August 4, 2024

Sensory-Friendly Hours

From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Join us during sensory-friendly hours for families with disabilities and experience Discovery Place Science in a calmer, quieter environment.

Sensory-friendly hours are now monthly, starting on August 4 and will continue on the first Sunday of every month from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This experience is included in Museum Admission!

01/ 31/23: Updated marketing photography at Discovery Place museum in Charlotte, North Carolina. Photo by: PatrickSchneiderPhoto.com
  • Full Museum
  • Included in Museum Admission
  • All age groups

At Discovery Place, we make science and hands-on learning accessible to everyone. 

That’s why we are hosting a special Sensory-Friendly Hours at Discovery Place Science!

We’ve crafted these low-sensory hours for families with sensory sensitivities and special needs to enjoy the Museum’s hands-on exhibit spaces in a calmer and quieter environment.

During your visit to the Museum, families can experience a sensory-friendly IMAX show or even check out sensory backpacks with noise-canceling headphones, sensory-friendly toys, and manipulatives.

We invite all children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), Sensory Processing Disorders and vision or hearing impairments and their caregivers to interact with our experiences.

*Backpacks are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Supplies are limited.

Future Dates*

  • August 4, 2024 
  • September 1, 2024
  • October 6, 2024
  • November 3, 2024
  • December 1, 2024

*Sensory-friendly hours are now monthly, starting on August 4 and will continue on the first Sunday of every month.

Pre-Visit Resources for Visitors with Sensory Sensitivities

Download these resources to help navigate our Museum during your visit.