Discovery park of america will improve access to family learning experiences for visitors with developmental disabilities

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Award ID
MA260140OMS26
Recipient
Awarding agency
Obligated
$39,608

Award facts

Assistance listing
45.301 Museums for America
Completion date 13% complete
Funding
  • $19,780.00 Federal
  • $19,828.00 Non-federal
Place of performance
Union City, TN 38261, USA

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Description

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During the 12-month project period, discovery park will assess the museum environment and develop tools that help families prepare for their visit. Activities will include producing a video social story, creating an accessibility webpage and digital visitor guide, and providing staff training focused on supporting guests with non-visible disabilities. The primary audience for the project is families with members who have developmental disabilities, including autism and sensory processing differences. Educators, caregivers, and discovery park staff will also benefit from the tools and training. Project results will include increased access to discovery park's educational programs, improved staff confidence in supporting neurodivergent visitors, and publicly available digital resources to help families prepare for their visit.

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Who received award MA260140OMS26?

MA260140OMS26 was awarded to Discovery Park Of America by Institute of Museum and Library Services (National Foundation on the Arts and Humanities) on September 1, 2026.

How much is award MA260140OMS26 worth?

$39,608 has been obligated on MA260140OMS26: $19,780 in federal funding and $19,828 in non-federal funding.

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