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Open daily - 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sensory sensitive hours are held on select days throughout the year and include Sunday morning family-friendly Sensory Sensitive Science Hours, and periodic sensory-friendly 18+ Nights.
While sensory events are inclusive and open to all, they are tailored to create a safe, welcoming, and accessible environment for those who would be most comfortable with a more relaxed museum experience. These programs offer early entry and/or reduced event capacity, which means reduced crowds and wait-times, venue/exhibit adjustments, and a mellow museum soundscape. Sensory sensitive programming is thoughtfully designed for children, teens, adults (and families/caregivers) who are autistic/neurodiverse; visitors with cognitive, developmental, or physical disabilities; and anyone with sensory sensitivities.
Venue adaptations during sensory programs include reduced lighting, adjusted or eliminated sound effects, and added expectations signs on certain exhibits. Trained staff and volunteers run accessible hands-on activities and demonstrations. Show formats are modified to offer flexible, lower-sensory experiences inside Buhl Planetarium, Demonstration Theaters, Animal Habitats, and more!
A quiet “take a break” space with fidget toys, beanbag chairs, calm music, and low lighting is available during sensory sensitive events. Sensory backpacks and noise-cancelling headphones are available to anyone during both regular business hours and sensory sensitive events. Backpacks can be borrowed from the 1st Floor Ticket Counter in the Main Lobby, free of charge, for the duration of your museum visit.
Check out the Adventure Guide 
and Floor Maps to familiarize yourself with our space and exhibits ahead of your visit. Visit our Accessibility page for additional information and available accommodations or contact us at Accessibility@KaminScienceCenter.Org or 412.237.3400.
Sensory Sensitive Science Hours are held on select Sunday mornings, and Sensory Sensitive 18+ Events are held on select days throughout the year.
Exhibit lights and sound effects are adjusted and special hands-on activities are added to foster a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors.
Whenever possible, low-sensory versions of shows and demonstrations are hosted by Buhl Planetarium, Live Demonstration Theaters, and other departments. Early entry is also offered on these days to provide reduced wait times and a calmer entry experience.
On select Sunday mornings, exhibit lights and sound effects are adjusted and special hands-on activities are added to foster a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors.
Included with General Admission.
One Allegheny Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
412.237.3400
Sun., June 28
6-9 p.m.
Adults ages 18 and over are invited to explore Kamin Science Center in a low-stimulus, child-free environment. This evening is for adults who might get overwhelmed by crowds or loud soundscapes; for people with or without disabilities, including anyone who would simply enjoy a more relaxed museum visit.
Feeling proud…but maybe not loud? Noisy parades and packed events can be overwhelming. Join us for a mellow evening in celebration of Autistic-, Disability-, and LGBTQ+ Pride. You bring the rainbows – we’ll provide the fidgets!
$15 Admission Ticket
Wed., May 20
6-9 p.m.
One Allegheny Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
412.237.3400
to help prepare for a stress-free visit. No advance registration or special ticketing is required to attend our Sensory Sensitive Science Hours.
