Accessibility Features at the JMZ
The Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo is committed to giving children, families, and caregivers the opportunity to explore their curiosity in a space that is designed for people of all abilities. All exhibits and habitats throughout the JMZ were designed according to the Smithsonian Guidelines for Accessible Exhibition Design. Thanks to a federal grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the JMZ could fund the Access from the Ground Up project which included staff training, an advisory committee, and new exhibits.
When reimagining and designing the new museum and zoo, the JMZ partnered with Vista Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, the Magical Bridge Foundation, Santa Clara County Office of Education’s Inclusion Collaborative, AbilityPath, California School for the Deaf, and advisors and parents in order to create an accessible and positive experience for all visitors. Members of the JMZ’s Accessibility Advisory Team contributed valuable feedback on new exhibits, ensuring that all features would be inclusive. This work is ongoing and advisors continue to provide feedback on future exhibits.
For Visitors with Limited Mobility
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Accessible Restrooms: Adult-sized and infant changing tables are available in the women’s and men’s restrooms. For visitors with disabilities, a family restroom is available.
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The Treehouse: Located in the zoo, the treehouse is completely wheelchair accessible with an elevator and accessible pathways to climbing areas. Wheelchair transfer stations are not only in the treehouse, but also in the Dawn Redwood Courtyard and underwater tunnel in the zoo.
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