Chicago Public Library Digital Museum Passes

Reserve free or discounted digital passes for participating museums, zoos, historical societies, and other cultural attractions.

Adult Chicago residentPhysical Chicago Public Library cardholder in good standing

Entitlement facts

Benefit type: Library access. Eligibility for a public or specialized library card, collection, lending network, or accessible library service. Taxonomy definition →
What it unlocks: Reserve free or discounted digital passes for participating museums, zoos, historical societies, and other cultural attractions.
Who qualifies: Adult Chicago resident; Physical Chicago Public Library cardholder in good standing
Requirements: Be an adult Chicago resident with a physical CPL card in good standing; reserve for a specific date and follow each attraction's identity, party-size, and redemption rules.
How to activate: Sign in to CPL's digital pass system with a library card and PIN, choose an available attraction and date, and bring the confirmation as instructed.
Cost basis: Included with a qualifying relationship. The benefit adds no separate charge, but the user must already have an eligible card, account, insurance plan, library card, membership, employment, or similar relationship that may itself cost money.
Cost and fees: No additional program fee; card eligibility, underlying library charges, replacement costs, and venue-specific add-ons may apply.
Geography: US, Chicago and participating Illinois attractions
Personalization: Published eligibility is not described as individually targeted.

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Eligibility is conditional, not guaranteed.

Check the provider's final terms immediately before applying, depositing funds, spending, or changing a paid relationship.

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Chicago Public Library Digital Museum Passes

Entitlement facts

Eligibility is conditional, not guaranteed.

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