Art Institute of Chicago

Mobility: Ramps at Michigan Ave (111 S Michigan) & Modern Wing (159 E Monroe) entrances. Elevators access all levels. Manual wheelchairs free (no reservation) at checkrooms. Personal wheelchairs (manual/electric), single-seat scooters, knee scooters, walkers, crutches, canes permitted. Segways, hoverboards etc. not permitted; manual wheelchairs offered as alternative. TDD/TYY phone in Michigan Ave lobby. Accessible seating in auditoriums. Note temporary stair-only access to Deering Galleries until Dec 6, 2024.[2, 3] Drop-off lane at Modern Wing entrance.[2] Hearing: Assistive listening system (T-coil compatible) in all auditoriums (devices free). Open/closed captioning at most public lectures. ASL interpretation for lectures/tours available (2 weeks notice via access@artic.edu). Interactive ASL tours offered (check calendar). Mobile app supports Bluetooth hearing aids; transcripts accompany most audio.[4] Visual: Multisensory Gallery (Ryan Learning Center) with touchable materials, Braille labels, audio descriptions via app. TacTiles kits (touchable reproductions with large print/Braille descriptions) available free (Thurs-Mon 11-3 or by request).[5] Mobile app offers Verbal Description tours.[5] Sensory: Resources for visitors with autism/sensory-processing disorders mentioned.[2, 3] Service Animals: Welcome.[3] Parking: Accessible parking in nearby garages (e.g., Millennium Garages).[2, 6] Contact: Request accommodations via access@artic.edu (2 weeks notice recommended).[2, 3]