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Indoor Sensory Spaces
***Individuals who qualify for Indiana’s Access Pass may visit several of these sensory-inclusive venues at a reduced cost. Please visit https://www. childrensmuseum.org/visit/accesspass to learn more.
Adrenaline Family Adventure Park 10080 E. 121st St., Suite 182, Fishers, IN, 317-572-2999 Sensory Friendly Sundays, 9:30– 11 am No music; helpers included;lights are not dimmed for safety. Discounted admission of $10 (one ticket per jumper and support person). Sensory hours scheduled monthly for weekends (call for details). https:// www.adrenalinefishers1.com/
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Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Arena Expo Center
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Arena Expo Center
4000 Parnell Ave., Fort Wayne, IN, 260-483-1111 Sensory-friendly with sensory kits available at the communications desk (weighted comfort item, headphones, several small fidgets, communication deck, identification wristband). https://www.memorialcoliseum.com/ plan-your-visit/accessibility-ada https://www.memorialcoliseum.com/ contact-us/contact-us
AMC Theaters: Castleton Square 14
AMC Theaters: Castleton Square 14
6020 E. 82nd St., Indianapolis, IN, 317-577-9538 Partners with Autism Society to create sensory-friendly film showings. Lights are dim, sounds are low, and patrons may freely walk about during the film. Offered on second and fourth Saturdays each month. Contact theater for specifics on showings. https://www.amctheatres. com/movie-theatres/indianapolis/ amc-castleton-square-14
AMC Theaters: Indianapolis 17
AMC Theaters: Indianapolis 17
4325 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN, 317-784-0989 Partners with Autism Society to create sensory-friendly film showings. Lights are dim, sounds are low, and patrons may freely walk about during the film. Offered on second and fourth Saturdays each month. Contact theater for specifics on showings. https://www.amctheatres. com/movie-theatres/indianapolis/ amc-indianapolis-17 https://www. amctheatres.com/help
Banker’s Life Fieldhouse - Kulture City Sensory Friendly Certified
Banker’s Life Fieldhouse - Kulture City Sensory Friendly Certified
125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN, 317-917-2500 Sensory-friendly bags (headphones, fidgets, lap pads, badging) available at Guest Relations on Main Concourse between Sections 19/20; club level across from Suite 29; balcony level across from Sections 106/107. Sensory wall located in Section 13. Accessible https://www.bankerslifefieldhouse. com/ pacersinsider@pacers.com
BellaBoo’s Children’s Play and Discovery Center
2800 Colorado St., Lake Station, IN, 219-963-2070 Sensory play, tranquil palette, tactile play, low ceilings, manipulatives and fidgets, no speaker system, and five quiet rooms available as needed. $11 per person. With access pass, $2 per person. Sensory events are scheduled year-round (call for details). https:// lakecountyparks.com/262/Bellaboos
Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre
Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre
3 Carter Green, Carmel, IN, 317-843-6315 Inclusive sensory-friendly performances, trained staff, quiet areas available. Please contact access@civvictheatre.org for story synopsis, social stories, and additional resources. A relaxed environment where patrons may speak or leave as necessary. Sensory-friendly performances year-round (call for details) https://www.civictheatre.org/ accessibility access@civictheatre.org
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN, 317-334-4000 Sensory-friendly resource page on the website. Download sensory map, social narrative, and visual checklists that highlight sensory-heavy areas of the museum. Playscape area for younger children with mats and water tables. Ask the concierge desk for a sensoryfriendly kit (headphones, fidgets, roller toys). Quiet rooms available. Call for information on sensoryfriendly events scheduled year-round. https://www.childrensmuseum.org/ visit/accessibility customerservice@ childrensmuseum.org
Chuck E. Cheese Sensory Sundays
Chuck E. Cheese Sensory Sundays
