Sensory Friendly Sunday
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Sensory Friendly Sunday

A woman and a girl stand in front of artwork in a gallery.

Sensory Friendly Sunday is a monthly event designed for kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities. From 8 am to 11 am on the second Sunday of the month, the galleries will be closed to the general public, allowing visitors to enjoy the museum in a calm environment with accommodations such as quiet spaces, fidgets, and sunglasses available. Experience the Walker’s exhibitions, grab an art kit to make art at home, or just hang out in a different setting.

Sensory Friendly Sunday was developed in consultation with the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) and the University of Minnesota’s Occupational Therapy Program.

This project is made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

  • Logo: Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Family Programs are supported by the KHR McNeely Family Foundation, thanks to Kevin, Rosemary, and Hannah Rose McNeely.

  • Logo: KHR McNeely Family Foundation

Education and Public Programs are supported by the Patrick and Aimee Butler Family Foundation.