Thanks to the generosity of our patrons and the Friends of the New Durham Public Library, we’re able to offer our patrons the following passes, each good for free or reduced admission.
HOW TO RESERVE
Call or come in to the library to reserve your pass to ensure it’s available on the day you’d like!
American Independence Museum
Located in Exeter, New Hampshire’s Revolutionary War Capital, the American Independence Museum features a collection of 3,000 historic artifacts related to the American Revolution. The museum is dedicated to telling the multifaceted story of this country’s fight for independence and is comprised of the 1721 Ladd-Gilman House and the 1775 Folsom Tavern.
1 Governor's Lane, Exeter, NH 03833
(603) 772-2622
Pass is good for free admission for 2 adults and 2 children (under 18).
Children under 6 are always free!
View the Independence Museum’s website for complete ticketing information, hours, and exhibit information.
Strawbery Banke Museum
The Strawbery Banke Museum is a 10-acre campus where over 300 years of history come to life. Located in the charming Puddle Dock neighborhood by the mouth of the Piscataqua River, you can spend hours touring historic houses, meeting engaging costumed roleplayers, watching traditional craft demonstrations, and exploring historical gardens and landscapes.
14 Hancock Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 433-1100
Pass is good for free admission for 2 adults and 4 children (under 18).
Children under 5 are always free!
View the Strawbery Banke Museum website for complete ticketing information, hours, and exhibit information.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center offers spectacular live animal exhibits, hiking trails, natural science education programs, guided Squam Lake Cruises, public gardens, and more. The Science Center is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and is the only AZA-accredited institution in northern New England.
23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH 03245
603-968-7194
Pass is good for reduced trail admission of $10 each for up to four patrons.
Children 2 and under are free.
View the Squam Lakes website for complete ticketing information, reservations, hours, and exhibit information.
Wright Museum of World War II
The Wright Museum was founded to help people appreciate the exceptional contributions made by Americans during World War II, both in the battle fields and on the home front. With an astounding collection of 14,000 WWII-era artifacts, memorabilia, and fully operational military vehicles, this 30,000 sq. ft. museum is renowned for telling the story of World War II Americans.
77 Center Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
(603) 569-1212
Pass is good for free admission for 2 adults and 4 children.
Children 4 and under are always free!
View the Wright Museum website for complete ticketing information, hours, and exhibit information.
Libby Museum of Natural History
The Libby Museum is absolutely beautiful and perfect for artists and naturalists alike. Their 3,000 item collection reflects Dr. Libby’s love of the natural world, from birds and furred animals to skeletons and exotic artifacts. The displays take their inspiration from Germany’s sixteenth century Wunderkammer (curiosity cabinets) and are exquisitely maintained.
755 North Main Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
(603) 569-1035
Pass is good for free admission for 2 adults and their children.
Children 16 and under are always free!
View the Libby Museum website for complete ticketing information, hours, and exhibit information.
New Hampshire Boat Museum
Located on Lake Wentworth, the New Hampshire Boat Museum celebrates the boating heritage and life on the lakes and rivers of New Hampshire. There’s a lot going on at this museum! View vintage and antique watercraft, models, motors, and boating-related items and enjoy hands-on activities. They also teach boat building, sailing, and hold model yacht races!
399 Center Street, Wolfeboro, NH 03894
(603) 569-4554
Pass is good for free admission for 2 adults and 2 children.
Children 13 and under are always free at the Boat Museum!
View the Boat Museum website for complete ticketing information, hours, and exhibit information.
McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center
The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center has an amazing collection of interactive exhibits where you can delve into the worlds of astronomy, aviation, Earth and space sciences. They have an incredible planetarium theater, a high-tech observatory, programming for all ages, and lots of workshops for Little Explorers!
2 Institute Drive, Concord, NH 03301
(603) 271-7827
Pass is good for free admission for 2 adults and 2 children.
Children 2 and under are always free.
View the Discovery Center website for complete ticketing information, hours, and exhibit information.
SEE SCIENCE CENTER
The SEE Science Center is an interactive learning center in Manchester, New Hampshire. This children's museum is all about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on experiences and live demonstrations. The SEE Science Center is loaded with interactive exhibits that allow visitors to learn through experience!
200 Bedford Street, Manchester, NH 03101
(603) 699-0400
Pass is good for free admission for two people.
Children 2 and under are free.
View the See Science Center website for complete ticketing information, hours, and exhibit info.
NOTE: Each of these locations may have special rules regarding Covid. They may require that you make a reservation or they may have special hours in place. Be sure to check the museum website when planning your visit!