377 ELKWOOD AVENUE
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ 07974
908-665-0311

The New Providence Memorial Libary offers passes to the following museums that may be checked out for one week. The museum passes are generously funded by the Friends of the New Providence Memorial Library.           
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  • Imagine That! offers learning-focused structured play areas & exhibits for preschoolers & young children. It is located in Florham Park. The pass provides admission for four people.
  • The Morris Museum presents exhibits to engage all ages in the areas of art, science, history & the performing arts. It is located in Morristown. The pass provides admission for two adults and three children.
  • The Museum of Early Trades and Crafts presents and interprets the history, culture & lives of New Jersey's inhabitants, past & present with exhibits and activities for all ages. It is located in Madison. The pass provides admission for two adults and all children under 18. 
  • The Newark Museum holds major collections of American art, decorative arts, contemporary art and the arts of Asia, Africa, the Americas and the ancient world. It is located in Newark. The pass provides admission for two adults and all children under 17. 
  • Please Touch Museum helps children 6 months to age 8 discover the power of learning through play. Located in Philadelphia, its exhibits include the Imagination Playground and the Fairytale Garden. The pass provides admission for a total of 6 persons and free parking.  If you would like to use the library's pass, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. the following information: email address to send your e-ticket to, number of adults, number of children (6 person maximum, any combination of adults/children), requested date (museum is closed Tuesdays), backup date if first choice is unavailable.

Discount only: The Liberty Science Center in Jersey City will give you $3 off a regularly priced ticket or 10% off a membership. Visitors must present their library card at the time of purchase for the discount to apply. This offer cannot be combined with any other discounts or offers. Discounts can only be verified on site at the Box Office on the day of your visit. 

To see if a pass is currently available or not, search the catalog for museum pass.  You may place a hold on a pass that is currently checked out.

Sunlight to read by

Spring is sprouting with colorful blossoms and lingering evening sunlight. It's a great time to shake off the cold weather cobwebs and get outdoors.  

Take a walk to the library to check out a book, and use the natural light to read a little longer. You can browse our full catalog from anywhere. If you'll be out getting some exercise, try downloading an audiobook to keep you going. You can even stream music from Hoopla to add a little rhythm to your day. If you're suffering from cabin fever, the library is a great place to visit, no matter the weather. Come inside and be greeted with a smile from our welcoming staff, ask a librarian for help finding information or materials, or just pick your favorite nook to do some quiet reading or work.

There's so much to do at your local library. Mark down dates from our Calendar to add to yours. Join us!

 

Upcoming Events

May 25 03:00PM-Teen Take Out Box
May 26 10:00AM-Drop-in Play Fridays
May 26 03:45PM-Math Club
May 27 10:00AM-Crafterday
May 28 12:00AM-Library Closed

377 ELKWOOD AVENUE
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ 07974
908-665-0311