Developmental Disability News with a Focus on NYS

Queens Museum ArtAccess: Open Studio for Teens and Adults

February 9, 2023
The Boost News

Love art? On the first weekend of the month, the Queens Museum welcomes teens (ages 13+) and adults with disabilities and their families to visit from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for art-making and gallery exploration, guided by museum educators. Each month explores a new theme and art activities.

Also, children with disabilities aged 8 to 12 can go the first weekend of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. to the Museum Explorer’s Program.

Get the details here.

Know Before You Go (heads-up, you need to plan in advance!)

  • Participants must be accompanied by a care partner to the museum and throughout the workshop.
  • Share accommodation requests on the registration form at least three weeks in advance.
  • The museum offers free parking with limited spaces, along with public transportation options. Review its Social Narrative to help prepare for your visit.

Photo by Leo Chiou, Creative Commons