The London Children’s Museum celebrates the uniqueness of every child. We are committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment that supports children of different ages, abilities, and interests.
If your family has any feedback, suggestions, or questions regarding accessibility, please info [at] londonchildrensmuseum.ca (contact us).
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Low Sensory Nights
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Monthly Low Sensory Nights offer children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), physical or cognitive disabilities, or sensory processing considerations, and their families with a quieter museum experience. With extremely limited attendance, Low Sensory Nights turn down the noise, crowds, and stimulation of a typical day. Low Sensory Night admission is free and registration is required. Click here to register.
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Adventure Backpack
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Adventure backpacks are available to sign out at the London Children’s Museum’s front desk. This backpack includes noise-cancelling headphones, transition timers, a printed copy of our social story, and visual supports.
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Sensory Support
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Weighted lap blankets are available at the front desk and in the TD My Place in Space star lab.
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Social Story
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Prepare for a visit to the London Children’s Museum by reading a first-person story narration.
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Visual Supports
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If your child would benefit from visual support, such as pictures of our exhibits, please click here to view our collection.
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Restrooms and Changing
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Child-sized changing tables are available in the women’s and men’s washrooms on the first floor. An adult-sized changing table is available in the family washroom on the second floor. Family washrooms on the second and third floor offer manual flush toilets to accommodate sound sensitivities.
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Support Workers
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Personal support people are welcome to visit the London Children’s Museum at no cost when they are accompanying individuals they support. The London Children’s Museum accepts the Access 2 Card.
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Mobility
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Wheelchairs and strollers can reach every area of the London Children’s Museum. For visitor convenience, a standard elevator is available. Most exhibits are fully accessible and full of learning opportunities for every visitor. If you have any questions, please contact us.