Southern Museum Offers Sensory-Friendly Afternoon in Kennesaw |
Oct. 27 program opens Civil War and train history exhibits to visitors with autism and sensory needs |
The museum sits at 2829 Cherokee Street NW in downtown Kennesaw, with parking behind the building at 2937 Shirley Drive. It is open Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The sensory-friendly program runs during regular Tuesday hours, so families can choose how much of the three-hour window fits their needs.
Admission is included with a regular ticket; the event page says museum members enter free. Visitors can explore at their own pace even if they don't join a story time. The event page lists the schedule and program theme but does not spell out each sensory adjustment. Call 770-427-2117 if a particular accommodation will affect your visit.
A little planning can make the afternoon easier: review the story-time slots, choose whether to join one, and allow time for an unhurried visit. Families can bring familiar comfort items or headphones if those help. Check the museum's October 27 listing for any last-minute changes before traveling. |
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We have a museum membership, so it's nice this afternoon is included. Being able to leave the story time if needed helps too.
It’s great that members can attend at no extra cost. Families can also choose to explore the galleries instead of joining story time.
Elaine MorrisSame here. Knowing we can step out without missing a separate ticketed event takes some pressure off.
I'd call before going to find out what sensory changes they actually make. The museum listing doesn't give families much to plan around.
Rob K.Agreed. I'd want to know about lighting and noise levels before bringing my nephew.
We agree, families need those details to plan. The museum hadn’t published a detailed accommodations list when we reported this, so calling ahead is the best way to confirm what will change.
The railroad story time sounds nice, especially with a stop by the track-work tools. My daughter would probably enjoy seeing those up close.
That stop sounds like a fun way to connect the book to the exhibits. The railroad-themed story times are at 3 and 4 p.m.
Nina PatelMy son always heads straight for the tools exhibit. Seeing it after the story might make it even more fun.
Tuesday from 2 to 5 p.m. May be tough for kids in school. I hope they consider a weekend session too.
A weekend option could make it easier for school-age children to attend. Thanks for raising that.
Dave ThompsonA Saturday afternoon would be much easier for us too. We can't get over to Kennesaw until after school most weekdays.
I like that families can skip story time and explore the galleries at their own pace. That flexibility matters for my son.
That flexibility can make a real difference. Visitors are welcome to skip the programming and explore the galleries at their own pace.
Maria G.My daughter does better when she can wander a bit first. It's good they aren't making story time the only option.