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    Cultural Inclusion

    ASL-Interpreted Critter Day - The Creature Teachers at Boston Children's Museum

    Posted Sunday April 12 2015 at 6:54 pm

    Critter Day

    April 18, 2015  (School Vacation Week and Sense of Smell Day!) 2:15 and 3:15 pm

    For human beings, our primary sense is our sense of sight. Most animals rely on their noses to learn about the world around them.  As we celebrate Sense of Smell Day, learn how different animal use their noses to communicate, find food, and navigate their world.

    Free with paid Museum admission
    Ages 6 and up
    ASL-Interpreted
    For more information, visit the Museum website or contact:
    Saki Iwamoto, Health and Wellness Educator
    Iwamoto@BostonChildrensMuseum.org
    617-986-3697



    Providence Children's Museum Invitation to Attend Training Sessions

    Posted Wednesday April 01 2015 at 06:45 am

    Dragon on top of museum

    Understanding Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
    Thursday, April 9, 2015  noon to 2pm

    Learn ways to support individuals with autism spectrum disorder as visitors to the museum.  Conducted by The Autism Project.

    Deaf & Hard of Hearing Sensitivity Training
    Wednesday, April 29, 2015  6:30pm to 8:30pm

    Learn about deaf culture and communication tips for interacting with deaf and hard of hearing people.  Conducted by the RI Commission on the Deaf and Hard Hearing.

    You are welcome to join these presentations to Providence Children's Museum staff and volunteers by RSVPing to Saunders@ChildrenMuseum.org

    Providence Children's Museum
    100 South Street
    Providence, RI



    Big Apple Circus - Autism Friendly Performances

    Posted Wednesday March 25 2015 at 06:18 am

    Big Apple Circus

    Big Apple Circus has joined with world-renowned Autism Spectrum Disorder experts to adapt the circus performance for families with members on the spectrum and create a joyful experience for all.  The adapted show includes the same world-class artistry as the full performance with a shorter running time, adjusted lights and sound, calming centers, pictorial social narratives, and many especially-trained staff and volunteers to assure a memorable event for everyone!

    April 7, 2015 11am and 6:30pm
    Boston City Hall Plaza
    Tickets available online