Relaxed Evening Event: Picasso: Printmaker @ British Museum, London
2025-03-10 18:30 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This event welcomes people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment in which to view the Picasso: printmaker exhibition.
Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was one of the most inventive and influential talents ever to explore the medium of print.
In addition to his many paintings, sculptures and drawings, the Málaga-born artist made over 2,400 prints during his career. From his early years as an artist in Paris to his old age in the South of France, printmaking offered Picasso the opportunity to develop ideas, tell stories and embark on new creative adventures.
This exhibition offers insights into Picasso’s life through his art, including his complex relationships with women and his partnerships with printers, publishers and other artists. Spanning his entire career, it follows his engagement with different printmaking techniques and his changing approaches to making art.
This event is part of the public programme supporting the exhibition Picasso: printmaker (open until 30 March 2025).
Booking information

Book now(Opens in new window)  to secure your place.
Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
Carers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket.
Assistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.
If you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.

Relaxed Opening @ Tower Bridge, London
2025-03-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Tower Bridge, SE1 2UP
Relaxed Opening
Experience a quieter and calmer Tower Bridge.

Booking information

Upcoming dates:

Saturday 8 Feb
Saturday 8 Mar

Time: 9:30 – 11:30. The attraction will open to the general public at 11:30 but you are welcome to stay for as long as you like.
Price: Standard entry charge
Guarantee your entry to Tower Bridge by booking your tickets online.
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About Relaxed Opening

On the second Saturday of every month, we host Relaxed Opening for anyone who would like to explore the Bridge in a calm, tranquil atmosphere, including people with autism and other neurodiverse needs, as well as their siblings, families and carers.
Families are able to explore the Towers, Glass Floors and Engine Rooms and also take part in a family trail if they wish.
To ensure the Bridge is as welcoming as possible, we:

Limit the number of people in the Bridge
Turn off loud hand-dryers and replace them with disposable hand-towels
Turn off loud soundscapes and video
Run regular disability awareness sessions with our staff
Provide visual story to help you plan your visit, available here.
Have Access Toolkits around the Bridge, which contain sensory items to help to assist visitors who may be overwhelmed due to the new environment.

A full list of Access features inside the Tower Bridge can be found on the Access for All page.
For any questions about the event please contact learning@towerbridge.org.uk or 020 7940 8397.

Relaxed Hour @ Showtown, Blackpool
2025-03-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Showtown, Blackpool, Blackpool, FY1 4TQ, United Kingdom
Showtown Relaxed Hour
Our relaxed hour is perfect for visitors who prefer a calmer environment and would like to enjoy the museum without the hustle and bustle of the general public. We will lower sounds and sensory activities will be available for visitors to enjoy.
Who is the Showtown Sensory Hour for?
These events are for our visitors with additional and/or sensory needs. Any age welcome, but tickets must be booked in advance.
Further Information

Showtown Relaxed Hour is a monthly event.
Visitors will be free to explore the museum at their leisure. Your ticket includes the access event and a further one hour (10-11am) in the museum if desired.
Our learning space will provide a quiet zone for any visitors that need a break.

Please note, this is an event ticket and therefore will NOT work as an annual pass.
Gallery Highlights:
Visitors will be free to explore the whole museum, but each monthly session will highlight and celebrate a particular gallery. In that gallery, we will have audio descriptive and/or touch tours on offer and BSL interpretation.
If you would like to discuss any special requirements you may need for your visit, please email us to discuss at info@showtownblackpool.co.uk

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Event times
Saturday 14th December 2024, 9am – 10am
Saturday 8th February 2025, 9am – 10am
Saturday 8th March 2025, 9am – 10am

Tickets
Adult – £7
Child – £5
Concession (senior aged 65+, student with ID) – £5
Carer – FREE
Resident Adult – FREE
Resident Child – FREE

Showtown Blackpool
Bank Hey Street,
Blackpool
FY1 4TQ

Quiet Hour Fridays: Helios @ Painted Hall, Greenwich
2025-03-07 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-02-28 10:00 - 11:15, 2025-02-21 10:00 - 11:15 | Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College, Greenwich, SE10 9NN, United Kingdom
ACCESS
Quiet Hour Fridays | Helios in the Painted Hall

WHAT’S ON
Every Friday | 10am–11.15am
Tickets: £16.50, kids go free
Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, Greenwich, London, SE10 9NN

This session is intended for those that want to appreciate the space in a more relaxed environment with a reduced number of visitors. This session is primarily for, but not limited to, neurodiverse adults and children, and any other visitors with sensory needs who may prefer a more relaxed experience

