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Sensory Friendly Time

March 13 |
General Admission Tickets

Wednesday, January 10, February 14 & March 13 | 10 am – 12 pm
Wednesday, April 10 & May 8  | 1:30 – 3:30 pm 

Call 412-323-7235 to register.

Experience a sensory friendly morning at the National Aviary with touchable biofacts like eggs and feathers, interactive play spaces, and more. Enjoy a special showing of Habitat Heroes Presented by AAA Travel, using consistent lighting and volume levels. 

Sensory Bags from Kulture City featuring items like headphones and fidgets toys  are available daily at the National Aviary. 

Click here to view the National Aviary Sensory Guide to help you plan an engaging visit. 

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