Sensory friendly days
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Relax in a welcoming space designed for kids and adults with diverse sensory needs.
On Sensory-Friendly Days, our new exhibitions and activity areas open early or late for a quieter, more accessible experience, tailored for autistic visitors and those with diverse abilities.
Our trained staff and volunteers will be available to support access and guide creative activities.
For our Autumn sessions, we're offering early access to the museum galleries including the Ocean Photographer of the Year exhibition, Ultimate Depth: A Journey to the Bottom of the Sea exhibition, tallship Duyfken, an Underwater drones workshop (suitable for visitors 7+ years) and our activity areas for sensory-friendly guests.
Upcoming dates
Sunday early access, 8.30am – 11.30am
- Sunday 27 April
- Sunday 18 May
- Sunday 15 June
Proud to support the sunflower
- The museum supports the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
- You are encouraged to bring and wear your sunflower lanyard if you have one, or pick one up for free on arrival to the museum
- Staff who have had training to support visitors with Hidden Disabilities will also be wearing a sunflower badge or sticker.
Accessibility at the museum
The museum is an experience for everyone to enjoy. We’re committed to being an inclusive museum that's accessible to all and offer tailored programs and services to assist.
