EventsSensory-Friendly Morning

Sensory-Friendly Morning

April 12, 2026 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Location: High Museum of Art

Tickets

Free

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Sensory-Friendly Morning is a free, sensory-modified program for visitors of all ages who have sensory sensitivities or are neurodivergent and their families. The event takes place prior to regular museum hours. Visitors can participate in activities and special performances or explore the museum at their own pace. See a full list of activities, performances, and other sensory-friendly offerings below.

Space is limited to reduce crowds, and preregistration is highly encouraged. Prior to Sensory-Friendly Morning, preregistered guests will receive pre-visit materials to help prepare them for their time at the museum. Similar materials are available to help plan your visit at any time on our Access page.

Visitors are welcome to stay in the museum after Sensory-Friendly Morning for our UPS Second Sunday program. Please note that large crowds are expected beginning at 12 noon for UPS Second Sunday.

10–11:45 a.m. | Robinson Atrium 

Information Station 

Have a question? Ask one of our friendly staff members for assistance! From distributing noise-canceling headphones to letting you know where our favorite artwork is, we’re happy to help. 

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10:15, 10:45, and 11:15 a.m. | Robinson Atrium

Story Times

Recommended for ages 2–8 

Join an Alliance Theatre teaching artist for an interactive story time 

A group of toddlers with their caregivers look up at a story book.

10 a.m.–12 noon | Anne Cox Chambers Wing Lobby

Drop-In Art Making

Recommended for all ages

Create a colorful collage inspired by the landscape artworks in the museum galleries! Drop in any time to hear about the project from a teaching artist, and then experiment with materials at your own pace!

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10 a.m.–12 noon | Taylor Lobby, Wieland Pavilion

smARTbox Distribution

For ages 2–12

Designed for children ages two through twelve, smARTbox is an art supply box with activities and materials to help you learn more about the museum’s galleries and special exhibitions! Register for your smARTbox today and get additional art activities and supplies. Come back every month for new materials and ways to explore!

The best part? It’s totally free!

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10–11:45 a.m. | Stent Family Wing

Greene Family Learning Gallery: EXPLORE and CREATE

Recommended for ages 0–12 

Located adjacent to the Robinson Atrium in the Stent Family Wing, the Greene Family Learning Gallery includes two distinct spaces that offer a welcoming, safe, child-centered, child-directed environment with fun age-appropriate activities for kids ranging from babies to eight-year-olds. The open-ended, intuitive, multisensory elements, designed to be inclusive for all, combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on activities.

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10 a.m.–12 noon | Yellow Workshop, Education Center, Stent Family Wing, Lower Level

Take a Break Space

Need to take a break? Spend some time in our Take a Break Space, with low lighting, the sights and sounds of soft ocean waves, and books and tactile objects.

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10:30, 11:00, and 11:30 a.m. | Greene Family Learning Gallery

Atlanta Symphony Orchestra’s Meet a Musician

Recommended for all ages

Come join the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for a fun, family-friendly 30-minute performance! Join ASO violinist Olga Shpitko for a mix of classical music, timeless children’s songs, and an introduction to the violin. Kids and families are invited to actively participate by clapping, singing, and dancing along. The performance is sensory-friendly, designed to be enjoyable for children of all abilities without overwhelming them with loud sounds.

Meet The Musician Karen Freer