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Join us every 2nd Saturday of the month, all day (10am to 5pm), for our SEN Friendly Days.

This is an opportunity for visitors with additional or sensory needs to enjoy the museum with friends and carers, in a more relaxed atmosphere. Sound effects around the galleries will be turned down or off and a large, quiet break out room is available, in the Wells Suite on the first floor of the Museum of Chelmsford (accessed via the main Museum entrance).

You can also pick up a History Heroes trail from the front desk and set off on a sensory-friendly adventure around the museum. Join Will Wonder and the History Heroes as you search the galleries for special objects you can touch. It's a fun, hands-on way to explore Chelmsford's history at your own pace.

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A chill out space will be open on the first floor where you are able to relax, eat and drink if anyone in your group needs a break.
Hand driers in the toilets will be switched off on these Saturdays, as will sounds effects in the exhibitions.
Ear defenders and fidget toys will be available to borrow from our friendly welcome team at the front desk.
The Hive café will allow visitors to bring any safe foods with them into their seating areas, with adults who are ordering food off their menu.
For a visual story and map of the museum, please visit our Accessibility page.