ABOUT HELIOS
Named after the ancient Greek and Roman sun god, symbolic of time and life, Helios honours the Sun’s profound impact on human history and culture. Every centimetre of the seven metre internally lit artwork represents 2000km of the Sun’s fiery expanse. This is a rare opportunity to closely examine the star’s extraordinary surface in astonishing detail.
At a scale of 1:200 million, every centimetre of the seven metre internally lit masterpiece represents 2000km of the Sun’s fiery expanse. Visitors will be captivated by the intricate beauty of sunspots, spicules, and filaments, including the solar activity that produced the UK’s mesmerising Northern Lights in May 2024. The imagery for the artwork has been compiled using photographs of the Sun provided by Astrophotographer Dr Stuart Green (taken between May 2018 to June 2024) and NASA observations of the Sun, with guidance from solar scientist, Professor Lucie Green of University College London (UCL).
The installation is a fusion of solar imagery, sunlight and a specially created surround sound composition by acclaimed artists Duncan Speakman and Sarah Anderson. Together, the soundscape and sculpture take audiences on a sensory journey, igniting curiosity and awe about both the closest star to Earth.
Find out more
IMPORTANT ACCESS INFORMATION
Please note that the main lift to access the Painted Hall is currently out of order due to a technical fault. There are 7 steps to access the King William Undercroft, 20 steps to access the Lower Vestibule of the Painted Hall, 16 steps to access the Main Vestibule the Painted Hall and a further 7 steps to access the Upper Hall. There is a small service lift to access the Upper Hall and Helios can be viewed from here. Find out more.

Relaxed Morning @ National Museum of Scotland
2025-03-02 10:00 - 12:00 | National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, EH1 1JF, United Kingdom
Relaxed Morning
2 Feb – 6 Jul 2025, 10:00 – 12:00 (Quiet space open until 12:30)
National Museum of Scotland
Free admission, drop-in

About Relaxed Morning

Join us for our monthly Relaxed Morning for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum.
This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families with autistic children; autistic young people and adults; adults living with dementia; adults and children with mental health problems and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience, plus their families, friends and carers.
Friendly staff will be there to give you a warm welcome and support your visit, as you explore some areas of the museum without noisy interactives and videos to give a more relaxed environment.
The Relaxed Morning includes access to the entirety of the museum currently open to the public.
At 12:00 sound will be switched back on, but visitors to this session are welcome to remain in the museum for as long as they like. A quiet space will be available in the Level 4 Learning Centre from 10:00-12:30, please speak to a member of staff for directions.
Upcoming dates

Sunday 2 February
Sunday 2 March
Sunday 6 April
Sunday 4 May
Sunday 1 June
Sunday 6 July

What does ‘relaxed’ mean?
‘Relaxed’ means the following changes will be made and additional resources offered:

Where possible, loud sounds from audiovisual displays, interactives and films will be reduced or switched off.
Our well-trained Visitor Experience team and other staff will be available to answer questions and support your visit – we’ll be looking out for sunflower lanyards too.
Some sensory backpacks are available for children to borrow to enhance their visit.
A Sensory Map of the museum is available to help you learn about sound levels, lighting levels, tactile opportunities and which galleries are more/less crowded.
Signage around the museum, alerting visitors to the time slot being a ‘relaxed’ session, and signposting noisier and busier galleries that cannot be adapted.
A quiet space will be available.
We also offer bookable sessions for children with ASN and their families. Please visit our Sensory Sunday page for more information.

Please note, there are some sounds that we are unable to change:

The Millennium clock in the Collecting Stories gallery will sound at 11:00 and 12:00.
The audio-visuals in the Science and Technology galleries.

Planning and preparing for your visit

We suggest entering the museum through the Tower Entrance as this is usually a quieter space and staff will be there to welcome you.
Download a visual story of the museum to help you familiarise yourself with the galleries.
Download a PDF of the Sensory Map to help you plan your route around the museum (physical copies are also available at the museum).

Please be aware that this opening takes place during regular museum hours so we are unable to promise reduced numbers, but first thing on a Sunday morning tends to be a quieter time. However, some areas may get busy and loud with excited visitors. Our Sensory Map can help identify areas of the museum that are usually less busy and we will have signs outside particularly noisy galleries.
Find out more about accessibility at the National Museum of Scotland.

Relaxed Early Opening @ Household Cavalry Museum, London
2025-03-01 09:15 - 11:15 | Household Cavalry Museum, London, Greater London, SW1A 2AX, United Kingdom
Would you like to visit the Household Cavalry Museum in a more relaxed way? Why not come to one of our early opening sessions and enjoy the collection without the usual sounds.

Tuesday 18 February 2025 from 9.15am -11.15 am
Saturday 1 March 2025 from 9.15am -11.15 am
About Relaxed Early Opening…

Enjoy our early morning opening for those families who prefer to visit the museum at a quiet time.
Primarily for, but not limited to, those families who have a child with autism, or children with social emotional or mental health needs, or those who prefer a more relaxed visit.
The museum opens for a quiet hour on Tuesday February 18th 2025 from 9.15am -11.15 am when the video sounds will be turned off to reduce sensory impact. The interactive and videos will be turned back on at 11.15am when you are welcome to remain for longer if you wish.
Families are able to explore the Museum and Horse Guards Parade before the daily duties of the Household Cavalry begin and also take part in a family trail if they wish.
To ensure the Museum is as welcoming as possible, there will be:

Sensory backpacks will be available free of charge from the Main Admission.
A quiet space available
Sensory tables in the stables set up to look and feel.
Turn off our loud sound and videos.
Turn off loud hand-dryers and replace them with disposable hand-towels.

