# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Sensory Hour
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 05 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Da Vinci Science Center at PPL Pavilion’s Sensory Hour offers a supportive and welcoming science center experience for guests who benefit from a calmer, sensory-friendly environment. During this dedicated hour, the science center adjusts lighting, sound, and exhibit effects to reduce sensory stimulation while still encouraging exploration and discovery.

What to expect during Sensory Hour:

- Reduced sound and visual effects throughout the science center
- A quieter environment at the start of our regular operating hours
- Sensory support items are always available at the Visitors Services desk, including weighted blankets and noise reducing headsets.
- We also invite guests to use the Safe Haven room, located near the first floor restrooms, if needed.

Sensory adjustments include:

- Sound turned down or off on multiple exhibits
- Sound reduced in the traveling exhibit
- Touch Lightning exhibit (Tesla Coil) turned off
- Victaulic Pipe Organ paddles removed
- Volume lowered in Curiosity Hall
- Immersive experiences muted
- Pocono Ravine in Lehigh River Watershed: bird sounds turned off and water features off
- Limestone Cavern in Lehigh River Watershed: bat sounds turned off and graphic disabled

Sensory Hour is designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities, neurodivergent guests, and anyone who prefers a quieter museum experience. Families, caregivers, and guests of all ages are welcome.

We are also happy to take comments or suggestions at the Visitor Services desk and appreciate any feedback you and your family might share with us!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/allentown/sensory-hour/200030221837645
- **Event Categories**: science-fair
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Allentown
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Da Vinci Science Center
- **lat**: 40.583822548864
- **long**: -75.522051345179
- **full address**: Da Vinci Science Center, 815 W. Hamilton Street,Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Sensory Hour
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Sensory Hour being held?
  - **A:** Sensory Hour takes place on Sun, 05 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 06 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am at Da Vinci Science Center, 815 W. Hamilton Street,Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Sensory Hour?
  - **A:** Sensory Hour is organized by Da Vinci Science Center.

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