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Experience Passes

Introducing NEW Experience Passes!

About Our Experience Passes

Metro Library customers now have the opportunity to experience the Oklahoma City metro area in a new way using their Metro Library account. Customers can visit a local library to check out an Experience Pass to one of four museum experiences including Oklahoma City Museum of Art (OKCMOA), the Oklahoma History Center, The American Banjo Museum, and Skeletons: Museum of Osteology. 

Each library has one Experience Pass for each of the four locations available to loan for up to seven days. You can check the availability of experience passes here. Only one pass per family at a time can be checked out. Each pass includes the following: 

 

Oklahoma City Museum of Art

One pass allows admission for up to five people  

 

The Oklahoma History Center

One pass allows admission for up to five people  

 

Skeletons: Museum of Osteology

One pass allows admission for up to two adults and two children  

 

American Banjo Museum

One pass allows admission for up to five people  

 

Rules for use 

  • Experience passes cannot be renewed. 

  • Only one pass may be checked out at a time per household. 

  • Overdue fines are $1 per day up to a total of $30. 


The lost item charge for each pass is as follows:

  • OKCMOA: $60
  • Oklahoma History Center: $50
  • Skeletons: Museum of Osteology: $40
  • American Banjo Museum: $60

 

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Art Night

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Del City Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Del City Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Del City)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Event Description:

You’re never too young or too old to make art! Join us the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month for open-ended creation inspired by different artists and techniques. Children age six and younger should be accompanied by an adult.

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:45am
Jones Library
Library Branch: Jones Library
Room: Meeting Room (Jones)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes

Join us for a storytime at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents and caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and more!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Natural Dyes for Kids

10:00am - 11:00am
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Description:

Gabrielle Reyes, from BlackSoil Urban Farm will be teaching the class how to use plants and herbs to create nontoxic, safe, natural dyes!

This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Birth-PreK, Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs, Storytimes
Event Description:

So much more than books! Join us as a librarian introduces little ones to the library and shows parents/caregivers how to create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying rhymes, songs, books, and a craft.

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yoga on the Patio

10:15am - 11:15am
Choctaw Library
Registration
Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Covered Patio (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:

No matter your level of experience there is something to gain from these all level classes. Yoga has numerous benefits, such as increased flexibility, improved muscle strength, increased blood flow, better posture, balance, and more!

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Pet Food Pantry

11:30am - 12:30pm
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Outdoors (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community & Civics, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

The Pet Food Pantry of Oklahoma, Central Oklahoma's Food Bank for Pets, will bring their mobile food pantry to the Ralph Ellison parking lot to give away food for your dog or cat. Food available while supplies last.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Live Piano Music

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Join us every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday that the library is open down in the first floor atrium. We have fantastic volunteer pianists playing our baby grand piano.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

End of Summer Party

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Midwest City Library
Library Branch: Midwest City Library
Room: Outdoors (Midwest City)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cultural Experiences, Family Programs, Games & Gaming, Outdoor Program
Event Description:

Our outdoor end-of-summer bash will get you outside with our engaging games. Let's make the most of these final days of sunshine together!

Please wear comfy clothing and sunscreen. Don't forget your water!

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