You can access our online visual story before visiting to ensure you make the most of your experience.
Download our visual story here

This event has been made possible by the Family Friendly Grant from the Museum Development London.

Relaxed sessions: Entire Museum @ Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Exeter
2025-02-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery, Exeter, EX4 3RX, United Kingdom
Relaxed sessions: Entire Museum

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A Relaxed Session is a good way to enjoy the museum at a quieter pace.
These times are especially suited to people with autism, anxiety and associated conditions. Everyone is welcome at RAMM.
Numbers are limited to create a calmer atmosphere, so book before you travel to be sure of your place.
Relaxed sessions will take place on-

Tuesday 28 Jan, 9.30am to 10.30am
Friday 28 Feb, 17:00-18:00

If you are unable to use pre-booked tickets, they can be transferred to a later Relaxed session time/date (space permitting).
Entry via the Queen Street entrance at the front of the building. Toilets will be open and are fully accessible.
Ear defenders are free to borrow. If you need to step into a separate calm area during your visit, just ask at Reception.
Get in touch on ramm.enquiries@exeter.gov.uk or ask at Reception for more information.
See our access page for visual stories to prepare your visit.

Event Information

Dates and Times

28 January 2025 9.30 to – 10.30am
28 February 2025 5 to – 6pm

Price
Free

Location
RAMM

Event Types
Families & Children

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Relaxed afternoons for adults (autism and learning disability friendly) @ Portrait, Scotland
2025-02-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Portrait Scotland, Edinburgh, EH2 1JD, United Kingdom
Relaxed afternoons for adults (autism and learning disability friendly)

Portrait
Tuesday 25 February 2025, 2–3pm
Free
Booking Essential
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Join us at the Portrait for regular, relaxed, sensory-friendly afternoons for adults with additional support needs, including autistic adults and those with learning disabilities. At these sessions you can meet other people, see artworks in our gallery spaces and take part in creative activities.
There will be a quiet, comfortable space available at all times for you to use.
Places are free but limited so please book online.  Only one ticket is needed per participant, companions do not need a ticket.
For more information or assistance please contact us on 0131 624 6410 or learning@nationalgalleries.org
Watch an introduction to the gallery
Download sensory map

Relaxed Evening Event: Egyptian death and afterlife @ British Museum, London
2025-02-24 18:30 - 20:00 | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This event welcomes people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment in which to view the upper floor Egyptian galleries (Rooms 61–66).
Join us for a relaxed evening at the Museum, devoted to exploring death and the afterlife, which held particular significance and meaning for the ancient Egyptians. Mummification, magic and ritual are investigated through the objects on display in the galleries.
These include mummies, coffins, funerary masks, portraits and other items designed to be buried with the deceased. We’ll look at small figures called shabtis, buried to magically provide for the deceased and help them pass into the afterlife, as well as animals sacred to the gods, like bulls, crocodiles, cats and falcons, which were also mummified.
Please be aware that these galleries include human remains. The British Museum is committed to curating human remains with care, respect and dignity. Find out more about human remains at the British Museum.
Booking information

Book now(Opens in new window) to secure your place
Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information
Carers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket
Assistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum
If you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971

Scheduled dates

February 2025

Monday 10 February
Times:18.30–20.00Status:

Monday 24 February
Times:18.30–20.00

Orchids Quiet Sessions @ Kew Gardens, London
2025-02-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Kew Gardens, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Richmond, London, Surrey, TW9 3JR, United Kingdom
Enjoy Orchids with reduced crowds in our quiet sessions for our disabled and neurodiverse visitors.
We are closing the Princess of Wales Conservatory to the public to allow visitors with special educational needs, disabilities like Autism Spectrum Condition, conditions like dementia, and/or sensory processing needs to have a more comfortable visit.
During the quiet sessions, we will be permitting fewer people than our usual time slots and ensuring easy access to avoid potentially stressful queues.
This year we celebrate Peru, one of the most biodiverse countries on Earth, with its landscapes ranging from beaches and deserts to mountains, valleys and rainforests.

Accessibility
Mobility scooters are not permitted in the Princess of Wales Conservatory, but we can provide wheelchairs for visitors to use on arrival.
Please note that not all of the glasshouse is wheelchair accessible, but all locations pertaining to the orchids festival are.
Accessibility at Kew

Relaxed Day @ Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh
2025-02-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh’s Science Centre & Planetarium, is holding Relaxed Opening Hours on 23rd February. The Relaxed Opening Hours aim to provide a calm and inclusive environment for visitors; designed for those who would benefit from a more relaxed visit, but open to everyone. These sessions prioritise sensory comfort without compromising on the overall Dynamic Earth experience.
During Relaxed Opening hours, the following changes will be made:

Reduced visitor numbers throughout the day.
Alterations to lighting and audio features.
Additional accessibility resources available, including sensory bags, social stories and sensory maps.
Disability and neurodiversity awareness training for staff.
Captions on all videos, and BSL interpretation on the 3pm Planetarium show.
A wide range of sensory aids
Flexible admission to our tour and Planetarium.
Designated quiet space for visitors to use.
If you have any specific needs, please contact us beforehand so we can provide the best possible experience for you.

