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Kanopy
The films that truly resonate with us do more than just entertain. They inspire us, enrich us, and challenge our perspectives. Kanopy ensures that these films reach viewers around the world. Kanopy streams thoughtful entertainment to your preferred device with no fees and no commercials by partnering with public libraries and universities. Everyone from film scholars to casual viewers will discover remarkable and enriching films on Kanopy. New titles added every month! Kanopy Kids: Educational, Enriching, Entertaining Kanopy’s dedication to thoughtful entertainment includes educational and engaging videos for children of all ages—as well as the young at heart. Parents can trust that our catalog encourages social and emotional development, promotes respect for community diversity, and inspires creativity. Browse Kanopy Kids and discover the videos that spark children’s imagination.
Museum PassesThe Children’s Museum at Roaring Brook Nature Center
70 Gracey Road, Canton, CT 06019 | 860-693-0263 Hours: Thu - Sat 10 am - 4 pm, Sun 1 - 4 pm. Library member pass provides 1 free admission with each paid admission. Maximum of 4 free admissions per day, per card. Pass can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. Connecticut State Parks: Centers and Historic Buildings State Parks Division: 860-424-3200 Hours: Mon - Sat 9 am - 5 pm, Sun 11 am - 5 pm. Museum Pass: Free admission for 2 adults and 4 children to: Gillette Castle State Park 67 River Road, East Haddam, CT 06423 | 860-526-2336 Open daily 10 am - 4 pm, May 28 - Sep 5, 2022; grounds open daily year-round, 8 am to sunset. Advance purchase of tickets is highly recommended. Weekends are frequently sold out. Purchase tickets here and select the Library Pass option after selecting a tour time. Dinosaur State Park 400 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 | (860) 529-5816 Grounds are open daily 9 - 4:30. Trails close at 4 p.m. Children under 5 are free. Exhibit Center closed to the public until at least August 1, 2022; outdoor park areas remain open. Fort Trumbull State Park 90 Wallbach Street, New London, CT 06320 | (860) 444-7591 Park buildings open Wed - Sun 9 am - 4 pm, Memorial Day through Columbus Day. The Park is open daily year-round. Children under 5 are free. Pass can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. Connecticut's Old State House 800 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103 | (860) 522-6766 Hours: Tue - Sat 12 – 5 pm (Last ticket sold one hour before close) Museum Pass: Free admission for up to 4 visitors Passes can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. At the Old State House, children under 5 are free. Active duty military and veterans are also free with ID. Earthplace 10 Woodside Lane, Westport, CT 06880 | (203) 557-4400 Hours: Mon - Sat 9 am - 5 pm, Sun 11 am - 5 pm. Museum Pass: Free admission for up to 4 people. Pass can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art 125 West Bay Road, Amherst, MA 01002 | (413) 559-6300 Hours: Thu - Fri 10 am - 4 pm, Sat 10 am - 5 pm, Sun 12 pm - 5 pm. Museum Pass: Free admission for 2 adults and up to 4 children (18 and under). Pass can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. Florence Griswold Museum 96 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371 | (860) 434-5542 Hours: Jan – Mar: Tue – Sat 10 am – 5 pm, Sun 1 – 5 pm; Apr – Dec: Tue – Sun 10 am – 5 pm Museum Pass: Free admission for 2 adults and 2 children (under 12). Pass can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. The Mattatuck Museum 144 West Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702 | (203) 753-0381 Hours: Mon – Wed & Fri – Sat 11 am – 5 pm, Thu 11 am – 7 pm (Late Hours), Sun 11 am – 4 pm. Museum Pass: Free admission for any 4 people (the Beekley has 2 passes for a maximum of 8 people). Passes can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. At the Matt, children under 5 are free. The Matt is a Blue Star Museum offering free admission to all active-duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The Neuberger Museum 735 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase, NY 10577| (203) 753-0381 Hours: Mon – Tue CLOSED. Wed – Sun 12 pm – 5 pm. Museum Pass: Admission is currently FREE for all visitors. Passes can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. At the Neuberger, children 12 and under are free. The Neuberger is a Blue Star Museum offering free admission to all active-duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day to Labor Day. New Britain Museum of American Art 56 Lexington Street, New Britain, CT 06052 | (860) 229-0257 Hours: Mon-Tue Closed, Wed-Sun 10 am – 5 pm, Thu 10 am – 8 pm. Library pass admits up to four people free. Pass can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. At the NBMAA, children under 12 are free. Saturday admission from 10 am to noon is free due to support from the American Savings Foundation. The NBMAA is a Blue Star Museum offering free admission to active members of the military (and up to five of their family members) from Memorial Day to Labor Day; select "Member" when purchasing tickets to receive free admission. The Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art 600 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103 | 860-278-2670 Hours: Thu – Sun 12 – 5 pm Museum Pass: Free admission for any 2 adults (the Beekley has 2 passes for a maximum of 4 adults). Passes can be checked out for 3 days. If returned later there is a $5/day fee. At the Wadsworth, Hartford residents and youth (age 17 and under) are free. The Wadsworth is a Blue Star Museum offering free admission to active members of the military (and up to five of their family members) to veterans. For families, arrive between noon and 2pm on the second Saturday of each month and enjoy free admission for the day. Visit the museum website for more admissions opportunities. |
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