Check out these sensory-friendly experiences in your area!

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We turn the lights up and the sound down, so you can feel free to be you at these unique showings for people living with autism or other special needs.

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Through our Sensory Sensitive Sundays program we’re able to offer families a quieter dining and entertainment environment, dimmed lighting and a sensory-friendly arcade experience.

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DuPage Children’s Museum is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment for children to thrive through extraordinary learning experiences. Adaptive Play Time provides a modified environment for play and learning for children and their caregivers.

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The Sensory Garden Playground is a combination of sensory-integrated playground equipment and amenities along with gardening areas. The 37-acre facility is being developed in phases as funding becomes available.

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A movie program for young families and guests with special needs.

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Sensory Friendly Hours are a time when learners with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) or other special needs can explore, experience, and discover Thinkery in a quieter and less-crowded environment.

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From 9-10 am, we will be reducing lights and noises in the museum for children with disabilities and/or special needs.

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The Museum is equipped to accommodate the needs of guests with disabilities and to assist with special needs.

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The Staerkel Planetarium is now offering sensory-friendly shows! At these shows, the planetarium will feature “lights up, sound down” settings and will have a relaxed atmosphere where patrons can come, go, and move around as needed.

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The Zoo is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all of our guests, including those with sensory needs.

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We Rock the Spectrum Edwardsville is committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment to foster learning, exploration and safe sensory experiences.

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*BPI is not affiliated with any of these businesses*

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