Relaxed Opening Morning @ The Mary Rose Museum, Portsmouth
2025-02-23 10:00 - 12:00 | The Mary Rose, Portsmouth, PO1 3PY
Relaxed Opening Morning

When
Sunday 29th Dec 2024,
Thursday 30th Jan 2025,
Sunday 23rd Feb 2025,
Thursday 27th Mar 2025

Time
–

Price
Free with a valid Mary Rose Museum ticket

Event type
Accessibility events

For
Visitors with visual impairment or other medical and physical conditions, such as autism or dementia

Every month we hold Relaxed Opening Mornings, where from 10am-12 noon the lights in the museum will be at a higher level, and sound effects will be turned down. As always our wonderful team of volunteers and staff will be on hand to guide you through the experience.
The environment within the Mary Rose Museum is designed to create a stunning atmosphere and display, as well as helping protect the delicate collection of objects within the gallery showcases. However, we understand that visitors with a visual impairment or those with other medical and physical conditions, such as autism or dementia, can find our lighting levels, as well as the sound effects, to be a challenge.
At this higher lighting level, some visual displays may not be so effective, so guests wishing to enjoy the full immersive experience and displays would be advised to visit us after 12 noon on these specific days.

Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-02-22 18:30 - 20:30 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights
7 November 2024 – 19 April 2025
Free
Relaxed opening
Photo of a person at a relaxed opening of the exhibition ‘Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights’. They are wearing ear defenders and sitting on a comfortable mat in the exhibition space.
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What you’ll do
If you need additional support to enjoy the exhibition ‘Hard Graft: Work, Health and Rights’, join us for a friendly, relaxed opening. We want you to feel comfortable to be yourself and experience the exhibition in a way that is right for you.
You will find:
extra staff available to help you
fewer people in the exhibition
sensory-support equipment (including ear defenders, tinted glasses and visors, stim toys and weighted lap pads)
comfortable cushions and mats if you need to sit or lie down in the exhibition
a chill-out space.
If you need a space away from the exhibition at any time, you can come to our chill-out room. In this room there will be low lighting, comfortable seating, cushions, mats and space to move around and be yourself. You can also make use of ear defenders, earplugs, board games, stim toys and materials with different textures.
There are four relaxed openings. The events in November and April are during our normal opening hours, and the rest of the building will be open and in use. The relaxed openings in January and February will be after our normal hours.
In November and January there are also relaxed openings of ‘Jason and the Adventure of 254’. You do not need to book a separate ticket to attend both exhibition openings.
Dates
7 November 2024 – 19 April 2025
Events
Saturday 4 January 2025
18:30 – 20:30
Relaxed opening
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft
Gallery 1
The rest of our building will be closed during this event but there is a relaxed opening of ‘Jason and the Adventure of 254’ that you are also welcome to join.
Booking opens Thursday 5 December 2024 16:00
Saturday 22 February 2025
18:30 – 20:30
Relaxed opening
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft
Gallery 1
The rest of our building will be closed during this event.
Booking opens Thursday 23 January 2025 16:00
Saturday 19 April 2025
10:00 – 12:00
Relaxed opening
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft
Gallery 1
The rest of our building will be open as usual during this event.
Booking opens Thursday 20 March 2025 16:00
Past events
Thursday 7 November 2024
10:00 – 12:00
Relaxed opening
Relaxed Openings of Hard Graft
Gallery 1
The rest of our building will be open as usual during this event. You can also join a relaxed opening of ‘Jason and the Adventure of 254′.
Need to know
Location
We’ll be in Gallery 1. When you enter Wellcome Collection, it’s on the left on level 0.
Place not guaranteed
Booking a ticket for a free event does not guarantee you a place. You should aim to arrive 15 minutes before the event is scheduled to start to claim your place. If you do not arrive on time, your place may be given to someone on the waiting list.
Waiting list
If this event is fully booked, you may still be able to attend. We will operate a waiting list, which opens 30 minutes before this event starts. Arrive early, and we’ll give you a numbered ticket. If there are any unfilled places just before the start time, we will invite you to enter in order of ticket number.
For more information, please visit our Accessibility page. If you have any queries about accessibility, please email us at access@wellcomecollection.org or call 0 2 0. 7 6 1 1. 2 2 2 2020 7611 2222.
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Morning Stars: Advanced Show @ Royal Observatory, Greenwich
2025-02-22 10:15 - 11:00 | Planetarium, Royal Observatory, London, SE10 8XJ
Morning Stars

Relaxed planetarium shows for those who prefer a calmer environment, such as people with autism

Ticketed
Essential Information

Type
Planetarium shows

Location

Royal Observatory

Date and Times
17 and 22 February, 7 and 11 April, 26 and 30 May, 2 and 16 August | 10.15-11.00am

Prices
£10 Adult | £5 Child | Free Companion tickets

10% off for members. Not a member? Join now

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Our Morning Stars planetarium shows are designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer and more relaxed environment, in particular those with autism.

