Access Culture: Behind the Scenes Accessibility Tour at Lehigh University Art Galleries

Join us for a behind the scenes tour of Lehigh University Art Galleries with Coordinator of Museum Experience and Accessibility, Elise Schaffer and Lehigh University Accommodations Specialist, Kelly Woodbridge! Explore the galleries and discover how museum educators and staff work to accommodate visitors of varying ages and abilities in our programming and Enjoy a 20-minute guided walking tour of the galleries.

Following the tour, join us for light refreshments and an open discussion about how our staff works to make exhibitions and programming accessible to all of our visitors.

This event is free and open to all. Registration is recommended. Register here (opens in Google Forms).

• A standard wheelchair and gallery stools are available free of charge at the front desk as needed.
• Visual descriptions for the artwork that we explore on our tour will be provided by the tour guide.
• Large print label booklets are available for the Nick Brandt: Environmental Photographer exhibition in the upstairs gallery.
• Sound-reducing headphones, fidgets, and quiet space are available for the duration of the event in the LUAG LAB and Reading Room to the right of the Main Entrance.
• Explore virtual tours and a Pre-Visit Guide prior to your visit on our website.
• Additional accommodations are available as requested. Please indicate how we can ensure your equal and full participation in the registration form.

Please visit the accessibility page on our website for more information about Accessibility at Lehigh University Art Galleries.

If you require assistance to fill out this form or prefer to share your registration information via email or phone, please email ejs421@lehigh.edu or call 610-758-6882.

Questions, concerns, and any accessibility needs can also be directed to Elise at ejs421@lehigh.edu or call 610-758-6882. Offered in partnership with Lehigh University's Human Resources Office.