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.
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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.
All Upcoming Access Programs
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Sat,
Oct 5
Verbal Description Tour: Edges of Ailey
11:30 am–1 pm
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Sun,
Oct 20
Whitney Signs: Edges of Ailey
3:30–6 pm
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Sat,
Nov 2
Verbal Description Tour: Edges of Ailey
11:30 am–1 pm
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Whitney Signs: Edges of Ailey
3:30–6 pm
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Sat,
Dec 7
Verbal Description Tour: Edges of Ailey
11:30 am–1 pm
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Whitney Signs: What It Becomes
3:30–6 pm
Accessible Mobile Guides
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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2012
ASL Tour:
Singular VisionsFeb 17, 2012
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Whitney Signs:
Singular VisionsFeb 4, 2012
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ASL Tour:
SHERRIE LEVINE: MAYHEMJan 20, 2012
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Whitney Signs:
SHERRIE LEVINE: MAYHEMJan 7, 2012
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2011
ASL Tour:
David Smith: Cubes and AnarchyDec 16, 2011
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
SHERRIE LEVINE: MAYHEMDec 16, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
David Smith: Cubes and AnarchyDec 3, 2011
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ASL Tour:
Real/SurrealNov 18, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Real/SurrealNov 5, 2011
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
Real/SurrealNov 4, 2011
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ASL Tour:
Singular VisionsOct 21, 2011
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
David Smith: Cubes and AnarchyOct 14, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Singular VisionsOct 1, 2011
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ASL Tour:
Lyonel Feininger: At the Edge of the WorldSept 23, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Lyonel Feininger: At the Edge of the WorldSept 10, 2011
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
Breaking Ground: The Whitney’s Founding CollectionSept 9, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Lyonel Feininger: At the Edge of the WorldAug 6, 2011
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ASL Tour:
Cory Arcangel: Pro ToolsJuly 15, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Cory Arcangel: Pro ToolsJuly 2, 2011
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ASL Tour:
Breaking Ground: The Whitney’s Founding CollectionJune 17, 2011
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
Breaking Ground: The Whitney’s Founding CollectionJune 17, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Breaking Ground: The Whitney’s Founding CollectionJune 4, 2011
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ASL Tour:
Glenn Ligon: AMERICAMay 20, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Glenn Ligon: AMERICAMay 7, 2011
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
Glenn Ligon: AMERICAMay 6, 2011
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
Legacy: The Emily Fisher Landau CollectionApr 22, 2011
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ASL Tour:
Legacy: The Emily Fisher Landau CollectionApr 15, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Modern Life: Edward Hopper and His TimeApr 2, 2011
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Verbal Description and Touch Tour:
Singular VisionsMar 25, 2011
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Whitney Signs:
Legacy: The Emily Fisher Landau CollectionMar 5, 2011