These shows are presented live by a Royal Observatory astronomer with several adaptations from our normal planetarium sessions, including:

Room lighting is left at a higher level, bright enough that you can walk around safely, and leave and re-enter the show if you wish.
Narration is much slower and calmer.
The presenter will describe everything before it happens, giving plenty of time for you to prepare for any changes in light levels, imagery or sounds.
A small number of ear defenders will be available to borrow for the duration of the show. You will be able to take a pair after you enter the planetarium.
Fewer tickets are available so there is more space to spread out from other visitors.
The show runs at the beginning of the day, so fewer visitors will be around the site in general.

To help you prepare for your Morning Stars show, we have a visual guide to visiting the planetarium available to download.

Download Morning Stars Visual Story – Jun 2024.pdf
pdf, 2.58 MB

Free entry to the Royal Observatory Site is included with this show. Please note that this site will also be open to general entry, so may be overwhelming for some.

There are different variations of this show, to suit those with different levels of astronomy knowledge:

Variation
Upcoming Dates

Beginners
17 February, 7 April, 30 May, 2 August

Advanced
22 February, 11 April, 26 May, 16 August

Beginners show
10.15-11.00am | Royal Observatory Greenwich
This version of the show is more suitable for younger children or anyone who has very little knowledge of astronomy.
It will feature:

The night sky in general
Constellations
The Moon
Mars
Saturn
Deep space images

Advanced show
10.15-11.00am | Royal Observatory Greenwich
This version of the show is more suitable for older children, adults or anyone who would benefit from a more in-depth look into the subject.
It will feature:

The night sky in general
Constellations
Star formation
How stars end
The Moon
The planets with a close look at at least one
Galaxies (if time allows)

Under-5s will not be admitted – the beginners show is suitable for younger children.

How to book

Planetarium shows are available to book online and by phone. Our shows are very popular, so to prevent any disappointment, we recommend booking your tickets in advance.
To book your tickets, please click here or contact the Bookings team on 0208 312 6608. The office is open Monday-Sunday, 9am-5pm.
We have a very limited number of free tickets for each session available for Members of Royal Museums Greenwich. Please contact the Membership office to learn more.

Check out the full list of upcoming planetarium shows and events here.
Header image by ESA/Hubble & NASA

Free autism-friendly early opening @ The Library at Willesden Green, London
2025-02-21 09:30 - 10:30 | The Library at Willesden Green, 95 High Rd, London, NW10 2SF, United Kingdom
Free autism-friendly early opening at The Library at Willesden Green
9.30-10.30am on Friday 21 February 2025
95 High Rd, London NW10 2SF
For children aged 3-15 plus parents/carers/siblings.

Please come and join us for a special Autism-Friendly morning for children aged 3-15 years with their siblings, parents and carers. This is an autism-friendly hour with quieter space to borrow books and explore the museum and Becoming Brent exhibition. We’ll have two fun I-spies for you to use in the museum (transport and numbers themed).

Please book a free ticket for each person in your group (including siblings and adults)

We’re creating a welcoming and inclusive space for individuals with autism to enjoy the building. Our staff are trained to provide a supportive environment. Whether you want to read, relax, or explore, we’re here to make your visit enjoyable. Join us for a morning tailored just for you!

There are accessible toilets on all floors and a quieter room on the ground floor.

Everyone who books tickets for this special early opening will receive a visual story a week in advance to provide an idea of what to expect on arrival. Please add the email address museum.archives@brent.gov.uk to your contacts to avoid the visual story email going to your junk folder by accident.

The building opens to the general public at 10.30am.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact Jana Cameron, Learning Officer at Brent Museum and Archives on 07909 007 182 or jana.cameron@brent.gov.uk

On the day of the event, your contact if needed is Rebecca Thompson on 07776 664 529.

Handle with Care: Conversations Through Objects @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-02-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
Join our Visitor Experience team for a drop-in object-handling session, where you can get up close to some of the items in our collection.
There will be different stations throughout the space, each with objects that you can touch.
You can explore the objects at your own pace and join in with some creative activities.
Come along if you are interested in the connections between health, history and art.

SEND: Relaxed Family Morning @ Wallace Collection, London
2025-02-19 09:00 - 12:00 | The Wallace Collection, Manchester Square, London, London, E1 3AQ, United Kingdom
SEND: Relaxed Family Morning

Event details

Date
Wednesday 19 February 2025

Time
09.00-12.00 GMT

Location
At the museum (Great Galley and Learning Studio)

Join us for an autism-friendly morning visit, tailored for neurodiverse children and their families. Inspired by the artist Canaletto, journey across cities and landscapes with engaging, multisensory activities and storytelling.
Create a unique building to add to our city or take home. The activities will be suitable for all skill levels and abilities.
As this is a quieter time, it is a great opportunity to come and join the family activities. Please note that the rest of the museum will open to the general public at 10:00 GMT.
Free, but booking is essential. For ages 5+.
Contact Ian.Crighton@wallacecollection.org to book a place or call 0207 563 9508.

