor’s fingertips, from Physics to Forensics, Geology to Astronomy.
Discount of 20% off general admission for up to four people. Courtesy of the Connecticut Science Center.
Enjoy Connecticut’s many natural wonders. Check their website for a listing of the area’s parks and forests.
Day pass waives vehicle entrance fees for driver’s vehicle only. Valid for private passenger vehicles carrying fewer than 12 passengers. Also includes free admission for two adults and four children at Dinosaur State Park, Fort Trumbull, and Gillette Castle State Park. Courtesy of the CT State Parks and Forests System.
Danbury, CT | 203-778-8337 | danburyrail.orgTrain rides, exhibits, and special events at a restored historic train yard and turntable.
Free general admission for up to six people. Not valid for special events. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
Westport, CT | 203-227-7253 | earthplace.orgSixty-two acre wildlife sanctuary with trails; interactive natural history museum; live wildlife for public viewing; and many public nature programs and events.
Free admission for two adults and up to three children. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
Amhert, MA | 413-559-6300 | carlemuseum.org
With a mission to elevate picture book art and inspire a love of art, art creation, and reading, the Carle has become a critical resource for picture book artists and authors, and art-loving communities locally, nationally, and abroad.
Free admission for two adults and up to four children. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
50% off regular admission for up to two adults and up to four children. Children under one are admitted free. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
The landmark museum of art from the late 19th century to the contemporary cutting edge.
Free admission for up to four adults or students and 50% discount for additional guests; children under 12 are free; 10% discount for purchases. Closed on Thursdays. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum is dedicated to the exhibition and interpretation of history, science and service as related to its home aboard the aircraft carrier Intrepid, a National Historic Landmark. As you explore the Museum you will be able to examine original artifacts, view historic video footage and explore interactive exhibits.
Free admission for two adults and two children. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
IAIS preserves and educates through discovery and creativity the diverse traditions, vitality and knowledge of Native American Cultures. The museum offers an escape room experience as well.
1/2 price museum admission up to five people in a group. Children under 3 are free. Sponsored by The Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
Katonah, NY | 914-232-9555 | katonahmuseum.orgChanging exhibits in three galleries, Learning Center with many children’s activities, and sculpture garden.
Free admission for up to two adults and six children. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
A living history museum that interprets the life of the community, New England, and the nation from the Colonial period to the early 20th century through tours with costumed interpreters, educational and cultural programs, and exhibits.
Free admission for two children with a paid adult admission. Courtesy of the Keeler Tavern Museum.
Bridgeport, CT | 203-322-1646 | shudiscovery.orgExplore the universe with interactive exhibits!
Up to four free child admissions with one paid adult admission. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
Stamford, CT | 203-416-3521 | https://www.stamfordmuseum.org
Seasonal fun awaits you at the Stamford Museum & Nature Center. Bring friends and enjoy a picnic on the Meadow, walk over 80 acres of nature trails, drop in to the Heckscher Farm and say hello to the animals, and bring the whole group to the amazing exhibition in the Stamford Museum Galleries.
Free admission for two adults and children of their household under 18. Additional charge for planetarium. Courtesy of the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
Interactive exhibits to encourage hands-on exploration of science, the arts, culture, and heritage.
Buy one admission, get one free, up to three free admissions per party. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum located in New York’s Hudson Valley, where visitors experience large-scale sculpture and site-specific commissions under open sky.
Free for two adults and children under the age 18 living in the same household. Sponsored by the Friends of the Ridgefield Library.
America’s oldest continuously operating art museum, with nearly 50,000 works
of fine and decorative art spanning 5,000 years.
Free general admission for two adults and two children; children 17 and under are free. Additional fees apply for Fine Art & Flowers and Trees & Traditions, passes do not apply to films or special event ticketing Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Courtesy of the Wadsworth Atheneum.
For questions, call the Circulation Department at 203-438-2282 x202 or email the Circulation Desk.
Always confirm opening hours before setting out, as these are subject to change. Be aware also that many museums are closed on major holidays or may have different hours during the summer.
User is responsible for any fees or charges beyond those included with pass (such as parking, surcharges for special exhibit admission, etc.)
Check museum websites for information about current exhibits and special programs.
Read through pass materials before visitng your museum as some restrictions may apply.
Monday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
(closed summer Sundays)
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