Accessibility

The Huntington is committed to making its collections, buildings, programs, and services accessible for all visitors.

Wheelchairs and Mobility Devices

All buildings and most gardens at The Huntington are accessible to visitors who require physical accommodation. Wheelchairs are available for loan on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors who require a physical accommodation are also welcome to bring their own motorized scooters, wheelchairs, or Segways.

A color-coded map of the grounds is available online and in the Visitor’s Guide when you arrive, showing steep areas.

Visitor Shuttle

The visitor shuttle travels in a counter-clockwise loop, making eight stops around the grounds. These stops are listed with a shuttle icon in the visitor map and guide and marked with signs across campus. The shuttle runs during regular public hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.. These vehicles are accessible and can accommodate wheelchairs.

Service Animals

The Huntington welcomes all visitors, including visitors assisted by a service animal in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable disability laws and regulations. Under the ADA, a service animal is a dog trained to perform a task directly related to a person’s disability. Service animals must be housebroken and remain under the owner’s control. Pets, emotional support animals, therapy dogs, and comfort animals are not permitted at The Huntington.

Lactation Room

While mothers and caregivers are welcome to nurse, bottle-feed, or pump wherever they feel comfortable at The Huntington, the Nursing Mother’s Room provides a private, accommodating place. The room is located in the June and Merle Banta Education Center, which is part of the Steven S. Koblik Education and Visitor Center. Available on a first-come, first-served basis, the room includes a cushioned armchair, a small table, a locking door, and an electrical outlet, as well as a diaper-changing table and a sink with running water. For security purposes, the room has a keypad entry and requires a code. Visitors may request the code from Visitor Services or Security staff.

Social Narrative for Visitors on the Autism Spectrum

Families, teachers, and other service providers who support youth and adults on the autism spectrum can prepare for a visit to The Huntington with a social narrative. This guide includes images and descriptions of what to expect on a visit to The Huntington, and is ideal for visitors on the autism spectrum and those who benefit from having clear expectations. .