{"id":504770,"date":"2025-02-25T12:25:22","date_gmt":"2025-02-25T17:25:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/?page_id=504770"},"modified":"2026-08-27T14:44:54","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T18:44:54","slug":"museum-passes","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/cool-stuff\/museum-passes\/","title":{"rendered":"Museum Passes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Most passes are physical items available for pickup at the library\u2019s front desk; some are also available as digital passes. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis to GCC students, staff, and faculty.<\/p>\n<h2>Physical Passes<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Advanced reservations are not available.<\/li>\n<li>Passes must be picked up and returned at the library front desk.<\/li>\n<li>Passes have a seven-day loan period and cannot be renewed.<\/li>\n<li>Lost passes may result in a replacement fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Digital Passes<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Digital museum passes are available only to GCC students, staff, and faculty.<\/li>\n<li>All pass requests must be submitted through the online form.<\/li>\n<li>Approved passes are sent via email.<\/li>\n<li>Each pass is valid only for the single date requested.<\/li>\n<li>Requests must be submitted at least 24 hours and no more than 72 hours in advance of the requested date.<\/li>\n<li>Requests are processed Monday\u2013Friday during regular business hours.<\/li>\n<li>Digital passes are subject to availability and are not guaranteed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our CWMARS partner libraries also offer museum passes to a wide range of regional museums, historic sites, and other attractions. A complete list of available passes can be accessed through the <a href=\"https:\/\/gcc.cwmars.org\/Union\/Search?view=list&amp;showCovers=on&amp;lookfor=museum+pass&amp;searchIndex=Keyword&amp;searchSource=local\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Library Catalog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim gcc\">\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-arrow-circle-2 su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Brattleboro Museum &amp; Art Center<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><strong>Brattleboro, VT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A vibrant, non-collecting contemporary art museum focused on the work of living artists. An anchor of southern Vermont\u2019s cultural life, BMAC brings notable artists to Brattleboro while supporting the region\u2019s creative community.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The pass admits all members of one household, including adults, children, and caregivers, to exhibits only.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gcc.cwmars.org\/Record\/2379497?searchId=78217481&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;referred=resultIndex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check pass availability<\/a> at the GCC library and other CW\/MARS libraries in the area.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brattleboromuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about the Brattleboro Museum &amp; Art Center.<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A lost pass will result in a $10 replacement fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-arrow-circle-2 su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><strong>Amherst, MA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dedicated to celebrating and elevating picture book art, the Eric Carle Museum collects, preserves, and exhibits original artwork while fostering a lifelong appreciation for picture books.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The pass admits two adults and four children.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gcc.cwmars.org\/Record\/2195207?searchId=78204603&amp;recordIndex=3&amp;page=1&amp;referred=resultIndex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check pass availability<\/a> at the GCC library and other CW\/MARS libraries in the area.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/tppLcd7XpfooxV2y5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request a digital pass.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carlemuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art.<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A lost pass will result in a $150 replacement fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-arrow-circle-2 su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Frank Newhall Look Memorial Park<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><strong>Florence, MA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A privately run nonprofit park offering walking and biking paths, a duck pond, miniature railway, water park, tennis courts, playgrounds, paddle boats, miniature golf, picnic areas, and more.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The pass admits one carload.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gcc.cwmars.org\/Record\/3811607?searchId=78214620&amp;recordIndex=2&amp;page=1&amp;referred=resultIndex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check pass availability<\/a> at the GCC library and other CW\/MARS libraries in the area.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lookpark.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about the Frank Newhall Look Memorial Park.<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A lost pass will result in a $65 replacement fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-arrow-circle-2 su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Historic Deerfield<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><strong>Deerfield, MA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A museum dedicated to preserving the heritage of Deerfield and the Connecticut River Valley. Its historic houses, museums, and programs explore New England village life and regional history.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The pass admits four people.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gcc.cwmars.org\/Record\/2058575?searchId=78205385&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;referred=resultIndex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check for availability<\/a> at the GCC library and other CW\/MARS libraries in the area.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.historic-deerfield.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about the Historic Deerfield<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A lost pass will result in a $100 replacement fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-arrow-circle-2 su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Massachusetts Department of Conservation &amp; Recreation<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><strong>Locations throughout MA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Explore Massachusetts\u2019 state parks, forests, beaches and historic sites through the DCR system.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The pass provides free parking for one vehicle at more than 50 day-use state park facilities that charge a parking fee.