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Science World: Sensory Friendly Mornings
January 28 2023 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am PST
|Recurring Event (See all)
One event on January 28, 2023 at 8:00 am
One event on April 29, 2023 at 8:00 am
Sensory Friendly Mornings are inclusive events for individuals and families with neurodiverse or accessibility needs. Guests can explore our exhibits and galleries in a comfortable, welcoming and less crowded environment. Wherever possible, exhibits will have adjusted operations and lowered volume levels from 8–10am. Volume levels and exhibit operations will return to their usual settings at 10am, when we open to the public. Guests are welcome to stay and explore Science World as long as they wish.
From 8–10am, Sensory Friendly guests can enjoy these amenities:
- Access to galleries and exhibits before we open to the public at 10am
- Light and sound modifications
- Designated sensory break room
- Centre Stage show with reduced noise
- Additional signage
Resources for your visit:
- Sensory map for regular operations
- Activity Storybook
- Noise cancelling earmuffs (available for loan on a first-come, first-served basis)
Tickets:
- Tickets are limited and we encourage all guests to purchase tickets or register in advance
- $12 plus tax per person
- Registration is free for Science World Members
- Please note: an adult attendant/caregiver who is supervising a visitor with disabilities will receive a complimentary daytime general admission (1:1 ratio) upon arrival and does not need to purchase a ticket or register in advance
BOOK TICKETS HERE
Upcoming Sensory Friendly Mornings:
• Saturday, October 29, 2022
• Saturday, January 28, 2023
• Saturday, April 29, 2023
Sensory Friendly Mornings would not be possible without the generous support of:
Ames Family Foundation
