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Explore Abilities Day at Children's Museum of Houston


*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 04/12/2020
The Children’s Museum of Houston will host Explore Abilities Day, an opportunity for kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and sensory processing differences to explore the Museum. We have a host of activities for both caregivers and kids, including storytimes, therapy dogs and much more! Doors will be closed to the public. There will be no music and sound-reducing headphones will be available. Outside food and drinks will be allowed (Fresh Café will be closed). Pre-registration is required.

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Event time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Activities:

  • Social Thinking Story Time: Listen to some fun stories that you're sure to enjoy in the Library. 
    • Event time: 11 a.m., 11:45 a.m. and 1 p.m. 
  • Houston Ballet: Learn some cool moves from Teaching Artist Katey Tidwell in Power Play Alcove.
    • Event time: 10 a.m. - noon 
  • Caring Critters: Come interact with the wonderful therapy pups in Tree Top.
    • Event time: 10 a.m. to noon 
  • The Parish School: Amy Lerman, MA, CCC-SLP tells us about "Red Flags and Understanding Typical Lanuagage Development" in Brown Auditorium.
    • Event time: 10:15 to 11 a.m.

Admission is just $5, and FREE for members! To register, please contact Lydia Dungus at (713) 535-7238.
 
This exclusive event includes the following modifications: 


  • Doors will be closed to the public
  • Less crowded environment free from unnecessary distractions
  • No music will be playing on the overhead audio systems
  • Extra visual signage for safety
  • Specialists on hand for consultation and extra fun activities
  • Sound reducing headphones, ear defenders and sunglasses available on loan
  • Designated quiet rooms will be available
  • Families are allowed to bring in outside food and drinks (Fresh Café will be closed)

Admission is just $5, and FREE for members! To register, please contact Lydia Dungus at (713) 535-7238.

Media Note: There is a possibility news outlets will attend and photograph this event.


*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.

Location:

1500 Binz
Houston, TX, 77004
United States

Phone:

(713) 535-7238
Contact name: 
Lydia Dungus
Email address: 
The event has already taken place on this date: 
04/12/2020
Time: 
10 am - 3 pm
Price: 
Admission is just $5, and FREE for members! To register, please contact Lydia Dungus at (713) 535-7238.

Ages

All Ages Adults & kids together