Museum & Park Passes

Use your Batavia Public Library card to receive admission or a special discount at participating Chicagoland or Illinois cultural institutions.  

The Library participates in two programs—Museum Adventure Pass and Explore More Illinois.  More details listed below:

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Museum Adventure Pass

Passes are limited to one per family for a seven-day period and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.  To receive a pass, please visit the Youth Services Desk and show your Batavia Public Library card.

For details on participating institutions and what offers and restrictions apply, please visit the Museum Adventure Pass website.

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Explore More Illinois

Explore More Illinois is a free service that provides instant online access to free and discounted tickets to museums, science centers, sporting events, zoos, park districts, theatres, and other fun and local cultural venues.

Adults 18 years of age or older with a Batavia Public Library card may use their card to make up to three active reservations at a time and print and download their pass.  Attractions may require a photo ID in addition to the reservation.

To learn more about participating institutions and obtain reservations, visit the Explore More Illinois website.

Featured MAP Locations

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Cantigny Park

With gardens, a museum, dining options, picnic areas, hiking trails, educational opportunities and more, Cantigny Park offers something for everyone.

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Chicago Botanic Garden

Situated on nine islands in the northern Cook County Forest Preserves, the botanic center features 28 gardens to explore.

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Illinois Railway Museum

IRM is the largest railway museum in the United States. Located northwest of Chicago, they offer rides on steam, diesel, and electric trains.

Featured EMI Locations

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DuPage Children's Museum

Designed for children ages 0-10 years, the Museum invites families to explore hands-on exhibits where learning happens through play.

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The Morton Arboretum

Botanic garden and research center focused on conserving the trees that sustain our planet.