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Jenn Borden posted a reply on Re: Sensory Backpacks - What actually gets used?
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Said: At Keystone Kidspace we have sensory bags that were supplied by Kulture City. They include things such as headphones, communication cards, a weighted lap pad, fidgets, etc. But the most used/requested item are the headphones!
Megan Dietz posted a reply on Re: Sensory Backpacks - What actually gets used?
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:37 AM
Said: Our packs contain a variety of fidgets, ear defenders, ear plugs, sunglasses, a sensory map, and cue cards to assist with nonverbal communication. The fidgets are used most often. I have had a number of parents and others comment ...
Liese Murphree posted a new Topic
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 11:20 AM
Sensory Backpacks - What actually gets used?
Sensory backpacks for families to check out to support sensitive children or children who experience the museum in atypical ways have been around for a while. Those of you who have them in use, what actually gets used by families? What is helpful? What is definitely not helpful? I'd particularly like to hear from small-medium sized community museums because we have different needs and opportunities than large museums. Thanks for your thoughts.
Evy Ehrlich posted a reply on Re: Member Only Hours
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:33 AM
Said: We currently offer one night in September (our member month) for members to come into the Gardens after we're closed to the public for the day. Last year was our first year doing it and while we didn't see a huge turnout we did hear a l...
Karyn Palmer posted a reply on Re: Member Only Hours
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:12 AM
Said: Good morning! Here at The Discovery Center of the Southern Tier (Binghamton, NY) we are just starting to introduce members-only events. These will be special programs bi-monthly. We wanted to make sure our members were getting something...
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