Access

An accessible space provides services and facilities that are welcoming and easy for everyone to use. This involves understanding and respecting the diverse array of human abilities and experiences in order to dismantle barriers - be they physical, digital, sensory, cognitive, financial, or attitudinal - and welcoming visitors on their own terms.

Objectives

  • Our spaces, activities and exhibitions are open to all and everyone should feel welcome.
  • We think about accessibility broadly, considering the needs of visitors, staff and volunteers throughout their encounters with us.
  • We have an open dialogue with communities and individuals who may encounter accessibility barriers in our organisation.

Direct Actions in Access

ACCESS: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Indicators in your organisation

CHECK THE BOXES THAT APPLY TO YOUR CURRENT PRACTICES

Communicate Your Inclusive Offer

LOT'S TO DO!

What Is in Your Programme?

LOT'S TO DO!

Physical Spaces

LOT'S TO DO!
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Access RESOURCES

EN Step 1: Getting Started

Universal Design Guidelines, NISE

NISE Network Exhibits

This document lays out some basic concepts and guidelines to begin a discussion about the best way to achieve the universal design of exhibits.

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EN Step 1: Getting Started

Accessible Exhibition Design

Smithsonian

Practical guidelines for Accessible design in exhibition design.
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EN Step 2: Next Step

The Exhibit Designs for Girls Engagement

Exploratorium

A three-year Exploratorium-run, NSF-funded research study, aimed to identify the most important design attributes for engaging girls at STEM exhibits.
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EN Step 1: Getting Started

Improving the experience for visitors with autism A science centre case study

David Jones

A case study from International Centre for Life in Newcastle-upon-Tyne on improving the Centre's access offer for Autistic visitors.
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EN Step 1: Getting Started

Words Matter

Words Matter

An unfinished guide to word choices in the cultural sector.

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