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In partnership with Georgia Public Library Service and other agencies, DeKalb County Public Library offers passes for free admission to Georgia attractions. Adult patrons with a valid DeKalb County Public Library card may check out these passes from our branches. Patrons may have up to two passes checked out at one time.
We also offer electricity monitors, electric engravers, hotspots, and Chromebooks for checkout.
The Alliance Theatre pass is good for up to two (2) free visitors to productions on the Hertz or Coca-Cola Stages, or for four (4) tickets for Family Series performances. Founded in 1968, the Alliance Theatre is the leading producing theater in the Southeast, reaching more than 165,000 patrons annually.
To redeem the pass, visit alliancetheatre.org and enter the promo code on the back of the pass before selecting tickets. The pass must be presented at the Alliance Theatre along with the tickets to the performance. Not valid for other performances, classes, camps, programming, or events.
Visit alliancetheatre.org for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Atlanta History Center pass allows up to six (6) free admissions to the Center. The Center features 33 acres of historic houses, gardens, & award-winning exhibitions.
The pass may be presented at the Museum for free admission, or you may pre-purchase tickets online at atlantahistorycenter.com using the code on the back of the pass at checkout. The pass must be presented at the Museum along with any tickets purchased online. Pass not valid for special exhibits or events.
Visit atlantahistorycenter.com for additional information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Passport to Puppetry allows up to four (4) free admissions to the World of Puppetry museum OR 25% off one all-inclusive ticket, which includes a Family Series Performance, a Create-A-Puppet Workshop, and the Museum. The Museum features two signature galleries, including the Jim Henson Gallery, and an annual calendar of rotating special exhibitions.
Not valid for online sales, for previously purchased tickets, for group ticket sales, or with any other discount.
Visit puppet.org for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Chattahoochee Nature Center Pass allows up to four (4) free admissions to the Chattahoochee Nature Center. Experience interactive exhibits, live animal habitats, and hands-on fun all overlooking the Chattahoochee River.
Pass includes entry to regular and seasonal exhibits, but is not valid for special exhibits or events.
Visit chattnaturecenter.org for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Computer Museum of America pass allows up to four (4) free admissions to the Museum. The Museum is the largest technology museum on the East Coast, and offers interactive exhibits featuring artifacts from the digital revolution.
Pass not valid for special exhibits or events.
Visit computermuseumofamerica.org for additional information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Georgia State Parks and Historic Sites Pass allows free parking at any of Georgia’s state parks and historic sites, as well as two (2) free admissions into any of Georgia’s historic sites. Pass not valid for special events, tours, or program fees.
Visit gastateparks.org for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
Consider also checking out a Discovery Backpack for your trip. The backpack includes binoculars and three foldout, weatherproof guides: Georgia’s Trees; Georgia’s Wildlife; and Georgia’s Trees and Wildflowers. To check backpack availability, call your library branch or find it in Library’s catalog.
The Go Fish Education Center Pass allows up to four (4) free admissions to the Center in Perry, GA. Visitors may tour the freshwater aquarium, observe a fish hatchery and, with purchase of a fishing license, fish in a fully stocked casting pond.
Visit gofisheducationcenter.com for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Macon Museum Pass allows up to four (4) free admissions to the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, Museum of Arts and Sciences, and Tubman Museum. Access a rich history of cultural, scientific, artistic and athletic achievement through illuminating exhibits and educational programming.
Pass not valid for special exhibits or events.
Visit georgiasportshalloffame.com, masmacon.org, and tubmanmuseum.com for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Michael C. Carlos Museum Pass allows up to six (6) free admissions to the Museum. The Carlos Museum has the largest ancient art collections in the Southeast, including objects from ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, the Near East, Africa and the ancient Americas.
Pass may not be used for audio tours, special exhibits, or special programs.
Visit carlos.emory.edu for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Family Theatre Pass allows up to four (4) free tickets to a performance at the Shakespeare Tavern or for four (4) free box seats to a tiered seating performance. Watch Shakespearean plays, classic theatre, and a whole lot more in a casual tavern atmosphere.
Pass must be presented at the Shakespeare Tavern box office to receive free tickets. Valid for general admission tickets only. Pass not valid for food, beverages, special events, or non-Atlanta Shakespeare company performances.
Visit shakespearetavern.com for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Southeastern Railway Museum Pass allows up to four (4) free admissions to the Museum. In operation since 1970, the Southeastern Railway Museum features about 90 items of rolling stock including historic Pullman cars and classic steam locomotives.
Pass does not include train rides.
Visit srmduluth.org for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum Pass allows up to four (4) free admissions to the Museum. Pass not valid for special exhibits or events. The Breman is a cultural center in Atlanta dedicated to Jewish history, culture and arts with special emphasis on Georgia and the Holocaust.
Visit thebreman.org for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.
The Zoo Atlanta Pass allows up to four (4) free admissions to Zoo Atlanta. The Zoo is home to more than 1,000 animals representing more than 200 species from around the world, many of them endangered or critically endangered.
Entry voucher will be issued with pass at checkout. Present both pass and voucher at front gate for admission. Pass valid for general admission only and does not include special event admission or parking.
Visit zooatlanta.org for additional pass information. To check pass availability, call your library branch or visit the Library’s catalog.