En Adventure Science Center, la ciencia es para todos.
We’re working hard to break down the barriers to access, whether physical, financial, or cultural, to provide an inclusive experience for ALL of our guests. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our guests’ experience, create new relationships while building a sense of community, and increase awareness of the resources we have available.
For questions or concerns about accessibility, please Envíanos un correo electrónico.
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Estacionamiento
We have 8 accessible parking spots in the upper parking lot with a ramp leading to the entry doors. Accessible parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Adult-Sized Changing Table
Thanks to a generous donation from Amerigroup y MaxAbility, there is now a safe, private, and hygienic toileting solution for guests located on the first floor in the family restroom across from soundBox.
Alquiler de silla de ruedas
Tenemos un número limitado de sillas de ruedas disponibles para que los huéspedes las pidan prestadas sin costo por orden de llegada. ¡Todo lo que necesita es una identificación con foto! Visite a nuestro amable personal de Servicios para huéspedes en el vestíbulo para cambiar su identificación por un juego de ruedas.
Exposiciones
We strive to make our exhibits as wheelchair accessible as possible through the principles of universal design. All exhibitions are wheelchair accessible, except for:
- Some sections of the Adventure Tower children’s play structure
- Max Flight: Full Motion Simulator
Planetario Sudekum
Tenemos seis espacios de asientos accesibles para sillas de ruedas disponibles en el Planetario Sudekum ubicado en la parte superior e inferior del teatro. Avise a un miembro del personal antes de la hora del espectáculo si desea acceder a los espacios en la parte superior del teatro.
Exposiciones
Most exhibitions include tactile or auditory elements suitable for blind and low-vision visitors, except for:
- Solar Station
- Keeper’s Corner
- Solar System Survey
Printed content for exhibit labels in new exhibitions use text with sizes of at least 40 pt, and have high contrast with their backgrounds.
Content in most areas is presented bilingually in English and Spanish.
Prior to 2020, our team worked with both TRIAD and a student intern from Belmont University's School of Occupational Therapy to create a collection of resources for people who have developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, or other sensory concerns. Additionally, in 2022, science center staff began annual training with Kulture City on how to recognize guests with sensory needs and how to handle a sensory overload situation.
Follow the links below to download the materials:
- Sensory Map»
- Exhibit Sensory Guide»
- EY Sensory Room»
- Social Stories:
- Trip Planning:
Sensory Bags
We have sensory kits available for guests to borrow at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis. Included in each kit are items to fidget with and noise-minimizing headphones. All you need is a photo ID! Visit our friendly Guest Services staff in the lobby to exchange your ID for a bag.
Quieter Times and Spaces
Sundays are often less busy during the weekends than Saturday. Though Saturday afternoon after 3 pm is typically quieter. During the the school year, weekdays around 1 pm are also typically quieter times to visit.
We can’t guarantee any one day will be slower than another will, as crowds vary depending on holidays, school vacations, weather, and a number of other factors.
If at any point during your visit you feel overstimulated and need access to the EY Sensory Room, please visit our Guest Services desk in the lobby and an Adventure Guide will be happy to assist you.
Planetario Sudekum
Inside the Sudekum Planetarium can be dark, the volume can be loud and the visuals can include a lot of motion. We have noise-minimizing headphones and weighted blankets you can request to borrow at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis from a Planetarium Educator.
Planetario Sudekum
We have a limited number of assistive listening devices you can request to borrow at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis from a Planetarium Educator.
We've prepared open captions (subtitles) for nearly all of our shows, with the exception of live shows and laser shows. Just ask a team member as you enter the planetarium.
If your group is arriving with an ASL interpreter, we’re happy to loan our white gloves to improve visibility of the interpreters’ hands in the darkened theater.
Curiosity Membership
For families who participate in SNAP, WIC or TANF, we’re proud to offer subsidized memberships, known as our Curiosity level membership, that cost $45 per year. Aprende más"
Museos para todos
We're proud to participate in the Museums for All program to make it affordable for all families to experience incredible hands-on science learning. The program supports those receiving food assistance (SNAP) benefits by offering a minimal admission fee of $3 per person (for up to four people) with the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
To purchase, please show the Guest Services team your EBT card and photo ID when you arrive. Museums for All tickets are not available for purchase online.
Museums for All is a cooperative initiative of the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Association of Children’s Museums.
Adventure Access for Nonprofits
We understand many families do not have the means to visit the science center, so we support our fellow nonprofits (and the families they serve) by offering free general admission tickets annually. If you'd like to learn more, please email give@adventuresci.org.
Personal Care Assistants
We’re proud to offer free admission to paid Personal Care Assistants (PCA) accompanying a visitor who needs the PCA’s assistance due to a disability covered under the ADA.
Service Animals
Qualified service dogs, as defined by Title II and Title III of the ADA, are welcome to Adventure Science Center. Emotional support dogs are not allowed in the building. We ask that you please leave your pets at home.
Single-Stall Restroom(s)
Each floor of our building includes single-stall restrooms for our guests. Ask one of our friendly Guest Services staff in the lobby if you need help finding one of these locations.
Nursing Room
Nursing mothers may nurse their babies in any public space at Adventure Science Center. We also have a dedicated Nursing Room on the first floor across from Destination Exploration.
Special thanks to our Adventure Access sponsors:
FUTURE ACCESSIBILITY INITIATIVES
SPANISH LANGUAGE SIGNAGE & SPEAKERS
With Nashville’s thriving Hispanic community, we’re actively working toward creating ways to help our Spanish language guests have a welcoming, meaningful and memorable experience. We're always open to hearing your suggestions — Envíanos un correo electrónico.