Ford’s For Me
A sensory-friendly museum program designed to create a welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
Approximately 2 hours.
Recommended for ages 6+
Accessible
Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 9 a.m.-11 a.m.
Ford’s Theatre is committed to accessibility at all levels and is thrilled to offer Ford’s For Me: a sensory friendly museum experience, in partnership with the National Park Service. This free event is a sensory-friendly museum program designed to create an experience that is welcoming for families and people with sensory sensitivities who might benefit from an adjusted theatrical environment, including those with autism. The event will include a sensory-friendly performance of One Destiny. Adaptations for this museum experience may include:
- Pre-visit social narrative and other preparatory materials describing what to expect
- Lower sound levels, especially for surprising or loud sounds in the exhibits
- Thematic activities
- Reduced wait times
- Limited crowds at Ford’s Theatre during the day and time of the experience
- Ford’s Theatre staff trained to be inviting and accommodating to patrons’ needs; and
- Allowance for the use of tablets and smartphones for communication.
This event is for families and recommended for ages 6+. Call (202) 347-4833 to reserve tickets. Learn more about Ford’s Theatre accessibility options at the link below.
Ford’s Theatre accessibility programs are supported by the Liberty Mutual Foundation.
