Hours: Mon-Fri 9-9 Sat 9-4 Sun 12-4
│Home│Directions│Calendar of Events│Museum Passes│Library Catalog│Friends of the Library│Contact Us│Site Map│
What is the program?
The library has a family museum pass to the American Museum of Natural History and the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum in New York City. These passes were donated by the Friends of the Secaucus Public Library and allow Secaucus families to visit the museums with free admission. Up to two adults and four children under the age of 16 may visit the American Museum of Natural History for free and up to six people, regardless of age, may visit the Intrepid for free. We require a $50 cash deposit when picking up either pass, which will be returned to you when it is brought back on time. The pass is given out on first come, first served reservations.
The library has a family museum pass to the American Museum of Natural History and the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum in New York City. These passes were donated by the Friends of the Secaucus Public Library and allow Secaucus families to visit the museums with free admission. Up to two adults and four children under the age of 16 may visit the American Museum of Natural History for free and up to six people, regardless of age, may visit the Intrepid for free. We require a $50 cash deposit when picking up either pass, which will be returned to you when it is brought back on time. The pass is given out on first come, first served reservations.
Borrowing Policy
Databases
Children
Teens
Reference
Literacy
How do I sign up?
To reserve a pass to either museum, please contact the library during the hours of 9 am- 5 pm, Monday - Friday. We will ask you for your name, phone number, and requested day.
To reserve a pass to either museum, please contact the library during the hours of 9 am- 5 pm, Monday - Friday. We will ask you for your name, phone number, and requested day.
Study & Meeting
Rooms
Rooms
Who is eligible?
The passes can be used by any Secaucus resident, 18 and over, with a library card in good standing.
The passes can be used by any Secaucus resident, 18 and over, with a library card in good standing.
How long do I get to keep the pass?
The pass is loaned for 2 days during the week. Those using the pass on the weekends pick up the pass on Friday and return it on Monday.
The pass is loaned for 2 days during the week. Those using the pass on the weekends pick up the pass on Friday and return it on Monday.
What museums can I visit?
We have two family passes to the American Museum of Natural History. This museum is located at 79th Street and Central Park West in New York City. Two adults and up to four children under the age of 16 may visit for free. With the pass, you will also receive discounts for the planetarium and IMAX shows and in the gift shop and food courts.
We have one pass to the newly renovated Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum located on the West side of Manhattan on Pier 86, 12th Ave. and 46th Street in New York City. This pass allows for up to six people, regardless of age, to visit for free. There are no additional discounts with this pass.
We have two family passes to the American Museum of Natural History. This museum is located at 79th Street and Central Park West in New York City. Two adults and up to four children under the age of 16 may visit for free. With the pass, you will also receive discounts for the planetarium and IMAX shows and in the gift shop and food courts.
We have one pass to the newly renovated Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum located on the West side of Manhattan on Pier 86, 12th Ave. and 46th Street in New York City. This pass allows for up to six people, regardless of age, to visit for free. There are no additional discounts with this pass.
Museum Pass Program FAQ
Can I borrow the passes on a walk-in basis?
Usually not. This is a very popular program and the passes are booked months in advance. However, cancellations do occur, so it is best to call us to see if we can accommodate you.
Do you have tickets?
No, we do not have tickets for the museums. It is a membership pass that we loan out to those who reserve the pass in advance.
Do I need to have a library card in order to use the pass?
Yes. To visit the Intrepid museum, you must present your Secaucus Library card when showing the membership badge at the admission counter. When visiting the American Museum of Natural History, you do not need to present your library card; however, we encourage all Secaucus residents to get a library card -- because it's the best card to have! When picking up the pass, we will check your library card account to make sure there are no outstanding fines or overdues. We require a library card in good standing as part of our pass program.
What do I do if I can't pick up the pass or I need to change the date that I want to go?
If you can't pick up the pass personally, you may designate another family member or friend, over the age of 18, to pick it up.
If there's an extenuating circumstance, and you're going to be later than 5 pm to pick up the pass, please call us and we'll try to accommodate you.
If you need to change the date you want to go, please let us know as soon as possible. Please understand that this is a very popular program and dates are reserved months ahead of time. We recommend that you do not change your day because you may not be able to get a new date for quite some time.
Does everyone that is visiting the museum with me need to be a Secaucus resident or a family member?
No, only the person responsible for the pass needs to be a resident.
What if there's a cancellation?
Just call us 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday and we can let you know if there are any openings.
What do I do if I lose the pass while I am borrowing it?
When you pick up the pass, you will fill out a contract stipulating that you are responsible for the pass and in the event it is lost or stolen, you will assume the entire cost of replacing it. A lost American Museum of Natural History pass will cost $115.00. A lost Intrepid pass is $50.00.
What time do I have to pick up and return the pass?
You must pick up the pass no later than 5 pm on the day of your reservation. The pass must be returned no later than 5 pm on the return date. Returning passes late will forfeit your $50.00 deposit.
What hours are the museums open and how do I get there?
When you pick up the pass, we give you a packet with information about the museum with directions, hours, maps, etc. However, exhibits and times change so it is best to check the museums' websites: amnh.org and intrepidmuseum.org for the most accurate information.
Can I borrow the passes on a walk-in basis?
Usually not. This is a very popular program and the passes are booked months in advance. However, cancellations do occur, so it is best to call us to see if we can accommodate you.
Do you have tickets?
No, we do not have tickets for the museums. It is a membership pass that we loan out to those who reserve the pass in advance.
Do I need to have a library card in order to use the pass?
Yes. To visit the Intrepid museum, you must present your Secaucus Library card when showing the membership badge at the admission counter. When visiting the American Museum of Natural History, you do not need to present your library card; however, we encourage all Secaucus residents to get a library card -- because it's the best card to have! When picking up the pass, we will check your library card account to make sure there are no outstanding fines or overdues. We require a library card in good standing as part of our pass program.
What do I do if I can't pick up the pass or I need to change the date that I want to go?
If you can't pick up the pass personally, you may designate another family member or friend, over the age of 18, to pick it up.
If there's an extenuating circumstance, and you're going to be later than 5 pm to pick up the pass, please call us and we'll try to accommodate you.
If you need to change the date you want to go, please let us know as soon as possible. Please understand that this is a very popular program and dates are reserved months ahead of time. We recommend that you do not change your day because you may not be able to get a new date for quite some time.
Does everyone that is visiting the museum with me need to be a Secaucus resident or a family member?
No, only the person responsible for the pass needs to be a resident.
What if there's a cancellation?
Just call us 9 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday and we can let you know if there are any openings.
What do I do if I lose the pass while I am borrowing it?
When you pick up the pass, you will fill out a contract stipulating that you are responsible for the pass and in the event it is lost or stolen, you will assume the entire cost of replacing it. A lost American Museum of Natural History pass will cost $115.00. A lost Intrepid pass is $50.00.
What time do I have to pick up and return the pass?
You must pick up the pass no later than 5 pm on the day of your reservation. The pass must be returned no later than 5 pm on the return date. Returning passes late will forfeit your $50.00 deposit.
What hours are the museums open and how do I get there?
When you pick up the pass, we give you a packet with information about the museum with directions, hours, maps, etc. However, exhibits and times change so it is best to check the museums' websites: amnh.org and intrepidmuseum.org for the most accurate information.
© 2010 Secaucus Public Library and Business Resource Center
1379 Paterson Plank Road Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 330-2083 or email us
1379 Paterson Plank Road Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 330-2083 or email us