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A directory of free resources for NYC residents. Culture Pass, IDNYC, library perks, parks programs — broken down into exactly what you get and how to access it.
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Museums
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Digital Resources
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IDNYC Benefits
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Parks Programs
Everything your library card, IDNYC, and tax dollars give you
Culture Pass
Free admission to 100+ museums, gardens, and cultural institutions with your library card.
ExploreLibrary Services
Kanopy, Ancestry, LinkedIn Learning, and dozens of digital resources — all free with a library card.
ExploreIDNYC
Free 1-year memberships at the Met, MoMA, AMNH, and 40+ other institutions.
ExploreParks Programs
Free fitness classes, nature walks, concerts, movies, and kids programs across all 5 boroughs.
ExploreFree Admission
Pay-what-you-wish at the Met, AMNH, and more — plus always-free museums.
ExploreThis Week's Events
Street fairs, parades, free concerts, and community events happening now.
ExploreHow to use your.nyc
Find a resource
Browse by category or search for something specific. Every resource is broken down into its actual components.
See exactly what you get
Not "Culture Pass: Free museum admission." Instead: "Here are 109 venues, each with different policies, hours, and guest rules."
Go use it
Every page has step-by-step instructions: what to bring, where to go, what to say at the desk. No guesswork.
Common questions
What is Culture Pass?
A program that gives NYPL, BPL, and QPL cardholders free admission to 100+ museums and cultural institutions across NYC. Reserve online, show your library card at the door.
How do I get a library card?
Visit any NYPL, Brooklyn Public Library, or Queens Public Library branch with a photo ID and proof of NYC residency. Takes 5 minutes. It's free.
What is IDNYC?
New York City's free municipal ID card. Beyond identification, it gives you free 1-year memberships at major museums, discounts at local businesses, and access to special programs.
Can I really get into the Met for free?
Yes. As a NY State resident, you can pay what you wish for admission — including $0. Just show your NY State ID at the admissions desk.
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