Library of Things: Activity Passes

Doorway to Dayton passes in Wright Library's Library of Things

Passes to Museums & Attractions

Free family passes to participating Dayton museums, parks, and historical attractions are available for loan from Wright Library.

Thanks to our local partners, attractions include:


 

Wright Library Card

How to Access the Library of Things

A Wright Library Card and signed waiver are required. Borrowers must be 8 years or older. If under 18, a parent or guardian must sign and submit the Library of Things waiver.

Get a Library Card
To check out items from the Library of Things, borrowers must have a Wright Library card for at least 60 days with an account in good standing. 

Download and Print the Waiver [PDF] 
To check out items from the Library of Things, borrowers must have a completed and signed waiver on file. Bring a completed waiver to the library with your library card or photo ID.

Doorway to Dayton Activity Passes: What you need to know

  • The loan period for Doorway to Dayton passes is three days
  • Overdue fines are $1/day ($10.00 max)
  • Passes cover admission to the site for the cardholder and family or guests (number of guests varies by site)
  • Passes do not confer all membership privileges
  • The fee for a lost pass ranges from $50-$250 (cost of the membership)
  • Check for availability by calling the library at (937) 294-7171 or visit Wright Library’s online catalog and search for “Doorway to Dayton”
  • FAST PASSES are available for each destination on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • You may place a hold on a pass, but cannot reserve it for a specific date.  The library will notify you when the pass is available.
  • You may borrow only one pass per household at any one time.
Doorway to Dayton passes in Wright Library's Library of Things

Dayton Destinations

Before visiting an attraction, confirm operating hours or special circumstances by contacting your destination:

Boonshoft Museum: Dayton Society of Natural History
The Boonshoft Museum of Discovery is a children's museum and science and technology center.
2600 Deweese Pkwy.
(937) 275-7431

SunWatch Indian Village: Dayton Society of Natural History
SunWatch Indian Village / Archaeological Park is a reconstructed Fort Ancient Native American village next to the Great Miami River.
2301 W. River Rd.
(937) 268-8199

International Peace Museum
One-of-a-kind exhibits to raise awareness of nonviolent strategies for achieving peace now and in the future.
Courthouse Plaza SW
10 N. Ludlow St.
(937) 227-3223

Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm
The Center includes a nature center, working farm, and six miles of hiking trails that take hikers through a host of habitats including a forest, prairie, marsh, and pond. Aullwood has an annual visitation of 80,000 and is considered the premier Audubon Center in the United States. The Center is a 20-minute drive from downtown Dayton and a 5-minute drive from the Dayton International Airport.
1000 Aullwood Road
(937) 890-7360

Dayton Art Institute
The Dayton Art Institute is a museum of fine arts.
4546 Belmonte Park North
(937) 223-5277
 
Carillon Historical Park: A Dayton History Experience
Carillon Historical Park is a 65-acre park and museum, which contains historic buildings and exhibits concerning the history of technology and the history of Dayton and its residents from 1796 to the present.
1000 Carillon Blvd.
(937) 293-2841