Sensory-Friendly Saturday

Sensory-Friendly Saturday

Individuals on the autism spectrum or with sensory processing disorder and their families are invited to join us for early access to the Museum and a variety of creative and accessible activities that will explore the fun world of color.

Created in conjunction with local families and occupational therapists, this inclusive and accessible program strives to provide a welcoming experience through offering: 

  • Reduced crowding and noise 
  • Pre-visit social stories 
  • Activities to meet a variety of sensory needs 
  • Hands-on art activities for all developmental levels  
  • On-hand support of skilled and friendly volunteers 
  • Sensory regulation resources such as fidgets, noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses, and a sensory break area 

This program welcomes participants of all ages and their families (siblings welcome!).  

The event is scheduled from 9–10:30 a.m., with three half-hour timeslots to spread out the number of people in the galleries. Choose your timeslot here: 

9–9:30 a.m. Registration

9:30–10 a.m. Registration

10–10:30 a.m. Registration

*Timeslots are flexible and visitors may stay in the Museum past the end of the event, but special activities will end promptly at 10:30. 

Event full? Email Laura Westmoreland at [email protected] to be added to a waitlist.


Brandywine welcomes visitors who are on the autism spectrum or have sensory processing disorder and their families by offering accessible programs on certain days as well as providing packs that contain materials to assist in a visit on any day. Learn more

Brandywine’s sensory-friendly programs are made possible through the generous support of Jan Siglin and CCRES.