Accessibility

Credit

William T. Wiley, To Marcel Duchamp, 1887-1968, Artist, Tool and Die Maker, 1968, stainless steel, chain: 6 ft; diameter sphere: 29 in; 84 in x 112 in x 90 in; pyramid: 6 ft x 6 ft x 7 ft, Grounds For Sculpture, Gift of The Seward Johnson Atelier, Original Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sabol, photo: David Michael Howarth Photography

Whether through exhibition and facilities design, guest services and amenities, or our wide array of educational offerings, GFS is committed to ensuring that our collections, exhibitions, and programs are accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

Grounds For Sculpture’s main path is accessible and made up of paver stone. Please note that some of the smaller paths are of a natural material (gravel, sand or a mix) that may be uneven, narrow or steep and harder to maneuver.

 

ECV AND WHEELCHAIR RENTALS

Personal wheelchairs, ECVs and other assistive devices and mobility aides are permitted.

Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) and wheelchairs are also available to rent from the Welcome Center on a first come, first serve basis. *Please Note: There is limited availability of ECVs and wheelchairs.

 

RENTAL PRICES

ECV (scooter): $25 for the first 4 hours, $10 for each additional hour

Wheelchairs: $15 all day rental

 

Other Important Information

  • Rentals are due back to the Welcome Center 30 minutes before closing, so please plan your trip accordingly.
  • A staff member will train the guest operating the wheelchair or ECV and a release form must be signed before departing the Welcome Center.
  • Valid driver’s license or state identification card will be collected and is required to rent a wheelchair or ECV.
  • Grounds For Sculpture reserves the right to suspend ECV and wheelchair rentals due to inclement weather.

 

personal care aides

Personal care aides for visitors with disabilities are admitted free of charge. Visitors can call (609) 586-0616 to speak with a Guest Services staff member or email us at: tickets@groundsforsculpture.org to request complimentary tickets for an accompanying personal care aide.

 

ACCESS MOBILE TOURS

Grounds For Sculpture’s Access Mobile is an ADA-rated vehicles that can accommodate a maximum of five people or four people and a wheelchair. This 45-minute tour of the grounds is available to visitors with limited mobility. Advance reservations are highly recommended. Please call (609) 586-0616 to reserve.

Access Mobile seats are available for visitors with an accommodation need for themselves and one guest to maintain availability for other visitors with disabilities.

Please note: Guests with advanced reservations are encouraged to purchase a timed ticket that is a half hour before their tour and to check in at the Welcome Center at least 15 minutes prior to their scheduled tour start time.

 

TOUCH TOURS | asl tOURS

Touch tours are available for groups with individuals who are blind or low vision. These docent-led experiences engage participants with a variety of outdoor sculptures that can be explored tactilely. ASL tours are available for groups with individuals who are d/Deaf.

Tours require advance notice of at minimum, 2 weeks notice. For more information or to arrange a tour, please contact us by email or call (609) 249-0200.

 

BUILDING | exhibition space

  • All buildings are equipped with automatic powered doors.
  • The East Gallery and West Gallery (located in the Seward Johnson Center for the Arts) are fully accessible.
  • The Museum Building is accessible on the first floor only. Please ask a staff member for assistance regarding works on view in the mezzanine.
  • The Domestic Arts Building is fully accessible with elevator access to the mezzanine.

 

service animals

Service animals (animals trained to do work or perform specific tasks for the benefit of an individual with disabilities) are welcome both outdoors and in the buildings. Note that emotional support animals and therapy or comfort animals are not considered service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

In cases where a service animal is exhibiting disruptive behavior, Grounds For Sculpture may request an earlier end to your visit with a full refund of admission.

 

ADDITIONAL AMENITIES

  • Accessible parking spaces located in main parking lots
  • Induction loop at Welcome Center desk for T-coil enabled hearing aides
  • All accessible pathways indicated on the map (gfsmap.org)
  • Assistive Listening Devices available for docent tours and education programs
  • Two private all-gender restrooms located in the Seward Johnson Center for the Arts (past the Van Gogh Café) are available to visitors who may require an aide’s assistance or benefit from a private space
  • ASL or Touch tours available for public and education programs with at least two weeks notice

 

Accessibility statement

Grounds For Sculpture, Inc. (GFS) is fully committed to ensuring that accessibility guidelines and requirements as set forth by the federal government and state of New Jersey are implemented in as timely and efficient a manner as possible.

GFS has been consistently responsive to making the arts accessible for all people with disabilities and will continue to strive to provide the utmost accessible experience possible. Through GFS programming, design, and service, we continue to reach out to and provide assistance and appropriate accommodation.

GFS trains its staff and volunteers in order to encourage superior and effective communication and the practice of effective and sensitive techniques to serve members of the community with disabilities. GFS is also committed to exercising best practice and outreach in regards to employing persons with disabilities, both in artistic and administrative/operational areas.

GFS regularly reviews its policies and procedures to adapt, accommodate and address any issues or problems that might arise in regard to ADA compliance and will regularly assess its progress in achieving full compliance.


For feedback or questions related to accessibility, please email: access@groundsforsculpture.org

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