Dawnosaurs @ Natural History Museum, London
2025-02-19 08:00 - 10:00 | Natural History Museum, London, SW7 5BD, United Kingdom
Dawnosaurs: Relaxed Morning Visit

Event information

Neurodivergent children and their families have the opportunity to explore the museum before anyone else and enjoy activities around different themes.
19 February, 10 May, 23 July, 11 October, 6 December
08.00-10.00
Free, booking required
Tickets for February and May will go on sale in early January

Dawnosaurs is a free event for neurodivergent children (including autism ADHD, Tourette’s, OCD and other sensory processing difficulties).
Enjoy the Museum, free from the hustle and bustle of the general public. Visitors have access to a wide range of galleries and activities, supported by and led by experienced, neurodivergent-aware facilitators.
This event is best for children aged five to 15, and siblings are welcome.
Tickets
It’s essential that all visitors book a free ticket online in advance. Tickets are released for each event a few months in advance.
Please read the essential information before booking.

Dawnosaurs Visual Story (PDF 3.40MB)

Essential information

FAQs

Can’t make it to the Museum?

If you can’t make it to the Museum but still want to join in on the Dawnosaurs fun, take part in our free online activities from home at a time that suits you.

Discover Dawnosaurs online

2025 event dates
Wednesday 19 February (on sale soon)
Saturday 10 May (on sale soon)
Wednesday 23 July
Saturday 11 October
Saturday 6 December

Seacole Sessions Family Activity: Make a glowing firefly @ Museum of the Order of St John, London
2025-02-18 11:00 - 15:30 | Museum of the Order of St John, London, EC1M 4DA
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Seacole Sessions Family Activity: Make a glowing firefly

Part of the Seacole Sessions for Neurodiverse Families collection

Did you know that fireflies can be found here in London? Join us to create your own firefly which you can take home.

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Date and time

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11:00 – 15:30 GMT

Location

Museum of the Order of St John
St John’s Gate 26 St John’s Lane London EC1M 4DA
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About this event

Event lasts 4 hours 30 minutes

Make a nice-smelling pomander with herbs from our garden. In the past it was believed that they would ward off “bad air” and disease.
Seacole Sessions are sensory friendly events for families. They are designed to support autistic and neurodiverse families and are suitable for people who would benefit from visiting the museum when it is less crowded and noisy. Spaces for these activities are limited and free tickets must be booked in advance. All those who sign up will be sent a visual story via email.
Important information:
•Our programme is recommended for 3-10 year olds but siblings and babies are very welcome.
•Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the activity.
•The workshop will take place in the Museum’s Learning Centre, beside the Priory Church, on the north side of St John’s Square. For an exact location, please use what3words:///pardon.thing.fuzzy.
•If you can no longer attend the activity, please let us know so that we can give another family the opportunity to participate.
•If anyone in your group has sensory needs please contact us (museum@sja.org.uk) and we will ensure that your table is located in a quieter environment, provide you with a visual story or talk through how else we can best assist you on the day.

Chilled Experiences @ Frameless, London
2025-02-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Frameless, London, W1H 7AP, United Kingdom
ACCESSIBILITY

To book an accessible ticket during a regular admission timeslot, you can add a free carer ticket along with a paid adult or child ticket. Add your carer ticket during the regular checkout process along with your full priced ticket. Or click here to learn more about our Chilled Experiences, designed especially for SEND visitors.

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ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
We’re looking forward to welcoming you to FRAMELESS.
We are always striving to provide the best support for visitors who require assistance. Please don’t hesitate to speak to a member of our team if you require any help or have any questions during your visit.
Whilst there is no strobe lighting in any of the main 4 galleries, the experience does contain moving images and changes in light that may affect some people (including flashes of lightning in ‘The World Around us’). There will be music playing in each of the four galleries. The music in each is a different style and can peak at above 85 decibels (ear defenders are available for young children and those that may be affected; please ask a member of our staff for assistance).
You can find more information about our dedicated SEND sessions here and our BSL tours here or for our Audio Described tours here. You can also find information about our Relaxed school events here.
Please contact access@frameless.com if you require any further support.
Our FAQ page answers some of the most commonly asked questions. In addition, there are QR codes outside each of the galleries to enhance your experience. They can also be accessed here.

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SEE GUIDE SITE

QUICK ACCESS GUIDES
You will find both an easy read and visual guide below which details everything you need to know about your visit.

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VIEW VISUAL GUIDE

CHILLED EXPERIENCES

As an accessible, multisensory, immersive art experience, FRAMELESS is committed to ensuring that all visitors can access and enjoy the experience. Our dedicated Chilled Experiences are open to all, but have been created especially for deaf, disabled and

We are always striving to provide the best support for visitors who require assistance. Please don’t hesitate to speak to a member of our team if you require any help or have any questions during your visit. If you require any further support or assistance, please email access@frameless.com and one of team can advise you or give you a call back.
We’re looking forward to welcoming you to FRAMELESS.

