HOLYOKE, Mass. (WWLP) – After a successful summer last year of free museums, the Highland Streets Foundation will once again offer free admission to museums throughout Massachusetts in the month of August.
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The program called August Adventures will give families the opportunity to explore different museums or cultural institutes at no cost. Every day during the month of August, you can visit a museum, zoo, nature sanctuary or historical site for free.
“As we celebrate our 35th anniversary this year, we are excited to partner with such a wide range of institutions, all of which contribute to the incredibly rich cultural fabric of our Commonwealth,” said Highland Street CEO Blake Jordan. “Increasing access and opening doors to broad, diverse audiences are goals shared by all of us and we look forward to welcoming many visitors during August Adventures.”
Several of these museums are located in Western Massachusetts, such as the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, which will have free admission on August 21.
“We are thrilled to be a part of August Adventures and grateful for the Highland Street Foundation’s support of this wonderful initiative,” says Executive Director Jennifer Schantz of the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art. “These special days bring many new families to The Carle to experience joy through the universally beloved medium of picture book art. And we know that visits to any of the participating organizations will be educational, entertaining and sure to create meaningful memories for those living across the Commonwealth.”
Some organizations ask visitors to register in advance. Here’s when each location will have free admission:
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