Join us for a reduced-sensory experience at the museum
Low sensory hours provide a less stressful experience for people who are sensitive to too much sensory input (noise, crowds, smells, lighting, etc.).
Enjoy OMSI in a sensory-friendly environment! This event is especially welcoming for families and adults who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive museum experience.
This year, OMSI will offer two opportunities for guests to visit the museum with more lighting, less sound, and fewer people. Additional dates coming soon!
Ticketing Options
Museum Bundle | Includes access to the Zoo in You exhibit in the Natural Science Hall, and Science Playground for ages 0-6, including story time at 7:30 pm.
Tickets: $10 Adults (14+), $8 Seniors (63+), $6 Youth (3-13), 3 and under free | OMSI members free
Featured Exhibit Bundle: includes access to the featured exhibit, Jurassic World by Brickman, the Zoo in You exhibit in the Natural Science Hall and Science Playground for ages 0-6, including Storytime at 7:30 pm.
Tickets: $18 Adults (14+), $16 Seniors (63+), $15 Youth (3-13), 3 and under free | OMSI members $6
What To Expect:
What to Expect Guide: Check out our sensory guide to each area of the museum.
Less people: We will cap this event at 400 tickets.
Lower Lighting: The available areas will have adjusted lighting options to be lower than normal.
Quite Room: We have a quite room available in Science Playground.
Less sound: Exhibit audio track will be turned off or down. Sounds of LEGO activities can be loud and disruptive for some – sensory headphones are suggested for visitors with auditory sensitivities.
First floor: The first floor of the exhibit contains 4 rooms/galleries, each with LEGO building activities and LEGO displays to explore.
Second floor: The second floor contains 2 more rooms/galleries with activities and LEGO displays, as well as 2 short films on the making of the exhibition, followed by an exhibit store before the exit.
Store: There is an exhibit store as visitors exit that has items for purchase that are at child-height (easily grabbable).
Sensory kits available at the front desk, which include headphones and a fidget toy.
OMSI’s restaurant and cafe will be closed.
Helpful Links
Additional resources prepare for your visit to the museum.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn what to expect and plan ahead for your low sensory visit to OMSI.
-The Natural Science Hall featuring OMSI’s exhibit Zoo in You.
-Science Playground for ages 0-6, including story time at 7:30 pm. Please note: there will be limited capacity.
-Featured Exhibit, Jurassic World by Brickman (must purchase the Featured Exhibit Bundle ticket)
OMSI is located at 1945 SE Water Ave Portland, OR 97214. Visitors can pay for parking through the Parking Kitty app or at the parking kiosks in the North and South parking lots. Downloading the Parking Kitty app in advance will ensure the fastest and smoothest experience paying for parking.
OMSI parking costs $5 (+ fees) for 2 hours or $8 (+ fees) for all day parking. Guests arriving at 5pm or later can expect to pay a flat fee of $2 (+ fees) for the evening.
Additional parking questions? Check out commonly asked parking questions.
Yes, Arts for All tickets are available. You can access these tickets by calling 503.797.4000 x0, or emailing concierge@omsi.edu.
Sensory kits available at the front desk, which include headphones and a fidget toy.
Review the Sensory Guide to OMSI to prepare for your visit.
Venue Information
The Museum
1945 SE Water Ave.
Portland, OR 97214
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Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Aira Visual Interpretation Services
- Motorized Scooters Available On Site
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