To select a museum, click “Details/Reserve”, then select which Pass to reserve.
Bedrock Gardens
19 High Road, Lee, NH 03861
603-659-2993 https://www.bedrockgardens.org/
[Details/Reserve]
Originally an historic farm and private garden, Bedrock Gardens is now a public garden that features unusual botanical specimens and sculpture by co-founder Jill Nooney. The 37-acre site is home to over a thousand different plant species, an 18th century farmhouse, various gardens, a wildlife pond, two miles of woodland paths, a Japanese tea house, and many structural elements that contribute to the uniqueness of the landscape. They are typically closed during the winter months, so check the website for details on the schedule.
Pass Benefits
Pick up the pass at the Library. Bring pass to Bedrock Gardens. Please read visiting guidelines on www.bedrockgardens.org before you visit. The pass admits one family (2 adults plus children) for free.
This pass is funded by the Friends of the Hampstead Public Library.
The Butterfly Place
120 Tyngsboro Road, Westford, MA 01886
978-392-0955 https://www.butterflyplace-ma.com/
[Details/Reserve]
A winding pathway through an atrium filled with flowers, koi fish, and quail allows visitors to walk among butterflies from all over the world. Staff members are available for questions and “show and tell” demonstrations. A continuously running video explains the butterfly life cycle, and exhibits enable visitors to observe eggs, caterpillars, cocoons and chrysalides with information about each species. A gift shop is on the premises. There is a public picnic area and free parking is available.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science
Pass Benefits
PICK UP PASS AT THE LIBRARY.
Each pass allows one FREE admission per visit. Each patron can have up to 2 passes per day (children under 2 are free).
Open daily February 14th through Columbus Day; closed on Easter.
Pass is funded by the Friends of the Hampstead Public Library.
Castle in the Clouds
455 Old Mountain Road, RT 171, Moultonborough, NH 03254
603-476-5900 http://www.castleintheclouds.org/
[Details/Reserve]
16-room mansion and 5,500-acre mountaintop estate in Moultonborough, NH, overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee and the Ossipee Mountains. Designed by Boston architect Thomas Beal for a prosperous shoe manufacturer, the mansion was completed in 1914 and is an unusual example of Arts and Crafts architecture in New England. The estate, which includes a stable/garage, a greenhouse, gatehouses, farm buildings and a golf course, was eventually opened to the public after a series of bad investments were made by the owner, and the house and contents auctioned off. Visitors may take a self-guided tour of the house as it was in the early 1900s; visit the Art Gallery, and hike. A gift shop and restaurant are on the premises.
Categories: Architecture, Family, History, Music, Nature, Sky
Pass Benefits
PICK UP the pass at the Library. Present the pass at the museum. Purchase tickets to enter museum at their front gate. www.castleintheclouds.org
Pass is valid for free admission for 1 adult/senior and 1 youth. Plus, a 50% discount for one additional adult/senior and one youth. Not valid for special events or programs. The museum is open late May through late October. Please see their website for more details.
This pass is funded by the Friends of the Hampstead Public Library.
The Museum of Science in Boston is located on a piece of land that extends the width of the Charles River, connecting Boston and Cambridge. Dedicated to promoting and educating visitors about science and technology, the museum includes a planetarium, the world’s largest open-air Van de Graaff generator, an IMAX theatre, a butterfly garden, and permanent and changing exhibits on birds, insects and animals; space; dinosaurs; engineering; nanotechnology; math; biology; and more.
Categories: Children, Family, History, Nature, Science, Technology, Sky
Pass Benefits
Reserve a pass in the system for the date you plan to visit the Museum. Your email confirmation from the library serves as your pass. If you have any questions or would like to reserve your Exhibit Halls passes in advance to avoid waiting in line the day of your visit, please call the Museum at 617-723-2500 (9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily).
1. This pass will admit up to 4 people at a 50% discount on tickets to the Museum’s Exhibit Halls. Children under 3 are not included in the count of 4 and are always admitted for free.
2. Your pass can only be used on the date printed on the pass.
3. Please bring your library pass confirmation when you visit.
4. Stop at the Box Office when you arrive at the Museum to exchange your library pass and purchase your Exhibit Halls passes at the discounted rate.
If you are not able to show your Library confirmation on a phone, please request a paper copy of your confirmation at the library.
This pass is funded by the Friends of the Hampstead Public Library and the Hampstead Mothers' Club.
