Pikes Peak Culture Pass
Pikes Peak Culture Pass lets you explore museums and attractions in the Pikes Peak region at no cost – all you need is a library card! By collaborating with local organizations, PPLD provides free admission passes for check out, similar to how you check out an eBook or other electronic resource. The Pikes Peak Culture Pass will increase opportunities for education and cultural learning, creating increased connection between books and hands-on experiences.
Please check with locations for closures or changes in operating hours.
How does it work?
Patrons 12 years old and older with a valid PPLD library card (400 series accounts in good standing) can access a dedicated reservation page and book a pass online up to 30 days in advance by searching either the desired location or the date. Patrons can print their confirmation, which will serve as their entry ticket, directly from home or at any Library location. The admission pass is only valid on the date requested. The number of people admitted per pass varies by location and will be shown on the reservation page and printed confirmation. Patrons will be allowed to reserve two admission passes per destination per year.
RESERVATIONS ARE ONLY OPEN 30 DAYS IN ADVANCE.
What locations can I visit?
Denver Museum of Nature & Science Sunsetting Free Library Museum Pass Program
Starting Jan. 1, 2025, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science is sunsetting its Public Library Museum Pass "Be A Member For A Day" partnership program with public libraries, which means it will no longer be a Culture Pass partner. They are committed to making the museum accessible to everyone and are exploring new and sustainable ways to provide access for individuals and families who might face barriers to visiting. They are offering a new membership discount for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)/EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) benefit recipients. Eligible individuals and households will be able to purchase a Family membership for $25.
Additional information on the Museum’s discounts and pricing.
The Library is currently in partnership with the following museums and cultural institutions:
The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
The 132,286 square-foot facility hosts major international traveling and ever-changing exhibitions featuring works from the FAC’s significant permanent collection, bringing a wide variety of art experiences to Colorado Springs.
The Center for Colorado Women's History
The Center for Colorado Women’s History is the first state museum focused on the past, present and future achievements of Colorado women. The Center for Colorado Women’s History focuses on scholarship, research, public programs, narrative, lectures, school tours and exhibits that expand the understanding and collective memory of the history of women in Colorado. The museum offers bold exhibits, personalized tours, and special events year-round.
Michael Garman Museum & Gallery
This gallery features the works of sculptor Michael Garman, including many of his large-scale Cityscape Street Scenes. This includes Michael’s largest creation Magic Town, which is a 1/6th scale miniaturized urban neighborhood, complete with dozens of handcrafted buildings, alleyways, and sidewalk scenes. Many incorporate what Michael referred to as “Magical Elements”. These “Magical Elements” include scene changing rooms that transform before your very eyes, alleyways that appear to go on forever, holograms, as well as other visual and sound effects to transport you into the stories that are revealed in each window and around every corner. A must see, unique, one-of-a-kind experience!
The Money Museum
Through the discovery of money, America’s largest museum dedicated to numismatics brings culture to life. The museum explores art, history, science, and much more to promote the diverse nature of money and related items.
Pikes Peak – America's Mountain (PPAM) – Passes available October – April
The safe and scenic Pikes Peak Highway provides you the opportunity to enjoy 19 miles of mountain terrain, with frequent breathtaking views, four different Colorado life zones and unique animal sightings. From the summit’s various viewing areas, snap photos of Pikes Peak’s incredible scenery. Pikes Peak is one of Colorado’s majestic 14’ers and is one of few places so grand in scale that is also accessible first-hand by people of all ages and abilities.
The ProRodeo Hall of Fame
This museum educates the public about rodeo, its history, and its impact on Western American culture. The Hall of Fame provides recognition to rodeo notables of the past and present, and serves as an inspiration for the future.
Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site at Garden of the Gods - Seasonal passes available in the summer
The ranch stewards a diverse outdoor living history museum by engaging, inspiring, and educating guests with the cultural and agricultural stories of the Pikes Peak Region from 1775—1907.
Space Foundation Discovery Center
The Space Foundation is the region's first and only dedicated space, science, and technology center. It is an interactive, education-focused destination that advances science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) in the exciting context of space exploration, development and utilization.
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
The museum offers an immersive and universally accessible look into the journey of Team USA’s Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Through interactive exhibits, innovative displays, and a comprehensive artifact collection, the 60,000-square-foot attraction instills the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect, as well as the Paralympic values of determination, equality, inspiration, and courage in every visitor.
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center
Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, The United States Olympic and Paralympic committee serves as both the national Olympic Committee and National Paralympic Committee for the United States. The USOPC is focused on protecting, supporting, and empowering America's athletes, and is responsible for fielding U.S. teams for the Olympic, Paralympic, Youth Olympic, Pan American and Parapan American Games, and serving as the steward of the Olympic and Paralympic movements in the U.S. Get inspired as you take a guided tour through our country’s flagship training center, the very place Team USA athletes train!
Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center – Passes available for reservation starting March 1st
Providing diverse artistic, educational, and culturally relevant experiences for southern Colorado and its surrounding areas, the Sangre de Cristo Arts & Conference Center is a must-see attraction for individuals and families alike!
With six exhibit galleries, an award-winning children's museum, a school of dance, a variety of art, music, and theatre classes, a thoroughly equipped ceramic studio, and ample space for meetings, performances, and events - the Arts Center truly has something for everyone! The Sangre de Cristo Arts Center and Buell Children's Museum are both accredited by the American Alliance of Museums
Western Museum of Mining and Industry
The mission of the Western Museum of Mining and Industry is to educate the public about the history and continuing contributions of mining, ranching, and other supporting industries in the American West. Open since 1970, WMMI proudly features working machinery, a model mining drift and gold panning station in the 12,200 square foot exhibit hall, plus historic buildings and machinery on its beautiful 27-acre campus.
Victor Lowell Thomas Museum - Seasonal passes available in the summer
This museum highlights the colorful history of exploration, ranching, gold mining and railroading from the legendary Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Rush. The museum captures the lives and relics of the gold mining era in the Pikes Peak region and offers families an opportunity to live the glory days with hands-on gold panning activities, walking tours, and guided bus tours. The Victor Lowell Thomas Museum is a non-profit organization housed in an original 1899 building with two floors of artifacts, books, exhibits and photographs depicting the life in Victor from its beginnings to the heyday of gold mining.
Benefits vary by destination. As stated above, the number of people that your Cultural Pass will admit varies by location. Library cardholders are responsible for reviewing the institution’s rules, requirements, expectations, etc. prior to reserving their pass. PPLD is not responsible for any content of their exhibitions. Need help booking or cancelling passes? Call (719) 531-6333 and select your preferred Library location.
Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP--food stamp--benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 850 participating museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their SNAP EBT card.
Other FREE museums and cultural attractions in the area:
- 4th Infantry Division Museum
- Cheyenne Mountain Heritage Center
- Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
- Cottonwood Center for the Arts
- Dr. Lester L. Williams Fire Museum
- Every Kid Outdoors: Free Access to Federal Lands and Waters for 4th Graders
- The Florissant Schoolhouse Museum
- Fountain Valley Historical Society and Museum
- Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center
- Kreuser Gallery
- Lucretia Vaile Museum
- Manitou Springs Heritage Center
- Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center
- Penrose Heritage Museum
- Peterson Air and Space Museum
- Pikes Peak Historical Society Museum
- Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Museum and Hall of Fame
- Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts
- U.S. Air Force Academy's Planetarium
- UCCS Galleries of Contemporary Art
- Ute Pass Historical Society