Sensory Friendly Saturday

Visit the far reaches of the universe in the Whitney and Elizabeth MacMillan planetarium, catch a glimpse of the diversity of life on Earth, travel back in time to meet a woolly mammoth, tour the entire state of Minnesota, learn about U of M researchers and citizen scientists imagining a better future, and explore our outdoor living laboratory... all at Minnesota's official natural history museum on the University of Minnesota's St. Paul campus!

Bell Museum

Join us for our next Sensory Friendly Saturday!

This monthly series provides a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals, families, and children who have sensory sensitivities. Experience our Minnesota Journey gallery, temporary exhibits, the Touch &amp; See Lab, and a brief planetarium show at 8:45 am—all with lowered lighting, quieter sounds, and fewer visitors.Sensory-friendly resourcesVisitors are welcome to check out additional resources like the quiet spaces, visual timers, weighted lap pads, and hearing protection if it helps make the visit more enjoyable, and a <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vJm5opYcshSycEV202ApQTDXjBFB2WyM/view" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">social narrative</a> is available for download to prepare for your visit. Read more about the museum’s other accessibility resources <a href="https://www.bellmuseum.umn.edu/access/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.**Note: This Eventbrite registration does not include the cost of museum admission. Regular admission prices still apply.

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