We charge the student rate for all people with disabilities.
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Sue Baker
Executive Director
Waukesha County Museum
101 W. Main Street
Waukesha, WI 53186
262-521-2859 x222
wchsm.org
Steph Gaub wrote:
>
> We have had people who are deaf and/or blind ask if we give free
> admission due to their disability. I've had it explained to me that they
> are unable to see/hear the exhibits so they shouldn't have to pay.
> However, I see it as those who are deaf are still able to read the
> labels, and those who are blind normally have a companion to read the
> labels and explain the exhibit if no audio guide is available. Is it
> typical for other museums to waive admission costs to the disabled? How
> have you handled this situation in your own organization?
>
>
> Stephanie Gaub
> Collections Manager
> Orange County Regional History Center, Downtown Orlando
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