The Library offers Adventure Passes to attractions in the greater Milwaukee Area. Citizens with a library card ages 18 and up can check out a pass for free admission to regional attractions: Betty Brinn Children's Museum, Mitchell Park Domes, Wisconsin Historical Society, Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, Horicon Aquatic Center, Kettle Moraine YMCA and the Milwaukee County Zoo. Please read through the library's policy.
First come, first serve.
No holds and/or advanced reservations.
Passes must be returned to the circulation desk during regular open hours.
If returned to either book return, a $10 fee is charged.
One pass per household at a time.
3-day checkout period. Passes returned after the loan period will be assessed a late charge of $10 per day.
Passes are due back to the circulation desk at JRML according to the following:
Betty Brinn Children's Museum
The library has one pass to the Betty Brinn Children’s Museum in Milwaukee. The pass admits up to six (6) people and includes discounted parking.
Mitchell Park Domes
The library has three (3) passes available. Each admits a family of four (4) and includes discounts at the gift shop. This is a "Household Pass." Only patrons who live in the same residence will get in with this pass. Patrons who live in a separate residence will need to purchase a ticket at the door.
Milwaukee County Zoo
The library has two (2) passes for the Milwaukee County Zoo. Each pass admits up to eight (8) people. Included are parking for one (1) vehicle and a discount at the gift shops
Schlitz Audubon Nature Center
The Library has one (1) pass for the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center located in Bayside, WI. The pass admits two (2) adults and all children aged 17 and under. Parking included.
Wisconsin Historical Society
The Library has one (1) pass for the Wisconsin Historical Society. The pass admits two (2) adults and all children under age 18. 10% off merchandise. With this pass, you can visit 12 sites in Wisconsin (see list below). JRML recommends checking each location's website for information about visiting.
12 sites to visit in Wisconsin
Harley-Davidson Museum
The Library has three (3) passes for the Harley-Davidson Museum. The pass admits two (2) adults and all children under age 18. 50% off additional tickets for party exceeding pass admission. 10% off store & restaurant.
Kettle Moraine YMCA
The Library has one (1) pass for the Kettle Moraine YMCA. The pass admits two (2) adults and all children under age 18. Adult must provide photo ID.
*This pass is only valid for the Kettle Moraine YMCA in West Bend*
Horicon Aquatic Center
The Library has one (1) pass for the Horicon Aquatic Center. The pass admits seven (7) people.
*This pass is only available during summer months, as determined by the City of Horicion. 2024 dates: June 1-August 18*