Museum Passes
Pine Bush Area Library offers free museum and park passes available to borrow with your library card. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis for a period of three days. Stop by the circulation desk to check one out.
The Museum at Bethel Woods
Step back in time at The Museum at Bethel Woods. Located on the exact grounds of the legendary 1969 Woodstock Music & Art Fair in Bethel, NY.
• Immersive Exhibits: Explore the award-winning Woodstock and The Sixties gallery featuring artifacts, films, and interactive multimedia displays
• Historic Grounds: Walk the preserved festival site, see the stage area, and even check out a restored hippie bus
Museum Village
Experience life in the19th century as you walk through a living history museum located in Monroe, NY.
• Explore historic buildings, including an apothecary, schoolhouse, print shop, broom & weaving shop, and blacksmith shop.
• A complete mastodon skeleton, discovered in the 1950s in nearby Harriman, NY
• Hands-on activities and demonstrations, like dipping candles, cloth making, and watching the blacksmith at work.
• Open Seasonally, check the dates with the museum first
• Library Pass admits 2 adults and 4 children
OPUS 40
Enjoy 6.5 acres of finely fitted bluestone, rising out of an abandoned quarry at the foot of Overlook Mountain located in Saugerties, NY
• The Quarryman’s Museum, which tells the story of the area’s bluestone quarrying
• Stone terraces, ramps, steps built by hand, using materials found on site without mortar or cement
• Library Pass admits 2 adults and 3 children OR 4 adults
Mohonk Preserve
Explore over 8,000 acres of stunning Shawangunk Ridge terrain, just minutes from Pine Bush.
• Unlimited trail access for hiking and trail running
• Carriage roads and footpaths
• Panoramic views of the Shawangunk Ridge
• One of the most scenic natural landscapes in the Hudson Valley
Motorcyclepedia
Explore over 650 motorcycles and countless pieces of memorabilia located in Newburgh, NY.
• Eight Themed Galleries, including Harley-Davidson, Movie bikes, Choppers, Police & Military, and European motorcycles.
• A complete Indian Motorcycle timeline, with a model from every year of the original Indian company (1901–1953).
• Library pass admits one adult and one guest.
NY Empire Pass
Free vehicle entry to most New York State Parks, recreational facilities, and historic sites statewide.
• Access to more than 250 New York State parks, beaches and historic sites.
• Day use at some NYDEC (The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation) sites
• Not valid on camping fees and most special events (check before going)
Storm King Art Center
One of the world’s most acclaimed outdoor sculpture parks, set across 500 breathtaking acres in New Windsor, NY.
• Full grounds admission included
• Monumental works by world-renowned artists
• Outdoor sculpture throughout a natural landscape
FDR Presidential Library
Visit the nation’s first presidential library dedicated to Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt located in Hyde Park, NY.
• Full museum admission included
• Exhibits on the New Deal era and World War II
• Permanent and rotating gallery collections
• *Library card not required* – Just come in and get your free pass
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a museum or park pass?
Stop by in person at the library and use your library card to check out and borrow your pass. Passes are available for Pine Bush Area Public Library card holders in good standing only. (No overdue blocks on their card)
How many people can be admitted with the pass?
Admission varies per pass. Some admit a carload, others admit by a number of adults and/or children. Ask circulation desk for more info.
Can I reserve the pass in advance or place a hold online?
No. Passes are first come, first serve and can only be borrowed in person.
How long can I use the pass?
Passes can be borrowed for 3 days. No renewals.
Can I borrow more than one pass at a time?
No. Limit one pass per person per 3 day checkout period.
How do I return the pass to the library?
Passes MUST be returned to the main library circulation desk during regular business hours. (PLEASE DO NOT PUT IN BOOKDROP)
Is this pass really free?
Yes! After you borrow the pass from the library, just bring that pass to your museum/park admission area. You DO NOT need to show your library card.
What if I don't return it back in 3 days?
All passes are FREE to checkout but will accrue a daily overdue fine if returned late. Fines vary per pass, see circulation desk for more details.
I don't have a library card, can I still get a pass?
No, but you are welcome to sign up for a free library card, if eligible. New library cards have processing times, so passes will not be available until you receive your card.