Accessibility
Supporting Experiences for Visitors with Disabilities
Our goal is to make HMNS George Observatory accessible to all visitors.
If you have a need that is not met by our current programming and resources, please reach out at the email contact below.
Certified Autism Center
All HMNS locations have worked with The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), a global leader in online training and certification programs, to be designated as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). Our staff has completed training and certification in best practices when assisting individuals with autism. By undergoing additional autism-specific training, the goal is for our team to be better equipped to provide better service and experiences to all. Click to learn more about Certified Autism Center™
For guests with physical disabilities, The George Observatory is wheelchair accessible. Please note that the 800-yard path from the Nature Center parking lot to the building is made of gravel and may be bumpy for manual and motorized wheelchair users. Both the path and the Observatory are lighted with red lights only, to preserve night vision. Upon arriving at the Observatory for stargazing, there is a ramp that leads up to the observation deck. The research telescope dome has a hydraulic floor, so that guests using most wheelchairs can use the eyepiece when the dome is open.
Certified Autism Center
All HMNS locations have worked with The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), a global leader in online training and certification programs, to be designated as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). Our staff has completed training and certification in best practices when assisting individuals with autism. By undergoing additional autism-specific training, the goal is for our team to be better equipped to provide better service and experiences to all. Click to learn more about Certified Autism Center™
For guests with physical disabilities, The George Observatory is wheelchair accessible. Please note that the 800-yard path from the Nature Center parking lot to the building is made of gravel and may be bumpy for manual and motorized wheelchair users. Both the path and the Observatory are lighted with red lights only, to preserve night vision. Upon arriving at the Observatory for stargazing, there is a ramp that leads up to the observation deck. The research telescope dome has a hydraulic floor, so that guests using most wheelchairs can use the eyepiece when the dome is open.
Contact
Accessibility Programs Manager