Visitors with Disabilities
The Albright-Knox is committed to creating and fostering a universal environment of accessibility for visitors of all ages. Learn more about accessibility and accessible programs for the following audiences below.
Visitors with Mobility Impairments
Accessible Parking and Entrances
Accessible parking is available in the museum’s lot and accessible entrances are located on both sides of the main Elmwood Avenue entrance.
Getting Around the Museum
Wheelchairs are available free of charge in the Coat Room on a first-come, first-served basis. Portable stools are also available; please inquire at the Admissions Desk. Elevators and lifts are located throughout the building.
For more information about our buildings’ accessibility, please call 716.882.8700.
Visitors Who Are Hard of Hearing or Deaf
Assistive Listening Devices
The museum’s Auditorium is equipped with Assistive Listening Devices. Devices are available at the Admissions Desk.
TTY Teletypewriter
The museum is equipped with a TTY Teletypewriter at the Guest Services Station. Please call 716.270.8297.
ASL Interpreted Tours
ASL interpreted tours are available upon request. To schedule an ASL interpreted tour, please call 716.270.8249 or TTY 716.270.8297 at least two weeks in advance.
Visitors Who Are Blind or Partially Sighted
Large Print Materials
Large print museum maps and large print exhibition materials are available with museum admission. Large-print exhibition labels are currently available for the special exhibition Matisse and the Art of Jazz (–June 17, 2018). Please inquire at the Admissions Desk.
Verbal Description Audio Guides
Verbal Description Audio Guides are available for select exhibitions. Please inquire at the Admissions Desk.
Audio Guide Navigation Booklets
Audio Guide Navigation Booklets are available for select exhibitions. Please inquire at the Admissions Desk.
Multisensory Tours
Our free monthly Multisensory Tours welcome adults who are blind or partially sighted to engage with our collection and special exhibitions. Learn More
Service Animals
Service animals are welcome in the museum.
Visitors with Disabilities
Creative Connection
Groups of individuals with disabilities are invited to schedule free individualized group sessions year-round through our Creative Connection program. Learn More
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Access AK
Access AK is a family of programs that provide opportunities for participants to express themselves both verbally and nonverbally in the embrace of the museum.
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Questions?
For more information about our programs and services for visitors with disabilities, please contact Access & Community Programs Coordinator Karen Duval at 716.270.8249 or kduval@albrightknox.org.
