We are proud and pleased to be able to now offer the "Museum Adventure Pass, presented by Macy's." Beginning April 1st Homer Township Public Library card holders can receive free admission to 19 exciting museums and cultural institutions throughout the Chicago area. Brookfield Zoo, the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Oriental Institute, Bronzeville Children’s Museum and Morton Arboretum are among those included. This special opportunity is made possible by a generous contribution from Macy's.
Visit the library to pick up a one week pass for the museum of your choice. They are available on a first come, first served basis.
Background
The Museum Adventure Pass Program launched September 1st, 2009, and is a first of its kind partnership in the greater Chicago area for Macy’s, the DuPage, Metropolitan, North Suburban, ten libraries in Prairie Area Library Systems, 19 local arts and cultural organizations, and more than 160 suburban area public libraries. Since the program launch, library patrons have checked out over 23,000 passes to participating institutions.
So many adventures await – some you might never have expected! All you need to take part in these learning adventures is a valid Homer library card.
The Museum Adventure Pass program is designed to enhance the learning experience for people of all ages through books and other library materials, and to provide access to arts and cultural organizations. For a full listing of participating institutions and for check-out guidelines, go to www.museumadventure.org, or ask the next time you visit the library.
"The Museum Adventure Pass is a truly innovate approach to education that Macy's is thrilled to support," said Brad Poterack, District Vice President, Macy's. "Our hope is that people who may not have access to the wonderful local arts and cultural scene will use this program as a learning tool for themselves and their families, and realize that libraries are a great way to explore and learn something new."
Participating organizations include:
Air Classics Museum of Air and Space
Arlington Heights Historical Museum
Bronzeville Children's Museum
Brookfield Zoo
Cantigny Park
Chicago Botanic Garden
Children's Museum of Oak Lawn
Cuneo Museum and Gardens
Elgin History Museum
Elgin Public Museum
Graue Mill and Museum
Hellenic Museum
KidsWork Children's Museum
Kohl Children's Museum
Lake County Discovery Museum
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
Morton Arboretum
Oriental Institute Museum
St. Charles Heritage Museum
About Macy's
Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc., is known for epic events like Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities that make a difference in the lives of their customers.
