Would you or someone you love benefit from having a quieter experience at the Museum?
Sensory Friendly Mornings is an exclusive event for individuals with different sensory processing skills and their families to have a fun, enjoyable, and interactive learning experience in a comfortable and accepting environment. This sensory-friendly event offers a conscious effort to eliminate extra stimuli.
These exclusive mornings include:
- Designated “Quiet Spaces” located at the back of the theatre
- Sound reduction where possible, like turning off hand dryers throughout the museum and delaying loud tasks, i.e. vacuuming or mowing
- Specialized equipment that can be checked out from the front desk (limited quantities available):
- Weighted lap pads
- Wheelchairs
- Sunglasses for overstimulating lights
- Noise reduction earmuffs for overstimulating sounds
- Name tags with contact information for children (provided upon request)
- Waterproof aprons and gloves available in the gem panning and fossil dig area
- Additional directional signage throughout the museum
- Strollers are allowed throughout the museum
A “Quiet Space” is available during any visit to the museum. This room has been designed to provide a soothing environment. Please ask a staff member or a security guard for access.
Members: FREE
Non-members: Regular Admission
Space is limited. Registration is recommended. Museum opens to the general public at 10 AM.
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