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CANCELLED - Relaxed Early Opening @ Household Cavalry Museum, London
2025-02-18 09:15 - 11:15 | Household Cavalry Museum, London, Greater London, SW1A 2AX, United Kingdom

Relaxed Evening Event: Picasso: Printmaker @ British Museum, London
2025-02-17 18:30 - 20:00 | British Museum, London, WC1B 3DG, United Kingdom
This event welcomes people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals and anyone with sensory needs seeking a calmer environment in which to view the Picasso: printmaker exhibition.
Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was one of the most inventive and influential talents ever to explore the medium of print.
In addition to his many paintings, sculptures and drawings, the Málaga-born artist made over 2,400 prints during his career. From his early years as an artist in Paris to his old age in the South of France, printmaking offered Picasso the opportunity to develop ideas, tell stories and embark on new creative adventures.
This exhibition offers insights into Picasso’s life through his art, including his complex relationships with women and his partnerships with printers, publishers and other artists. Spanning his entire career, it follows his engagement with different printmaking techniques and his changing approaches to making art.
This event is part of the public programme supporting the exhibition Picasso: printmaker (open until 30 March 2025).
Booking information

Book now(Opens in new window)  to secure your place.
Please meet at the Montague Place entrance at 6.30pm. View the Museum map(Opens in new window) for more information.
Carers and Disabled people’s companions do not need to book a ticket.
Assistance dogs are very welcome in the Museum.
If you have any access requirements or need assistance booking this event please email access@britishmuseum.org or phone +44 (0)20 7323 8971.

Scheduled dates

February 2025

Monday 17 February
Times:18.30–20.00

Relaxed Mondays @ The Cartoon Museum, London
2025-02-17 11:00 - 17:30 | Cartoon Museum, London, W1A 3AE
Relaxed Mondays: Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27.

Overview
Our free Relaxed Monday events have been specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences.
Events this year: February 17th. April 7th. May 26th. July 28th. August 4th. August 25th. October 27.
Events are free, but advance booking is essential. One ticket per person, and one member of the group needs to be aged 5-25 with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences. Drop-in workshops are most suitable for ages 8-14. Drinks and snacks will be available. Join us for a free morning or afternoon event specifically designed for children and young people with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences. The event offers children and young people the opportunity to visit the museum without the distraction of other visitors, accompanied by their families, carers or friends. Throughout each session there will be drop-in cartoon workshops with our cartoonist Steve Marchant, as well as a self-led trail of the museum – or you can just use the time to explore the museum at your own pace. We cannot be responsible for any attendees. However, if there are any access requirements you would like us to know about or discuss, as well as any questions you may have, please email learning@cartoonmuseum.org and our Learning and Outreach Officer, Steve, will be happy to talk through everything. If you have booked tickets, we will email you our accessibility information ahead of the visit, including: Visual Story of the day, exhibition videos along with accessible descriptions, sensory descriptions of the museum, and the best accessible routes to get to the museum using public transport.

Location

Morning Stars: Beginners @ Royal Observatory Greenwich, London
2025-02-17 10:15 - 11:00 | Planetarium, Royal Observatory, London, SE10 8XJ
Ticketed
Essential Information

Type
Planetarium shows

Location

Royal Observatory

Date and Times
17 and 22 February, 7 and 11 April, 26 and 30 May, 2 and 16 August | 10.15-11.00am

Prices
£10 Adult | £5 Child | Free Companion tickets

10% off for members. Not a member? Join now

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Our Morning Stars planetarium shows are designed for anyone who would benefit from a calmer and more relaxed environment, in particular those with autism.

These shows are presented live by a Royal Observatory astronomer with several adaptations from our normal planetarium sessions, including:

Room lighting is left at a higher level, bright enough that you can walk around safely, and leave and re-enter the show if you wish.
Narration is much slower and calmer.
The presenter will describe everything before it happens, giving plenty of time for you to prepare for any changes in light levels, imagery or sounds.
A small number of ear defenders will be available to borrow for the duration of the show. You will be able to take a pair after you enter the planetarium.
Fewer tickets are available so there is more space to spread out from other visitors.
The show runs at the beginning of the day, so fewer visitors will be around the site in general.

To help you prepare for your Morning Stars show, we have a visual guide to visiting the planetarium available to download.

Download Morning Stars Visual Story – Jun 2024.pdf
pdf, 2.58 MB

Free entry to the Royal Observatory Site is included with this show. Please note that this site will also be open to general entry, so may be overwhelming for some.

There are different variations of this show, to suit those with different levels of astronomy knowledge:

Variation
Upcoming Dates

Beginners
17 February, 7 April, 30 May, 2 August

Advanced
22 February, 11 April, 26 May, 16 August

Beginners show
10.15-11.00am | Royal Observatory Greenwich
This version of the show is more suitable for younger children or anyone who has very little knowledge of astronomy.
It will feature:

The night sky in general
Constellations
The Moon
Mars
Saturn
Deep space images

Advanced show
10.15-11.00am | Royal Observatory Greenwich
This version of the show is more suitable for older children, adults or anyone who would benefit from a more in-depth look into the subject.
It will feature:

The night sky in general
Constellations
Star formation
How stars end
The Moon
The planets with a close look at at least one
Galaxies (if time allows)

Under-5s will not be admitted – the beginners show is suitable for younger children.

