Our philosophy starts with the simple belief that kids are capable of incredible things. Our job is to nurture that ability; our goal is to support kids' healthy development. Play is how kids learn--here, it is in both a STEM-rich environment and inviting outdoor experience.
Accessibility & Inclusion: Especially for Me
For information on the accessibility of our physical facilities, please visit our Tips for Visiting section.
The Especially for Me event series offers dedicated hours and free museum admission for families facing developmental challenges. During these events, we offer accommodations that increase access to museum exhibits and provide an opportunity for families to network with one another in an understanding environment.
The event titles indicate the types of accommodations provided, but any family that would benefit from the accommodations is welcome.
In 2019 we will offer twenty-five Especially for Me events, including:
- Autism-friendly evenings
- Sensory-friendly afternoons
- Mornings for families with deaf, hard of hearing, and KODA infants and toddlers
- Evenings for families with deaf, hard of hearing, and KODA children
- Visually impaired family evenings
All are events free, but require pre-registration online through the links below, so that we can plan appropriately. Registration links go live about 6 weeks prior to each event.
We are grateful to the following organizations for their support of Especially for Me: