Curiosity For All
We offer many ways to reduce barriers so that everyone can experience the joy of the Sciencenter.
Membership Access Program
Families with EBT Cards who reside in Tompkins, Cortland, Cayuga, Seneca, Schuyler, Chemung or Tioga countries are eligible to receive a Family-level membership free of charge. Learn more →
Museums for all
Individuals receiving food assistance through SNAP benefits can visit the Sciencenter at a reduced admission of $3 per person, up to four people, by presenting their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
Community Access Program
Community-based organizations serving audiences typically underserved by museums can register to bring their clients to the Sciencenter for free.
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Plan your visit with our Sensory map
At the Sciencenter, we want every visitor to feel welcome and comfortable. Our Sensory Map highlights areas throughout the museum with features like loud sounds, bright or low lighting, strong smells, and temperature changes.
Whether you’re neurodivergent, visiting with young children, or simply planning your day, this map helps you explore at your own pace.
We also offer sensory kits during your visit with noise-reducing headphones and fidget tools, available at the front desk. Just ask a staff member!
Sensory map provided by Occupational Therapy Graduate Students at Ithaca College.
Explore Before You Visit
Get familiar with the museum layout and exhibits by taking a 360° virtual tour before you arrive!
Social Stories
To support all visitors in feeling prepared and confident for their visit, we offer Social Stories—narratives that walk through what to expect at the Sciencenter. These guides are especially helpful for visitors with sensory sensitivities, autism, or anxiety, but can benefit anyone who prefers extra preparation.
Accommodations
- All of our exhibits and our outdoor playgrounds are wheelchair accessible through outdoor ramps and our indoor elevator.
- Our 18-hole mini-golf course is wheelchair accessible throughout, and adaptive golf clubs are available for use.
- Wheelchair accessible stalls are located in our lobby restrooms, and there are family restrooms on both museum levels.
- Wheelchairs are available for use from the Front Desk.
- Complimentary admission will be extended to Personal Care Attendants (PCAs) who accompany clients with disabilities.
- Service animals are welcome under ADA guidelines.
- Sunglasses and noise reduction headphones are available for sensitive eyes and ears.
- Changing tables are available in all restrooms.
- Nursing mothers are welcome to breastfeed anywhere in the museum.
- iNotice of Compliance with Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the ADA