<\/li>\n<li>The pass is not valid for buses, 15-passenger vans, camping, or parking at Quabbin Reservoir, Squantum Point, North Point, Newburyport, or Draw Seven Commuter Lots.<\/li>\n<li>DCR passes are available only to Massachusetts residents with MA license plates.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gcc.cwmars.org\/Record\/2365872?searchId=78218060&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;referred=resultIndex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check pass Availability<\/a> at the GCC library and other CW\/MARS libraries in the area.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mass.gov\/visit-massachusetts-state-parks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about Massachusetts State Parks<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A lost pass will result in a $10 replacement fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-arrow-circle-2 su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>MASS MoCA<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><strong>North Adams, MA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One of the largest centers for contemporary art in the country, MASS MoCA features expansive galleries, immersive installations, and dynamic visual and performing arts programming.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The pass admits two adults and two children under age 16.<\/li>\n<li>The pass is not valid for performing arts events or special events.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gcc.cwmars.org\/Record\/2143047?searchId=78206214&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;referred=resultIndex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check pass availability<\/a> at the GCC library and other CW\/MARS libraries in the area.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/tppLcd7XpfooxV2y5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request a digital pass.<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/massmoca.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about MASS MoCA<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A lost pass will result in a $275 replacement fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-arrow-circle-2 su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Pioneer Valley Symphony<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><strong>Locations throughout Western MA<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Founded in Greenfield in 1939, the PVS ensembles perform high-quality symphonic and choral music in Franklin, Hampshire, and Hampden Counties,<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pass benefit: May be redeemed for up to four (4) tickets to any concert during the 26\/27 season.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gcc.cwmars.org\/Record\/4231657?searchId=122665667&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=1&amp;referred=resultIndex\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check pass availability<\/a> at the GCC library and other CW\/MARS libraries in the area.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pvsoc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about the Pioneer Valley Symphony<\/a><\/li>\n<li>A lost pass will result in a $10 replacement fee.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Additional Free Admissions in Western MA<\/h2>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amherst.edu\/museums\/naturalhistory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amherst College, Beneski Museum of Natural History<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Explore the geological history of the Earth and the evolutionary history of its inhabitants through fossils, minerals, and other natural history specimens. Free and open to the public.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amherst.edu\/museums\/mead\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amherst College, Mead Art Museum<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Explore art from around the world, including American and European paintings, Asian art, African sculpture, and ancient objects. The museum features regularly changing exhibitions. Free and open to the public.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/artmuseum.mtholyoke.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mount Holyoke College Art Museum<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Explore a collection of approximately 24,000 works of art and objects from around the world. The museum offers exhibitions and programs that connect art with learning across disciplines.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mfa.org\/?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=brand&amp;promo=68413&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=14045653181&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADox1teWw34d-RE1kZNcFgmJth8R9&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjw687NBhB4EiwAQ645doPI0viGuYJywpIYMVcZ2zCglbrOSqt4Cp-AY5rS_MsBRaGU0FRTThoCMycQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Museum of Fine Arts, Boston<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Explore nearly 500,000 works spanning thousands of years and cultures, from ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces. Community college students receive free admission through the Pozen Community College Access Program. A valid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/gcc-student-id-card\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GCC Student ID Card<\/a> is required.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/scma.smith.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Smith College Museum of Art<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Explore more than 29,000 works of art and material culture from around the world, spanning a wide range of time periods and cultures. Free and open to the public.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most passes are physical items available for pickup at the library\u2019s front desk; some are also available as digital passes. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis to GCC students, staff, and faculty. Physical Passes Advanced reservations are not available. Passes must be picked up and returned at the library front desk. Passes have [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":506894,"parent":506405,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"class_list":["post-504770","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2026-10-21 22:08:17","action":"change-status","newStatus":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"pp_notify_user","extraData":[]},"publishpress_future_workflow_manual_trigger":{"enabledWorkflows":[]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/504770","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=504770"}],"version-history":[{"count":24,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/504770\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":507366,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/504770\/revisions\/507366"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/506405"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/506894"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/library\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=504770"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}