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The Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will open at 12pm on Saturday, April 25 and 2:30pm on Sunday, April 26, due to the Memorial Marathon.

Experience Passes

Introducing NEW Experience Passes!

About Our Experience Passes

Metro Library guests now have the opportunity to experience the Oklahoma City metro area in a new way using their Metro Library account. Guests can visit a local library to check out an Experience Pass to one of seven museum experiences including the American Banjo Museum, the First Americans Museum, the Oklahoma City Museum of Art (OKCMOA), the Oklahoma Firefighters Museum, the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Gaylord-Pickens Museum, the Oklahoma History Center, and Skeletons: Museum of Osteology. 

Each library has one Experience Pass for each of the seven museums, available to loan for up to seven days. Experience passes are first-come first-served (not holdable through our catalog), and you can check the availability of experience passes here.

After checking availability, please call us at 405-231-8650 so that we can hold it for you if you're on your way to pick it up. Only one pass per family at a time can be checked out. Each pass includes the following: 

 

American Banjo Museum

One pass allows admission for up to five people

 

First Americans Museum

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

 

Oklahoma City Museum of Art

One pass allows admission for up to five people  

 

Oklahoma Firefighters Museum

One pass allows admission for up to five people  

 

Oklahoma Hall of Fame Gaylord-Pickens Museum

One pass allows admission for up to five people

 

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  

 

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 (replacement cost) for each pass is $60.

 

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Are you ready to ROAR?  Join Master Magician Michael Corley on a Journey 65 Million years in the making!  “Expedition: Magic!” Is a 45 minute highly interactive magic and storytelling show with themes of exploration, science, and of cour

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

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This event is in the "Teens" group
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Scales to Feathers Rethinking Dinosaurs

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Family Programs, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Once imagined as giant, scaly reptiles lumbering across swamps, dinosaurs have had quite the makeover! Scientists have discovered that many dinosaurs had feathers—and that today’s birds are their closest relatives!

Disclaimer(s)

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "Kids" group

Dinosaur Fossils with Blue Thumb

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Family Programs
Event Description:

How do we know what we know about DINOSAURS?

Dinosaurs lived millions of years ago. Because of water, sediment, heat, and pressure, we can learn about dinosaurs through the fossils they left behind!  

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

Neighborhood Arts: Groovemeant Community

2:00pm–2:45pm
All Ages, Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Atrium (Downtown)
Age Group: All Ages, Kids
Program Type: Live Performances & Entertainment
Event Description:

Groovemeant - Oklahoma's elite hip hop street dancers and educators. Enjoy a streetdance showcase.

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

DIY Dino Eggs

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages, Adults
Capitol Hill Library
Library Branch: Capitol Hill Library
Room: Onsite (Capitol Hill)
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:

Make your own fossils to take home at this cool class! Mold sand dough into eggs and smash them open once they dry to reveal your dinosaur.  

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. 

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Blue Ribbon Bound: Papercrafts

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on July 14, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Family Programs
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have you ever thought about entering a craft piece at the state fair? Now is your chance! Stop by to learn the how, when, and where details of competing at the fair and use this time to work on your projects. 

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 "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Game Day

2:00pm–3:30pm
Kids, Teens
Ralph Ellison Library
Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Games & Gaming

Join other video game lovers for a fun-filled program full of gaming, group challenges, and other activities. Playing video games with others helps to build skills such as: problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, and communication. Gaming is also a great way to reduce stress and boost your mood! Come meet new friends, explore other worlds, and learn about the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Vaping Prevention for Kids & Pre-teens

2:00pm–3:30pm
Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on July 21, 2026 @ 2:00pm.
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

E-cigarettes are the most commonly used tobacco products among teens. Come find out why they are so addictive and how advertising tricks are used to reach a youth audience.

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