Explore the museum in a sensory friendly environment. Tours and quiet zones will be available for all guests.

Enjoy a sensory-friendly holiday celebration at the Science Center!

• Silent Disco by 1337 Productions – Get your headphones to listen to the music!

• Live performance by Spectrum Band, a talented, versatile band of musicians on the autism spectrum.

• Performance will be streamed through the headphones used for the silent disco. Please be aware there will be ambient noise on the Second Floor during the band’s performance.

• Quiet sensory area available on the Third Floor.

• Light refreshments and lemonade provided.

Explore the National Aviary during a sensory inclusive morning designed for all visitors to make the most of their Aviary experience. Visitors can enjoy interactive play spaces during their visit and a sensory-friendly version of African Adventure Presented by AAA Travel at 11 a.m. During this immersive bird show, lighting is consistent and volume is low, setting the stage for an engaging experience.

Sensory Bags from Kulture City, each equipped with headphones, fidget toys and other items, are available to borrow, and a helpful sensory guide to the sights, sounds and climate of the National Aviary’s habitats can be viewed in advance.

Call 412-323-7235 to reserve tickets.

Join Nora in the Nursery to create sensory or calm down bottles. Sensory bottles are filled with slow moving things such as glitter, beads, or marbles for us to watch with our eyes and slow our breathing.

This program is designed with the youngest visitors in mind, to support cognitive growth and give them an opportunity to develop motor skills, but all visitors are welcome to join. Sensory play can also be calming and soothing.