Holiday Closures

We will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, and Wednesday, December 25, as well as Tuesday, December 31, and Wednesday, January 1. We wish you a joyful holiday season and a happy New Year.

Museum Passes

Winnetka-Northfield Public Library District belongs to two programs that offer passes to select Illinois cultural attractions, including museums, zoos, gardens, and more. Partner organizations offer benefits such as free admission or special discounts to pass holders. Passes are free to library card holders; some restrictions apply.

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Museum Adventure Pass

WNPLD card holders can receive free admission and discounts to many museums and cultural institutions throughout the Chicago area. Stop in at either library location or give us a call to get a pass.

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Explore More Illinois

Explore More Illinois allows WNPLD card holders to reserve free and discounted admission, parking, and gift store purchases from cultural attractions in Illinois, including museums, cultural centers, zoos, aquariums, gardens, historical societies, park districts, and more.

Featured Locations

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Brookfield Zoo

First Ave. and 31st St., Brookfield, IL 60513

Hours: Weekdays 10am - 5pm & Weekends 10am - 6pm

Zoo Website
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Chicago Botanic Garden

1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022

Hours: **Visitors with this MAP pass are NOT required to preregister to enter.

June 24 - September 7 (Summer Hours)

Garden Grounds Daily: 8am - 8pm

September 8 - November 12 (Fall Hours)

Garden Grounds *Hours for specific attractions can be found here.

Garden Website
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Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center

9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, Illinois 60076

Hours: Wednesday - Monday, 10am - 5pm (Last entry at 4pm)

Museum Website