Attention:

The Ralph Ellison Library at 2000 NE 23rd St is closed for upgrades beginning April 16. We anticipate reopening on May 6.

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

May Creative Writing Chapbook

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/24/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading, Continuing Education, Cultural Experiences, Take-Home Kit, Writing
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Pick up one of our creative writing chapbooks filled with creative writing exercises meant to strengthen your creative muscles!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginners Tai Chi

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Description:

Let’s get stronger, together! Evidence suggests that Tai Chi is an effective means of improving balance, strengthening muscles, and building confidence to prevent falls. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be performed almost anywhere.

Participants learn ways to improve their overall mind body and spirit through a series of slow, continuous movements. It does not matter how strong, flexible you are - Tai Chi is designed for people of all levels of health.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Warr Acres Book Box

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/23/2025 @ 4:15pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Onsite (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Event Description:

Welcome to our Low-Key Book Club! Stop by the library to pick up a box featuring a different book title each month, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Each box includes the book and some reading goodies to enhance your experience.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Butterfly Scavenger Hunt

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/23/2025 @ 6:00pm
All Ages
Bethany Library
Library Branch: Bethany Library
Room: Onsite (Bethany)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Family Programs
Event Description:

Butterflies are fluttering around the children's area! Learn the names of common butterflies and locate all 12 in the library.

If you find them all, you get a prize!

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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Kindness Challenge, 365 Days of Kindness

05/01/2025 @ 9:00am - 05/24/2025 @ 5:00pm
All Ages
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Child Development & Parenting, Community & Civics, Family Programs, Health & Wellness
Event Description:

The Southern Oaks Library welcomes the community to join in spreading kindness throughout the year. A kindness calendar will be available each month for library guests to pick up in person or available curbside.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

1st Grade John Rex

9:30am - 10:30am
Kids
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Area (Downtown)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Homework Help
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Baby Playtime

9:30am - 10:15am
Birth-PreK
Edmond Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edmond Library
Room: Children's Program Room C (Edmond)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Books & Reading, Storytimes
Registration Required

Sharing in playtime is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, and using small and large muscles. Come meet new friends, bond with your little one, and explore the many resources your neighborhood library has to offer!

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

Music with Ginger

10:00am - 11:00am
Birth-PreK
The Village Library
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Village Library
Room: Meeting Room AB (Village)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration Required
Event Description:

Discover the power of music at your neighborhood library! Research proves that early integration of music into a child’s daily routine improves a child’s ability to think, create, and express. Join us as we sing, move, explore and create beautiful music together.

Due to the growing number of participants, you MUST REGISTER for the program. Please register each child individually. Thank you!

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. 

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