Accessibility
Accessibility
Carnegie Museums, including Kamin Science Center, welcomes all visitors.
We work to assist visitors with disabilities in obtaining reasonable and appropriate accommodations, and in supporting equal access to our websites, services, programs, and activities.
Requests for accommodations should be made at least two weeks prior to your visit.
Special experiences are available to accommodate sensory needs. Learn more about our Sensory Sensitive Science Hours and Events.
View the Adventure Guide 
, which includes accessibility information and tips to help prepare for a stress-free visit.
See below for more Kamin Science Center accessibility info.
Wheelchairs for Visitors with Limited Mobility
Nonmotorized wheelchairs and portable stools are available to use at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis.
Motorized wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis for $25 per day, no reservations necessary.
See a staff member at the 1st Floor Ticket Counter for availability.
Photo ID is required.
Below-deck visits on USS Requin (SS 481) submarine require full mobility. For visitors who are unable to access USS Requin tours, USS Requin Gateway offers a virtual tour on the TV monitor at the bottom of the stairs in the PPG SCIENCE PAVILION® (opposite the Rangos lobby), next to the scuba suit.
Accessing the Building
Accessible parking spaces are located in the rear of the building.
Once parked, you will see a large blue sign on the side of the main building directing you to the accessible entrance on the ground level of the main building, directly under the main building portico entrance.
To request special disability accommodations, please contact the museum at least two weeks in advance of visiting or participating in special tours, classes/camps, and other activities.
Getting to USS Requin (SS 481) Submarine
Timed tickets can be obtained on the day of your visit at USS Requin Gateway (located on the Ground Floor) by showing your General Admission wristband.
Full mobility is required for this experience.
For visitors who are unable to access USS Requin tours, USS Requin Gateway offers a virtual tour on the TV monitor at the bottom of the stairs in the PPG SCIENCE PAVILION® (opposite the Rangos lobby), next to the scuba suit.
Increasing Access to Admission
A personal care attendant (PCA) accompanying a visitor with a disability receives free General Admission during their visit. PCAs must identify themselves as a PCA at the 1st Floor Ticket Counter with the accompanied care recipient to receive free General Admission. Visitors with a PCA wishing to purchase tickets before their visit can call 412.237.3400.
PA ACCESS card holders, PA Medicaid recipients, and EBT card holders from any state are eligible for General Admission at $4 each for the cardholder and up to three additional people.
Visitors must present their EBT card/ACCESS card/PA Medicaid card and matching photo ID at the 1st Floor Ticket Counter to receive the discount.
Not valid with any other offer or group visit. Cardholder must be present.
Carnegie Museums Community Access Memberships aim to expand access to all four Carnegie Museums by making Membership more accessible to all. We want more people to be able to afford and enjoy being part of our Member community. Click here to apply for Community Access Membership offers .
For Visitors on the Autism Spectrum and/or with Sensory Sensitivity
Sensory backpacks (including a pair of noise-canceling headphones, gloves, sunglasses, fidget toys, and communication cards), weighted vests, blankets, and lap pads are available to borrow at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis. See a staff member at the 1st Floor Ticket Counter or in our theater spaces for availability.
During Sensory Sensitive Science Hours and Events, enjoy a self-guided visit including sensory-friendly demos and hands-on activities, with adjusted exhibit lights and sound effects throughout the museum.
, which includes accessibility information and tips to help prepare for a stress-free visit. A quiet room is available for use during Sensory Sensitive Hours.
For Visitors Who Are Blind or with Low Vision
Contact us at least two weeks in advance of your visit to see if sighted guides are available. Most of our exhibits are interactive, hands-on experiences. Please contact us at 412.237.3400 or Accessibilty@KaminScienceCenter.org to confirm availability.
For Visitors Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Contact us at least two weeks in advance of your visit to see if an American Sign Language interpreter is available. Closed captioning and assistive listening devices are available for most shows in the Rangos Giant Cinema. Please contact us at 412.237.3400 or Accessibilty@KaminScienceCenter.org to confirm availability.
Service Animals
Carnegie Museums allows service, guide, and support animals, in accordance with applicable law.
Carnegie Museums allows service, guide, and support animals, and animals in training to be service, guide, and/or support animals. The animal must always be under the control of its handler/user/trainer and be harnessed, leashed, or tethered, unless the individual’s disability prevents using these devices or these devices interfere with the animal’s safe, effective performance of its tasks.
Service animals are welcome at the Science Center. Service animals are defined as any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability.
Accessibility Policy of Carnegie Museums
The four Carnegie Museums are committed to keeping their websites compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act and accessible to all. We welcome any feedback on how to improve our sites’ accessibility for all users.
For other policy details, read the Carnegie Museums Notification/Resolution Procedure.
Learn more about buying tickets for your visit to the Science Center.