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Oriental Museum
- Quiet times
- Sensory map
- Visual guide
- Sensory kit
- Staff training
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Checked on the venue's own website, 27 Oct 2026. Not yet confirmed by the venue.
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Durham University's museum of Asian and Egyptian collections publishes sensory maps and a visual story, and lends sensory bags from the front desk. It runs relaxed family activities at quieter times and says many of its staff have had autism awareness training.
What they offer
- Quiet or relaxed timesRegular relaxed family activities held during quiet times at the museum (dates on What's On)
- Sensory mapSensory maps available (PDF linked from access page)
- Visual guide or social storyVisual story PDF (updated August 2024)
- Ear defenders or sensory kitSensory bags available at the Visitor Services Desk
- Staff trainingMany staff have had autism awareness training (and dementia awareness training)
Not published yet: quiet room or space, queue support, carer ticket, Changing Places toilet, quieter times to visit. Worth asking when you book or before you go.
Before you go
Every person is different. Use these details to plan, and contact the venue if something matters to you: most are happy to answer questions before you visit.