New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
617-973-5200 http://www.neaq.org/
[Details/Reserve]
The New England Aquarium is home to thousands of aquatic animals, from the giant Pacific octopus to Northern fur seals to little blue penguins. They offer a wide range of exhibits, including a shark and ray touch tank and the Giant Ocean Tank, a four-story coral reef featuring hundreds of Caribbean animals. In addition, they have an IMAX theatre and run whale watch boat excursions in partnership with Boston Harbor Cruises from April through November.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science, Ocean
Pass Benefits
This coupon allows 50% off admission to the New England Aquarium for up to 4 people. This is not a ticket. Redeem this coupon in the General Admission line at the Aquarium’s ticket booth for discounted admission. Please visit neaq.org/coupons for details. Review the Aquarium’s website at www.neaq.org/safety ahead of your visit to ensure a safe and accessible experience. This pass is funded by the Greater Hampstead Civic Club.
This coupon is valid only for one day. You can either print it out and take it with you or display the pass on your phone or device. Either way, please be sure that the pass barcode is visible.
Valid only for Aquarium admission. This coupon does not provide any other discounts and cannot be applied to combo tickets. Library coupons or tickets obtained with library coupons may not be sold. Void if altered or copied. No cash value.
Hours of operation are subject to change.
This pass is funded by the Hampstead Civic Club.
New Hampshire State Parks
172 Pembroke Road, Concord, NH 03301
603-271-3556 http://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/state-parks/
[Details/Reserve]
New Hampshire has 93 state park properties that provide a variety of recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities. The park system includes beaches, campgrounds, historic sites, waysides, natural areas, a multitude of trails, and much more to explore. A list of these, along with trail maps which may be downloaded as pdf files, may be found on their website. The pass provides access to most locations in the system, though there are a few exceptions.
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Recreation
Pass Benefits
The NH State Parks Pass entitles admission to all day-use parks for 2 adults and up to 4 dependents. The pass is seasonal. Most parks are open from Memorial Day weekend through Columbus Day weekend; however, Monadnock State Park is open year-round.
PLEASE PICK UP YOUR PASS AT THE LIBRARY.
The pass is for free admission to all of the day-use parks except the Flume Gorge, Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway, Wallis Sands State Beach, Hampton Beach State Park, camping, or parking meters. See nhstateparks.org for more information about parks where pass is valid. A limited supply of park maps is available at the library.
*NH Division of Parks & Recreation recommend you make a day-use reservation for the day you wish to visit. While NH Parks do allow for some walk-in space, most of these spots fill up quickly. To avoid disappointment, they recommend you purchase an advance day-use reservation – even people who qualify for a walk-in space. By making the reservation through ReserveAmerica, the park will hold the spot all day for you so that you can get to the park at your convenience. ReserveAmerica will charges $1 fee, and that money DOES NOT go to NH Parks; it is a maintenance fee the reservation system charges. https://www.nhstateparks.org/planning/day-use-reservations
Pass is funded by the Friends of the Hampstead Public Library.
Seacoast Science Center
570 Ocean Boulevard, Odiorne Point State Park, Rye, NH 03870
603-436-8043 http://www.seacoastsciencecenter.org/
[Details/Reserve]
Located within Odiorne Point State Park in Rye, NH, the Seacoast Science Center has been providing educational experiences on behalf of New Hampshire State Parks since 1992. The center includes hands-on science exhibits (undersea exploration to marine debris), live animal exhibits which feature creatures that live in the rapidly changing Gulf of Maine ecosystem; and many special events, like “Music-by-the-Sea” concerts and “Sippin' for Seals” (dancing and drinks to support the Marine Mammal rescue Program).
Categories: Children, Family, Nature, Science, Ocean
Pass Benefits
PLEASE PICK UP YOUR PASS AT THE LIBRARY and then make reservation (link provided in confirmation email) to receive the 50% discount.
Each pass allows 2 adults and up to 4 children entry into the Center for a 50% discount. Kids up to 2 years of age are always free.
Check the Seacoast Science Center website for the latest information about days & hours open.
Please also note that during their open season (usually April - September) the NH State Parks charge admission at the gate, which Science Center visitors are obligated to pay. The fee at Odiorne is $4 per adult (up to age 65) and $2 per child ages 6-11. This fee is rolled into the Center's online admission reservation system but they are NOT able to reduce it 50% like they do for science center admission. Please note that the library also has a NH State Park Pass program, so you are able to reserve a park pass for the same day as your visit. Here is a link to the Odiorne Point State Park website for more info: https://www.nhstateparks.org/visit/state-parks/odiorne-point-state-park
**Present pass to Odiorne Point State Park tollbooth attendant.
Pass is funded by the Friends of the Hampstead Public Library.