Join us for drop-in learning and art stations from 3 – 5 p.m. created for individuals with cognitive and sensory-processing disabilities, and their families.

Schedule: Wednesday, June 4, 3 – 5 p.m.

Fee: $11.95 (Child 3 – 12), $14.95 (Adult)

Please note: This event is free for Garden members, and members do not need tickets.

Learn more about Sensory Friendly Afternoon

Maps will be available on site to help you find activities.

Performance of “ALL SMILES” with Alliance Bernhardt Theatre for the Very Young  (4 p.m. in Mershon Hall)

How do you smile? With your mouth or with your eyes? Does it show on your face or just on the inside?  We all have different ways of showing, sharing and processing our emotions. Created in partnership with the Marcus Autism Center, this delightful show explores how all smiles are unique. All Smiles is a sensory friendly production. Vocalizations and movement are welcome and encouraged during all Bernhardt Theatre for the Very Young productions.

Activity Stations (Drop in between 3 – 5 p.m.)

• Art Station – Make your own nature suncatcher using beautiful plant pieces 
• Seed Planting – plant some summer seeds to take home
• Musical Instrument Discovery Station – explore instruments made from plants from around the world
• Bee Discovery Station and Honey Tasting – Learn about bees while also getting the opportunity to taste local honey.
• Bubbles and Bouncy toys on the Great Lawn
• Sensory Fun with KAI’s Promise & Kindness and Intervention (KAI) – Kindness and Intervention provides effective home and community-based ABA services to individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and other behavior disorders. KAI’s Promise, an organization created by KAI, hosts sensory-friendly events. Join KAI in the Rose Garden for sensory and movement-based activities.