County museums plan sensory revolution

Museums in Herefordshire are to trial new exhibitions that are more accessible for people

A new project is being launched to make museums across Herefordshire more accessible for people with disabilities or who are neurodivergent.

Herefordshire museum service will host sessions to discuss accessibility and introduce the pilot scheme which has been funded by the Sensational Museum project.

Museum staff will work with people who have experience of disability and neurodiversity to test and develop multi-sensory experiences.

Herefordshire museum and art gallery lead, Damian Etheraads, said the project aimed to "create a museum environment that is more engaging and welcoming for all visitors”.

The Sensational Museum project aims to "revolutionise" the accessibility of museums by reshaping the role of senses in museum exhibitions.

Support workers and carers are welcome to attend alongside participants to trial the project.

Taster sessions will be held from 23 September to 28 September and can be booked by email.

Mr Etheraads added: “We’re really excited to offer this opportunity to deaf, disabled and neurodivergent individuals who are passionate about museums and making them accessible to everyone.