We are delighted to offer Museum & Recreational Passes at Swarthmore Public Library! Generously funded by several organizations, 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
- Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 6 individuals; best enjoyed by children 7 years and older
- Daytime visits / does not cover special events
- Hands on House in Lancaster [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 6 individuals
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Magic Gardens in Philadelphia [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 2 adults and 3 children
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Mutter Museum in Philadelphia [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 4 individuals.
- Sponsored by the Library Foundation of Delaware County
- Railroad Museum in Strasburg PA [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 4 individuals
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- The Academy of Natural Sciences [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 2 adults and 5 children <18
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Elmwood Park Zoo [check for current hours and protocols before visit] (2 passes available)
- Admits 2 adults and 6 children <18
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Penn Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology [check for current hours / protocols before visit]
- Admits 2 adults and all children in household <18
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 2 adults and 4 children <18
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Museum of the American Revolution [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 2 adults and 4 children <18
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Tyler Arboretum [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 4 individuals
- Sponsored by the Library Foundation of Delaware County
- National Liberty Museum [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 2 adults and 4 children <18
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Independence Seaport Museum [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 2 adults and 4 children <18
- Sponsored by the Friends of the Swarthmore Public Library
- Brandywine Conservancy & Museum of Art [check for current hours and protocols before visit] (2 passes available)
- Admits 4 individuals
- Sponsored by PECO.
- Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation [check for current hours and protocols before visit]
- Admits 6 individuals
- Swarthmore Swim Club [available summer 2024]
- Valid May 28th through September 1, 2024
- Admits up to 2 adults and 3 children
- Pass is limited to 2 checkouts per season per household to encourage equitable access to the pass.
- Consecutive checkouts will not be permitted.
- All guest pass users will need to provide contact information / sign a waiver at the Swim Club prior to admittance.
How can I borrow a library museum & recreational pass?
Museum & recreational 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 online catalog here. If a pass says “Check Shelf,” the pass is currently available. Passes can be picked up at the Library.
Where can I return a museum & recreational pass?
Passes must be returned only to the Swarthmore Public Library. Passes may be placed in the external book return if the library is closed.
How long can I keep a museum & recreational pass?
A museum & recreational 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 $1 per day will apply. If the pass is lost, the fee will be the full cost of the pass.