1-888-778-7193 Opens two hours early on the first Sunday of the month. Dimmed lighting, music off or low, Chuck E. limited appearance, smaller crowds, no admission fee. Birthdays can be celebrated during this time at select locations. Various locations (Avon/ Columbus/Evansville/Greenwood/ Indianapolis/ Kokomo/Muncie). https://www. chuckecheese.com/events/ sensory-sensitive-sundays
Civic Theatre of Fort Wayne
“Project Lights Up” 303 E. Main St., Fort Wayne, IN, 260-422- 8641, x226 No-cost sensoryfriendly
Civic Theatre of Fort Wayne “Project Lights Up”
performances. Trained therapy dog onsite, sensory-friendly kits (headphones, fidgets, weighted neck wraps). Sensory-friendly performance guide on the website. Reduced lighting (30%), sounds, and patron capacity. Call for details. https://www.fwcivic. org/plup EWadewitz@FWCivic.org
Community Sports and Wellness- Sensory City Certified
395 S. Heritage Way, Pendleton, IN, 765-744-1606 Sensory-friendly fitness center, staff trained and certified. Sensory classes “Sweet Pea” and “Ninja Classes.” Gymnastics classes are available. Prices vary. Sensoryfriendly childcare and sensory-friendly birthday parties available as well. https://communitysw.com/ info@ communitysw.com
Connor Prairie
Connor Prairie
13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN, 317-776-6000 Opens one hour early on the third Sunday of the month, 10 a.m. to noon. Dimmed lighting and noises. Quiet spaces located in Welcome Center/ Prairie Town/Tree Top Outpost/Civil War Journey. Quiet boxes (fidgets, weighted blankets, lavender lotion). Sensory-friendly trained staff wears badging. Sensory guests are welcome to stay all day. Free admission. Check for seasonal sensory events. https:// www.connerprairie.org/explore/ things-to-do/sensory-friendly-hours/ https://www.connerprairie.org/ about/contact/
Embassy Theatre
Embassy Theatre
125 W. Jefferson Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN, 260-424-6287 Sensory kits available; notify usher or staff member of need. http://
fwembassytheatre.org/ info@ fwembassytheatre.org
Hamilton East Public Library - Fishers Kulture City Sensory Friendly Certified 5 Municipal Plaza, Fishers, IN, 317-579-0300 Sensory-friendly bags (headphones, fidgets, lanyard badging) are available at the circulation desk. Headphone zones, quiet spaces. Sensoryfriendly events are planned year-round. https://www.hepl.lib.in.us/ info@hepl.lib.in.us
Hamilton East Public Library - Noblesville Kulture City Sensory Friendly Certified Library Plaza, Noblesville, IN, 317-773-1384 Sensory-friendly bags (headphones, fidgets,lanyard badging) are available at the circulation desk. Headphone zones, quiet spaces. Sensory-friendly events are planned year-round. https://www. hepl.lib.in.us/ info@hepl.lib.in.us
Indiana Repertory Theatre Inc. 140 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, 317-916-4841 Call for
sensoryfriendly performances. Story guides/social narratives, sensory intensity, and visual cue guides all available online, or ask house management. https://www.irtlive.com/your-visit/ accessibility sgeis@irtlive.com
Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites
Indiana Reparatory Theatre Inc.
650 Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, 317-232-1637 Please call for consultation prior to the visit. Can advise on which days and times are quieter, where to take sensory breaks, and which galleries to visit or avoid. Sensoryfriendly events scheduled periodically (call for details). https://www. indianamuseum.org/accessibility/ museumcommunication@ indianamuseum.org
Lucas Oil Stadium - Kulture City Sensory Friendly Certified
Lucas Oil Stadium - Kulture City Sensory Friendly Certified
500 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis, IN, 317-262-8600 Sensory-friendly bags (headphones, lap pad, verbal cue cards, fidgets, lanyard identifying sensory concerns) are available at Guest Services Kiosk behind section 121. Designated quiet areas, sensory signage, accessible. https://www.lucasoilstadium.com tour@icclos.com
Regal Theaters My Way Matinee: Fort Wayne Regal Coldwater Crossing 211 W. Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN, 844-462-7342 My Way Matinee
sensoryfriendly showings. Lightsdim, sounds low, and patrons are free to express themselves and move about. Second and fourth Saturdays each month at 10:30 a.m. Contact the theater for more information on specific films. Special discounted price available. https:// www.regmovies.com/theatres/
