Explore More Illinois
Explore More Illinois allows cardholders from participating public libraries to reserve free and discounted admission, parking, and gift store purchases from cultural and recreational attractions in Illinois, including museums, cultural centers, zoos, aquariums, gardens, historical societies, park districts, and more.
How Do I Get A Pass?
- Log in with your library card credentials and browse for passes by date or attractions.
- Make your reservation and print or download your pass shortly before your visit.
- You can have three active reservations per library card.
- Please cancel your reservation(s) if unable to attend, otherwise the reservation will count as being used. Remember that once you print or download your pass you cannot cancel your reservation.
- Explore More Illinois users must be 18 years or older. Attractions may require a photo ID in addition to the reservation.
Museum Adventure Passes
Check out a museum! Receive discounts or passes to area museums and attractions, including the Brookfield Zoo and the Chicago Botanic Gardens.
How It Works
- Passes must be checked out in person at the library’s Information Desk.
- A limited number of passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- A valid Ela Library card must be presented.
- One Museum Adventure Pass may be checked out per family, per loan period. The loan period is seven days and will expire after the date printed on the pass.
- Admission offers vary per museum. Check museumadventure.org for specific details.