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Art Accessible for All

QAGOMA

Updated: Feb 25, 2025

For those who have accessibility needs, visiting an art gallery can pose some challenges. That's why, the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) proudly champions access and inclusion - encouraging visitors of all abilities to connect with art. 

Through its ongoing commitment to Access programs, such as September Access Month, low-sensory viewings, tours for visitors with hearing loss, and low or no vision, and an award-winning Art and Dementia program, to name just a few, the Gallery strives to create a truly inclusive space for the whole community.

Art and Dementia Program

QAGOMA's award-winning Art and Dementia Program is a participant-focused gallery experience designed for visitors living with dementia and their care partner. Slow art viewing of selected artworks incorporates curated visual, auditory and narrative prompts that stimulate exploration and reflection. The therapeutic creative making activity invites relaxation and socialisation, supports autonomy, and encourages meaningful engagement. The program is suitable for all visitors who are diagnosed with neurodegenerative disease, including specific dates for people living with younger onset dementia.

Auslan Interpreted & Hearing Loss

For more than 20 years, Auslan interpreted tours have been available at the Gallery, with free volunteer guided tours for members of the Deaf community taking place on the last Sunday of the month from January to November. Visitors with cochlear implant, hearing aid or hearing loss can also join a small group tour with assisted listening devices scheduled on the fourth Friday of the month from January to November. 

Tour for visitors with low or no vision featuring the butterflies and moths from Black Cloud 20072018 by Carlos Amorales Photograph J Ruckli ©QAGOMA
Low or No Vision

Audio-described tours are also available offering a narrated description of the visual elements of selected artworks. Tactile experiences are also included where possible. 

Hidden Disability Sunflower Program

To support visitors with non-visible disabilities, QAGOMA is a member of the international Hidden Disability Sunflower Program. The Hidden Disability Sunflower is a simple tool for visitors to voluntarily share that they have a non–visible disability or condition that is not immediately apparent. Anyone with a hidden disability or their carer or support person can collect and wear a Sunflower lanyard from the Information Desk on arrival at the Gallery.

Low Sensory/Relaxed Viewing

QAGOMA also offers low sensory/relaxed viewing for major exhibitions. People with sensory sensitivity or disability are invited to experience the Gallery in a relaxed environment, and where possible, outside of usual gallery hours. Volumes within the exhibition spaces are lowered or turned off where possible. 

For more information on how to customise your visit - head to the link below! 

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