Sensory Hour at the Museum

Admission
FREE!
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We are proud to open our Museum doors with our lights dimmed, minimal sounds, and a relaxed atmosphere. Sensory Hour is an event for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and/or Sensory Processing sensitivities and their families to experience the Museum at their own pace. Our goal is to make Sensory Hour a comfortable environment for individuals with a variety of sensory differences. Our staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you have, and if necessary, direct you to a quiet space that provides a chance to cool down and take a break. Families are welcome to stay the remainder of the day to explore the rest of the Park. Participants are always welcome to bring their own fidgets, ear protection, and other sensory resources to the Park. This program is free, however pre-registration is required and space is limited.

Sensory Hour at Garden of Lights

Sensory Hour at Garden of Lights is an inclusive program for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other sensory processing needs to enjoy the Garden of Lights with their families. From 4pm - 5pm, registrants will get to experience over a million lights with limited capacity and decreased volume. All participants have the option to enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores before gates open to the public at 5pm and are welcome to stay until the Gardens close at 9pm. 

Limited to (or no more than) 6 tickets per family/group as capacity has been greatly reduced in consideration of program participants. Maximum capacity is set by individual tickets claimed, not the number of groups registered.