Australian Sports Museum - Relaxed Hours - April 14

About this experience

Our Relaxed Hours sessions are an opportunity for people with sensory sensitivities to visit the Australian Sports Museum with their friends or family in a reduced sensory environment. During Relaxed Hours, the museum will operate for two hours with reduced sound and lighting, with limited visitor numbers to reduce crowding. Dates: Wednesday, April 1 Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm Location: Inside Gate 3, Australian Sports Museum, Melbourne Cricket Ground Features of the Relaxed Hours include: - A supportive environment with trained staff and volunteers, including consultants from Autism Spectrum Australia - Limited number of visitors to reduce crowding and noise - Lighting and sound will be adjusted for a low sensory experience - A Sensory Friendly Space for anyone who requires a rest or to recharge - The Paddock Café will be open for food and drinks (no cash accepted) - After Relaxed Hours, visitors can remain in the museum however lights and sounds will be restored when the public enters Hidden Disabilities Sunflower The MCG and Australian Sports Museum are proud supporters of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower at all events, all year round. Visitors may choose to wear their Sunflower to the Relaxed Hours Trial or seek out staff and volunteers wearing the ‘I support the Sunflower’ pin.

• Accessible parking spaces

• Accessible toilet

• Assistance dog friendly

  We provide facilities for assistance dogs

• Changing Places toilet

• Companion/Carer access

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• Level access

  Level access is available and may include the use of lifts

• Quiet hour

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• Safe/quiet space

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• Seating available

• Step-free access

  Access is step-free but may include ramps or slopes