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*
* Min height 90cm for entry to Action Stations and vessels
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.
Upcoming dates:
Sunday 21 April 8.30am - 11.30am
Sunday 19 May 8.30am - 11.30am
Sunday 23 June 8.30am - 11.30am
Suitable for kids and adults. Recommended for people aged 2 years and over
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.