The Madison Children’s Museum is helping pioneer a nationwide trend by having sensory- friendly areas for people affected by autism.

Sensory Friendly Times is part of a larger initiative for community engagement and inclusion. They are looking at how the exhibits, programs, staff interactions and tools and resources support individuals on the spectrum or with sensory challenges.

Then, they look at what they have learned from a stakeholder coalition of over 30 agencies, providers, teacher, therapists, parents, and children in terms of hopes and aspirations.

The museum has developed a national survey and evaluation toolkit alongside UW to help identify the areas of improvement but also inform the field.

Sensory friendly museum will be open at the Madison Children’s Museum on June 25th, July 30th and August 27th from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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