Forces of Change

10 Practical Actions to Museum Accessibility

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This session will discuss the various barriers facing museum visitors of all ages and abilities, including physical obstacles to entry as well as attitudinal hurdles that hinder participation. Attendees will take away 10 low-cost steps to build an accessibility program at your institution, and explore available resources and funding opportunities related to access and inclusion.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify easy and low-cost steps to begin an accessibility program.
• Identify the barriers to accessing museums, and understand what it takes to make an accessible museum.
• Learn how to find local and national resources, partners, and peer support for developing an accessibility program.

Presenter(s)

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  Heather Pressman

  Family and Children's Programs Instructor
  Denver Botanic Gardens
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  Danielle Schulz

  Adult and Access Programs Coordinator
  Denver Art Museum
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  Emily O'Hara

  Curator of Exhibit Design
  Detroit Zoological Society