regal-coldwater-crossing/0169# https://www.regmovies.com/rcc/ contact-us
Regal Theaters My Way Matinee: Regal New Albany 300 Professional Court, New Albany, IN, 844-462-7342 My Way Matinee sensory-friendly showings. Lights dim, sounds low, and patrons are free to express themselves and move about. Second and fourth Saturdays each month at 10:30 a.m. Contact the theater for more information on specific films. Special discounted price available. https://www.regmovies.com/theatres/ regal-new-albany/1522#/ https:// www.regmovies.com/rcc/contact-us
Regal Theaters My Way Matinee: Regal Village Park
Regal Theaters: My Way Matinee: Fort Wayne Regal Coldwater Crossing
Regal Theaters: My Way Matinee: Regal New Albany
2222 E. 146th St., Carmel, IN, 844-462-7342 My Way Matinee sensory-friendly showings. Lights dim, sounds low, and patrons are free to express themselves and move about. Second and fourth Saturdays each month at 10:30 a.m. Contact the theater for more information on specific films. Special discounted price available. https://www.regmovies.com/theatres/ regal-village-park/0147#/ https:// www.regmovies.com/rcc/contact-us
Rhythm! Discovery Center
Rhythm! Discovery Center
110 W. Washington St., Suite A, lower level, Indianapolis, IN, 317-275-9030
Noise-reducing headphones and disposable earplugs are available. Caregiver admission is free. Lower crowds on Sundays and weekdays after 2 p.m. https://rhythmdiscoverycenter. org/ rhythm@pas.org
Science Central
Science Central
1950 N. Clinton St., Fort Wayne, IN, 260-424-2400 Special Abilities Days. Sensoryfriendly lighting, low ambient sound, extra staff, access to a quiet room, tactile stimulation demonstrations, and smaller crowds. Free, but must pre-register for the event. Check for extra dates to be added. https:// www.sciencecentral.org/programs/ programs-on-site/aws-foundationspecial-abilities-days.html https:// www.sciencecentral.org/about-us/ contact-us.html
Senses Playroom Gym
Senses Playroom Gym
1115 E. State Road 44, Shelbyville, IN, 317-370-8238 Tactile wall, sensory bins, crawling tunnel, snuggle swings, bubble lamps, lava lamps, crashpad. Three unique rooms of sensory exploration. Best for ages 1 to 6 years; $6 per child. http:// sensesgym.org/ hforville@gmail.com
Serenity Dance Connections 600 W. Northfield Drive, Suite 2000, Brownsburg, IN, 317-852-0355 Sensory movement/development classes (two Saturdays per month at
10 a.m. or Tuesdays from 5 to 5:30 p.m.). Tumbling mats, rock wall, tumble air track. Free trial classes;
Serenity Dance Connections
Studio Movie Grill — College Park 3535 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN, 317-315-8113 Sensoryfriendly screenings
The Eiteljorg Museum
The Eiteljorg Museum
500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, 317-636-9378 Inclusive public spaces. Noisecanceling headphones are located at the front desk. Social narratives are available online. Quiet garden area for sensory breaks. Admission is at a
reduced rate of $7.50, and companions or aides are free of charge. https:// eiteljorg.org/policies/accessibilityservices https://eiteljorg.org/contact
The Park at Traders Point Christian Church
Therapeutic Sensory Gym at Rhodius Park
6590 S. Indianapolis Road, Whitestown, IN, 317-769-5557 Indoor park with designated quiet spaces. Special needs days first Friday each month (must reserve a spot) when the park is closed to the general public. Currently closed due to COVID-19. Check Facebook for updates on reopening. https://www. facebook.com/TradersPointCC/ https://tpcc.org/the-park info@tpcc.org
YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne 5680 YMCA Park Drive W., Fort Wayne, IN, 260-755- 4961
YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne Several sensory rooms to choose from depending on location (Jorgensen, Caylor-Nickel Foundation, and Lehman). Five stations with ball pits, lava lamps, massage chairs, bubble tubes, and color tiles. Call for more specific information on each room. Adaptive and sensory-friendly programming is available as well. Sensory events are scheduled yearround (call for details). https://www. fwymca.org/program-registration/ adaptive-inclusive rebekah_coffey@ fwymca.org
