Access Programs
The Whitney invites Deaf and disabled visitors to experience the richness and complexity of American art in an inclusive, welcoming environment. Visitors with disabilities receive a discounted rate and admission for one care partner is included for free.
See also:
Access Services
Prepare for your visit by learning about access services offered at the Whitney.
Verbal Description and Touch Tours
For People Who are Blind or Have Low Vision
Engaging, multi-sensory tours combine vivid verbal description with opportunities to learn about art through tactile exploration for people who are blind or have low vision.
Whitney Signs
Tours in American Sign Language
Gallery tours in American Sign Language are led by Deaf educators for d/Deaf and hard of hearing audiences.
Sensory-Friendly Programs
For Neurodivergent Families and Adults
Download our social narratives and find out more about hands-on artmaking programs for families with kids on the autism spectrum and plain language tours for adults.
Private Access Programs for Groups
Access Tours for Groups
Plan a guided tour or program for your group and enjoy discounted rates and thematic options.
Disability Pride Events
Celebrate
On each anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Whitney will produce an event featuring disability artistry and disabled artists.
Check out our mobile guides to find access materials including ASL videos, transcripts, and verbal descriptions of artworks included in special exhibitions and our collection.
This content and more is also on the free Bloomberg Connects arts and culture app. Download Bloomberg Connects or scan the code below.
Access Programs Archive
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2013
Verbal Description and Touch Tour: American Legends
Sept 26, 2013
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Whitney Signs: American Legends: From Calder to O’Keeffe
Sept 7, 2013
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour: Hopper Drawing
Aug 29, 2013
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ASL Tour: Hopper Drawing
Aug 23, 2013
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Whitney Signs: Hopper Drawing
Aug 3, 2013
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ASL Tour: Hopper Drawing
July 26, 2013
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour: Hopper Drawing
July 26, 2013
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Whitney Signs: Hopper Drawing
July 13, 2013
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ASL Tour: I, YOU, WE
June 28, 2013
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour: I, YOU, WE
June 28, 2013
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Whitney Signs: I, YOU, WE
June 8, 2013
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See For Yourself
June 7, 2013
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ASL Tour: American Legends: From Calder to O’Keeffe
May 31, 2013
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour: Jay DeFeo: A Retrospective
May 24, 2013
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Whitney Signs: American Legends: From Calder to O’Keeffe
May 4, 2013
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ASL Tour:
Jay DeFeo: A RetrospectiveApr 26, 2013
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour: American Legends: From Calder to O’Keeffe
Apr 11, 2013
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Whitney Signs:
Jay DeFeo: A RetrospectiveApr 6, 2013
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ASL Tour:
Blues For SmokeMar 29, 2013
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour: Sinister Pop
Mar 29, 2013
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Whitney Signs:
Blues for SmokeMar 2, 2013
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ASL Tour:
American Legends: From Calder to O’KeeffeFeb 22, 2013
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
American Legends: From Calder to O’KeeffeFeb 21, 2013
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Whitney Signs:
American Legends: From Calder to O’KeeffeFeb 2, 2013
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ASL Tour:
Sinister PopJan 25, 2013
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Whitney Signs:
Sinister PopJan 5, 2013
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2012
ASL Tour:
Richard Artschwager!Dec 14, 2012
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
Richard Artschwager!Dec 14, 2012
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Whitney Signs:
Richard Artschwager!Dec 1, 2012
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ASL Tour:
Wade Guyton OSNov 16, 2012