Please note that Fernbank will close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 24 and will reopen on Thursday, Dec. 26.
Sensory Mornings
Join us for a series of sensory events, designed for guests with sensory sensitivities or special needs who might benefit from a less-crowded environment. These experiences will provide a quieter and calmer environment for guests to explore the museum, experience the nature trails of WildWoods, and enjoy a sensory-friendly film screening in the Giant Screen Theater.
Early Museum Access | 9 a.m.
Explore indoor exhibits and outdoor nature experiences at your own pace, an hour before our normal opening.
Sensory-Friendly Giant Screen Film | 10:15 a.m.
Enjoy a movie screening with modified lighting, lowered volume and no need for 3D glasses. Featured movies vary based on date.
Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025
Featured movie — TBD
Featured special exhibit — Ultimate Dinosaurs
Saturday, June 21, 2025
Featured movie — TBD
Featured special exhibit — Turtles
Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025
Featured movie — TBD
Featured special exhibit — Turtles
Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025
Featured movie — TBD
Featured special exhibit — Sunken Treasures, Ancient Seas
- Sensory Mornings are included with General Admission.
- Dates are subject to change.
- Fernbank opens with normal hours at 10 a.m. with a sensory-friendly film screening at 10:15 a.m. You are welcome to continue your adventure beyond these times, but please be aware of the potential for increased attendance.
- Learn more about Accessibility at the museum.
Fernbank is a nonprofit natural history museum, giant screen theater and old-growth forest, and is not affiliated with Fernbank Science Center, which operates as a division of DeKalb County Schools.