How to book

Planetarium shows are available to book online and by phone. Our shows are very popular, so to prevent any disappointment, we recommend booking your tickets in advance.
To book your tickets, please click here or contact the Bookings team on 0208 312 6608. The office is open Monday-Sunday, 9am-5pm.
We have a very limited number of free tickets for each session available for Members of Royal Museums Greenwich. Please contact the Membership office to learn more.

Check out the full list of upcoming planetarium shows and events here.
Header image by ESA/Hubble & NASA

Early Birds Evening @ Science Museum, London
2025-02-15 18:30 - 21:30 | Science Museum, SW7 2DD
Early Birds is a sensory friendly event for families with members who need a quieter environment to enjoy the museum.
Early Birds visitors will also have an opportunity to book tickets to lower capacity sessions in Wonderlab at a reduced rate.
Book tickets now
Future dates
Saturday 15 February 2025 18.30 – 21.30
Saturday 22 March 2025 08.00 – 11.00
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More about Early Birds
This event is suitable for those who benefit from visiting the museum free from the hustle and bustle of the general public (for example, individuals with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences).
Taking place on selected Saturdays and Sundays across the year, we open the museum exclusively before or after hours, and wherever possible will have adjusted operations and/or lowered volume levels on exhibits.
As well as exploring some of the galleries, you can enjoy a selection of fun workshops in a gallery space. There will also be quiet areas for those needing to take a break. More details on exactly what to expect on the day will be sent out in advance of each Early Birds event.
The Early Birds accessible events are completely free and suitable for families with children aged 4–15. Siblings are welcome to attend, but all children and adults attending the event will need to book.
Information
Free Accessible event
Date: Saturday 11 January 2024
Time: 8.00 – 11.00
Price: Free but booking required
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FAQs

Early Birds Morning Session @ Science Museum, London
2025-02-15 08:00 - 11:00 | Science Museum, SW7 2DD
EARLY BIRDS

Early Birds is a sensory friendly event for families with members who need a quieter environment to enjoy the museum.

Early Birds visitors will also have an opportunity to book tickets to lower capacity sessions in Wonderlab at a reduced rate.
NEXT EARLY BIRDS: SATURDAY 15 FEBRUARY 2025 08.00-11.00 AND 18.30–21.30

Wonderlab and Power Up will be available to Early Birds Visitors for a reduced fee.

Book tickets for morning session
Book tickets for evening session

FUTURE DATES
Saturday 22 March 2025 08.00 – 11.00
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MORE ABOUT EARLY BIRDS
This event is suitable for those who benefit from visiting the museum free from the hustle and bustle of the general public (for example, individuals with autism spectrum conditions or sensory processing differences).
Taking place on selected Saturdays and Sundays across the year, we open the museum exclusively before or after hours, and wherever possible will have adjusted operations and/or lowered volume levels on exhibits.
As well as exploring some of the galleries, you can enjoy a selection of fun workshops in a gallery space. There will also be quiet areas for those needing to take a break. More details on exactly what to expect on the day will be sent out in advance of each Early Birds event.
The Early Birds accessible events are completely free and suitable for families with children aged 4–15. Siblings are welcome to attend, but all children and adults attending the event will need to book.

INFORMATION

FREE ACCESSIBLE EVENT

DATE: Saturday 15 February 2025
TIME: 08.00-11.00 and 18.30–21.30
PRICE: Free but booking required

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evening session
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Access to Work @ Wellcome Collection, London
2025-02-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Wellcome Collection, London, NW1 2BE
Access to Work

Thursday 13 February 2025, 11:00 – 12:30

Free

Discussion

British Sign Language

Captioned

Hearing loop

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What you’ll do

When it comes to work, an accessible approach benefits us all. Join us for a panel discussion exploring the relationship between labour, art, disability, parenting and interdependent networks of care.
The conversation will be rooted in disability justice and co-produced by artist Jamila Prowse in collaboration with the Art Working Parents Alliance.
The panel will talk about their perspectives on creative practices, work and care. There will then be an opportunity for you to share your views and ask questions.
For anyone who’d like to bring babies and children, there will be a comfy room where you can watch the event on a screen while they move around, make noise and play.
One of the panellists will be wearing a respiratory mask. Please get in touch if this will present any access barriers for you, for example if you lipread. Face masks will be available on the day for anyone who’d like to use one.
BSL interpretation will be provided by Anne-Marie Marray and Grace Buckle.
The event will also be livestreamed on Wellcome Collection’s YouTube channel. You can book a ticket for the in-venue event or YouTube livestream below.
Some of the team are immunocompromised so please join via the livestream if you’re feeling unwell.

Dates

Thursday 13 February 2025, 11:00 – 12:30
