May 17, 2024 Pittsburgh Glass Center: Sensory Friendly Open House The Pittsburgh Glass Center will host a sensory friendly open house on May 25 that will include tours, demonstrations, and activities that are appropriate for all ages. Learn More The free open house will take place when the center is closed to the public, so visitors may explore the space on their own. Activities include a self-guided tour of the Pittsburgh Glass Center’s four studios, gallery and retail space. There will also be glassblowing demonstrations in the center’s Hot Shop as well as a designated chill zone with activities for visitors of all ages. Visitors are encouraged to borrow a sensory kit from the center’s front desk upon arrival. It includes noise-canceling headphones, paper fans, fidget toys, and more items to help visitors with sensory sensitivities navigate the space. More Details The open house runs from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 25. The Pittsburgh Glass Center is located at 5472 Penn Avenue in Pittsburgh. For more information, visit the center’s website.
April 18, 2024 Sensory-Friendly Afternoon The Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh will host a sensory-friendly event on the second Tuesday of every month, starting May 14. Learn More Children with autism spectrum disorders and sensory sensitivities can take part in a fun, friendly experience with their families in a comfortable and accepting environment. Lights and sounds in spaces throughout the museum are adjusted for the event. There will be designated quiet areas to provide space to take a break. Sensory kits with noise-cancelling headphones, sunglasses, an assortment of fidgets, and other items will be available. More Details Sensory-Friendly Afternoons will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, email accessibility@pittsburghkids.org.
Sensory-Friendly Afternoon The Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh will host a sensory-friendly event on the second Tuesday of every month, starting May 14. Learn More Children with autism spectrum disorders and sensory sensitivities can take part in a fun, friendly experience with their families in a comfortable and accepting environment. Lights and sounds in spaces throughout the museum are adjusted for the event. There will be designated quiet areas to provide space to take a break. Sensory kits with noise-cancelling headphones, sunglasses, an assortment of fidgets, and other items will be available. More Details Sensory-Friendly Afternoons will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, email accessibility@pittsburghkids.org.
Sensory-Friendly Afternoon The Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh will host a sensory-friendly event on the second Tuesday of every month, starting May 14. Learn More Children with autism spectrum disorders and sensory sensitivities can take part in a fun, friendly experience with their families in a comfortable and accepting environment. Lights and sounds in spaces throughout the museum are adjusted for the event. There will be designated quiet areas to provide space to take a break. Sensory kits with noise-cancelling headphones, sunglasses, an assortment of fidgets, and other items will be available. More Details Sensory-Friendly Afternoons will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, email accessibility@pittsburghkids.org.
Sensory-Friendly Afternoon The Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh will host a sensory-friendly event on the second Tuesday of every month, starting May 14. Learn More Children with autism spectrum disorders and sensory sensitivities can take part in a fun, friendly experience with their families in a comfortable and accepting environment. Lights and sounds in spaces throughout the museum are adjusted for the event. There will be designated quiet areas to provide space to take a break. Sensory kits with noise-cancelling headphones, sunglasses, an assortment of fidgets, and other items will be available. More Details Sensory-Friendly Afternoons will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, email accessibility@pittsburghkids.org.
October 16, 2023 Boo! A Sensory Friendly Halloween Join Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh on Saturday, October 21, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. for a sensory-friendly family event. Trying Together and other Pittsburgh organizations will participate in this themed event for children, adults, and families who benefit from expanded accessibility and sensory accommodations. Children under two years of age are able to attend. Activities Include: Silent Disco in the Garage Pumpkin Painting and Spiderweb Weaving in the Art Studio Maker Activities in Makeshop Waterplay and the Nursery will be open Trick or treating with local organizations to create your own sensory kit (no candy treats – treats are first come, first served): Assemble Family Links HealthyCHILD PFLAG Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Trying Together Sensory Superpowers Wesley Family Services
