Enjoy a modified environment to suit people on the autism spectrum and with a range of differing abilities
Enjoy a comfortable environment for kids and adults with a variety of sensory differences.
On Sensory-Friendly Sundays our new exhibitions and activity areas will be open extra early for a quieter experience and modified to suit people on the Autism spectrum and with a range of differing abilities.
Our trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to facilitate creative activities.
Sensory Friendly Autumn sessions will include early access to
- Ocean Photographer of the Year Exhibition
- Valerie Taylor Exhibition
- HMAS Onslow Submarine*
Sensory Friendly Winter sessions will include early access to
- Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition
- Valerie Taylor Exhibition
- HMAS Onslow submarine*
PROUD TO SUPPORT THE SUNFLOWER
The museum supports the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. The Sunflower is a globally recognised symbol for non-visible disabilities.
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.
Cost: 12 child/adult. Children under 4 and members/annual pass holders free.
*Minimum height 90cm for entry to Action Stations and vessels.
Pre- Booking encouraged.
