Accommodating Everyone

Accessibility

The Intrepid Museum provides free specialized programs and resources to enhance the experience of all visitors, including those with disabilities, their peers and families. Personal care assistants in support of a visitor with disabilities receive free admission at all times.

Accessibility Events

A Museum educator is in front of the LEGO model with a group of visitors.

The Intrepid Museum is committed to providing an interactive and educational experience for visitors of all ages and abilities.

[0:01] The Intrepid Museum is committed to providing an interactive and educational experience for visitors of all ages and abilities.

[0:10] We deliver specialized programs and resources to support and cultivate a welcoming environment for all. Our veterans and military families programs allow for veterans and their families to interact with the museum and our collection together as a family and with fellow veterans. Access family programs offer individuals with developmental or learning disabilities the opportunity to enjoy a tour of the museum alongside science and art projects to further enrich their experience.

[0:42] In addition to on-site programming, accessibility resources like the social narrative or sensory guide allow visitors to see the complex and understand what to expect when visiting the museum before arriving.

[0:56] Help us continue to make the Intrepid Museum accessible for visitors of all ages and abilities.

Onsite Resources

Lightweight stools are available to borrow from the Information Desk at no cost. Visitors may bring the stools around the Museum with them for easier access to seating because while most of the Museum is wheelchair accessible, there are no wheelchairs available for public use. For more information about physical accessibility, please email us at access@intrepidmuseum.org.

Sensory bags are available to borrow from the Information Desk at no cost. These include noise-reduction headphones, fidgets and visual vocabularies to help ease sensory stimulation. Use the online resources: accessibility tools to help plan and prepare for your visit with us.

The Verbal Description and Tactile Guide uses raised images, Braille, large print, and a talking pen to support self-guided visitors who are blind or have low vision. Visitors may borrow the guidebook and talking pen from the Information Desk at no cost. Learn more about this resource on our YouTube video demonstration.

Induction loops are installed at the Box Office and throughout the Museum for permanent and temporary exhibits. During tours and programs, assistive listening devices (ALDs) including stereo headphones, single-ear headphones or T-coil compatible induction loops are available to borrow at no cost.

Service animals trained to perform a task directly related to a person’s disability are always welcome at the Museum. No special arrangements are necessary. Service animals must be housebroken and under control of the visitor at all times. Please note that the steel flight deck can get extremely hot during the summer, so visitors are advised to bring booties to protect their dog's paws.

We offer a range of online guides that are free to view and download to help visitors with or without disabilities better plan a visit with us.

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A mother looks on as her young son touches the wing of an aircraft.

We offer a variety of programs for individuals with disabilities and their families. From guided interactive tours to art and building activities, the fun is endless.

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Specialized programs are available for schools and organizations serving those with disabilities, including enhanced sensory opportunities and support for social-emotional and academic goals.

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The Museum is committed to removing barriers to participation and providing equity and inclusion for individuals with disabilities. If you have recommendations, feedback or want to be more involved, please let us know.