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Museum and Cultural Passes

All passes can be reserved once per month, except for the Denver Botanic Gardens pass, which can be reserved twice per year. Please check the museum or cultural institution's website prior to your visit for unexpected closures or special events.

A permanent Denver Public Library card in good standing is required to make a reservation (educators must use their personal card). The cardholder may be asked to present a valid ID and library card at the museum. 

Many institutions also offer free days and other low-cost options for community access, including discounts for Colorado EBT card holders.

American Museum of Western Art

The American Museum of Western Art – The Anschutz Collection, provides access to one of the world’s most comprehensive collections of Western art in one of the most unique settings in the country, the historic Navarre Building. Reserve a library museum pass on the date you would like to attend Print or display your pass for entry Admission is valid for a party of up to 4, no children und...

Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave

Come learn about William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, one of the most famous people of his time, and his Wild West show. See for yourself why he wanted to be buried on top of Lookout Mountain. Reserve a library museum pass for the day of your visit. Check email for confirmation, the library pass is only valid for the date listed Library pass holders must present the printed or electronic copy...

Butterfly Pavilion

At Butterfly Pavilion you can frolic with 1,600 free-flying tropical butterflies in Wings of the Tropics, hold the famous Rosie the tarantula in the Crawl-A-See-Em, dive into the wonder of the coral reefs and other ocean invertebrates in Water's Edge, and explore the unique and diverse invertebrate habitats that exist here in Colorado. Reserve a library museum pass for the day of your visit....

Center for Colorado Women's History

The Center for Colorado Women's History is located within an Italianate style historic home built in 1883, and restored to the 1912-1924 period. General Admission permits guests to experience the first floor of the historic house onsite, which features belongings of the home's former residents; rotating installations and exhibits; and decor and art of a bygone era. Visit the website for the latest...

Clyfford Still Museum

Explore your imagination at the Clyfford Still Museum, located in the heart of Denver’s Golden Triangle Creative District. Young children are experts in abstract art, which is what Clyfford Still is best known for creating. The Museum offers a variety of family-friendly events including art making activities in our hands-on creation studio, tours, concerts, and more! Reserve a library...

Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver Botanic Gardens at York Street is a dynamic 24-acre urban oasis in the heart of the city where visitors of all ages flourish with unique garden experiences. Chatfield Farms, a 700-acre native plant refuge and working farm located along the banks of Deer Creek in southern Jefferson County, offers 2.5 miles of nature trails and numerous wildflower gardens. Reserve a library museum pass...

Denver Firefighters Museum

Housed in the original Firehouse Number 1 since 1909, the Denver Firefighters Museum offers outstanding exhibits on the history of firefighting in Denver, focusing on the Denver Fire Department. Reserve a library museum pass on the date you would like to attend Print or display your pass at Visitor Services for admission Admission is valid for a party of up to 4

Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys

NOTICE: The Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys is undergoing renovations. Before visiting the museum, please check their website for information about possible unexpected construction-related closures. Denver Museum of Miniatures, Dolls and Toys showcases a collection of miniature doll houses, dolls, and toys both as visual art and markers of cultural history. The museum also offers...

Forney Museum of Transportation

The Forney Museum of Transportation collects, preserves and displays artifacts related to historical transportation. Our collection highlights include the Union Pacific "Big Boy" locomotive and Amelia Earhart's 1923 Kissel "Gold Bug." Reserve a library museum pass on the date you would like to attend. Print or display your pass for entry. Admission is valid for a party of up to 4,...

Four Mile Historic Park

A former stage stop along the Cherokee Trail, the Four Mile Historic House is Denver’s oldest standing structure and the centerpiece of the surrounding 12-acre historic park. Hours: January-May, Friday through Sunday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; June-December, Wednesday through Sunday: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Reserve a library museum pass for the day of your visit Print or display your pass for...

History Colorado Center

Designed to ignite imaginations of all ages about Colorado history, the History Colorado Center is a hub for civic engagement and creates a rich experience for visitors through exhibits and programs that blend technology, media, environments and artifacts. Reserve a library museum pass for the day of your visit. Check email for confirmation Library pass holders must print or display your...

Molly Brown House Museum

Historic Denver’s Molly Brown House Museum enhances Denver’s unique identity by telling the story of Margaret “Molly” Brown’s activism, philanthropy and passion through educational programs, exhibits, and stewardship. Winter Hours: January 20th – March 20th, Wednesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., last entry at 3:20 p.m. Regular Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., last entry at 4 p.m....

Museo de las Americas

Located in the heart of the Art District on Santa Fe, Museo de las Americas is the premier Latin American art museum in the Rocky Mountain region. Check Museo de las Americas for current hours. Reserve a library museum pass for the day of your visit After reserving your pass visit www.museo.org to book your tickets. Select the day of your library pass reservation, choose a time, then use...

Museum of Contemporary Art Denver

Museum of Contemporary Art Denver (MCA Denver) explores the art and culture of our time through rotating exhibitions and public educational programs. Check the MCA website for seasonal hours of operation. Reserve a library museum pass for the day of your visit. Call 303-298-7554 to reserve timed entry tickets for a specific time slot. Each pass admits up to 4 adults. Free admission for...

Wings Over the Rockies

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum is located in Hangar #1 of the former Lowry Air Force Base in eastern Denver, Colorado. Today, the museum boasts more than 182,000 square feet of hangar space full of iconic aircraft, space vehicles, artifacts, military uniforms and much more. Passes are also good for admission at the Exploration of Flight, Centennial location. Hours differ at each...