2 Vermont-specific listings plus 4 programs that apply across New England. Last verified 2026-10-17.
Vermont state parks: free day use with EBT or WIC
FreeOutdoorsVT
Households receiving Reach Up, 3SquaresVT, Fuel Assistance, General Assistance, Summer EBT or WIC get free unlimited day-use entry to Vermont state parks in the 2026 season (day use only; camping and rentals not included). State parks are open May-October.
Who it's for: Vermont households with active EBT or WIC
How: Show your EBT or WIC card at the park entrance. Regular day-use prices: adults 14+ $5, children 4-13 $2, ages 0-3 free.
2027 availability not yet announced.
Source: official page · more · more · Last verified 2026-10-17
ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain
Low costMuseumBurlington, VT
$2 per person for individuals and families receiving EBT or WIC. Library Day Pass (600+ libraries): up to four people at $7 each. Social-service agency day pass: $2.
Who it's for: EBT/WIC cardholders; library cardholders
How: Show EBT/WIC card and photo ID, or ask your library for a day pass.
Source: official page · Last verified 2026-10-17
Museums for All (SNAP EBT card admission)
Low costProgram / passAll New England
Free to $5 admission for up to 4 people per SNAP EBT card at participating museums (1,600+ nationwide). EBT cards from any state are accepted.
Who it's for: EBT cardholders
How: Bring your EBT card and a photo ID. No registration. Each museum sets its own rate and some ask for walk-in purchase, so check the museum page.
Participating list by state: see source. Rates vary by museum.
Source: official page · more · Last verified 2026-10-17
Bank of America Museums on Us
Free days / free for someProgram / passAll New England
Free general admission on the first full weekend of every month to Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank credit or debit cardholders at participating museums. Next weekend: Nov 7-8, 2026.
Who it's for: Bank of America / Merrill cardholders
How: Show your active card and a government photo ID. One general admission per cardholder; special exhibitions excluded. Check the museum's listing on the Bank of America map.
Not a Bank of America endorsement; this is an informational listing with no affiliation.
Source: official page · Last verified 2026-10-17
Every Kid Outdoors (4th grade pass)
FreeProgram / passAll New England
2026-27 school year pass: free entry at federal lands and waters (national parks, wildlife refuges, etc.) for the 4th grader, all children under 16 and up to 3 adults in one private vehicle. Expires Aug 31, 2027.
Who it's for: Families with a 4th grader
How: The 4th grader completes a short online activity and prints a paper voucher at EveryKidOutdoors.gov (we never collect any information). Does not cover state parks, parking, camping or tours.
Source: official page · more · Last verified 2026-10-17
Library museum and park passes
DiscountedProgram / passAll New England
Many public libraries lend or reserve free or discounted passes for museums, zoos, farms and parks. Examples: Boston Public Library lists Boston Children's Museum at $12 per person for up to 4; Oxford (MA) and Athol (MA) list free-admission passes to several museums; Attleboro (MA) lists a free RISD Museum pass.
Who it's for: Library cardholders (rules vary by library)
How: Search your own library's website for 'museum passes'. Each library has its own pass list, reservation system and return rules. Passes are limited and set by the participating attractions.
Example pages only; your library's list will differ.
Source: official page · more · more · more · Last verified 2026-10-17