Allegany Museum Makes History More Inclusive as a Certified Autism Centerâ„¢

The Allegany Museum receives the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). To earn the accreditation, museum staff underwent autism and sensory training to prepare them to best welcome and assist every visitor who comes to the museum, including autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and their families. As part of the certification process, the Allegany Museum also received an onsite review from IBCCES to create sensory guides and provide the museum with additional accessibility recommendations. Continue Reading →

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