Sensory Relief Spaces

Indoor venues that have agreed to prioritize sensory-friendly practices such as reduced noise and lower lighting where possible. They may also offer some physical accessibility features.

Description

This second-floor spacious indoor hideaway may be ideal for parade goers who may want an air-conditioned rest area with art activities and a dedicated individual Quiet Room. The space is only accessible via an outdoor staircase and has one standard gender-neutral restroom (not wheelchair-accessible). There is an additional standard gender-neutral restroom on the first floor (requires 2 steps up).
The Quiet Room is located at the far end of the second floor, across from the kitchen area. There will be covers for the windows to reduce brightness. Please note that the Quiet Room will have fragrances as it is typically used for candle making.
Masks are encouraged.

Getting to the Space

From Iredell Street:

1. Follow gravel driveway to the right of building
2. Turn left and use paver path to reach sidewalk
3. To enter second floor, turn left and use black metal staircase

Accessibility Features

• Air Conditioning
• Dedicated Quiet Area
• Lower Lighting

Good to Know

• Health precautions: Masking encouraged but not required
• Mobility: Require use of stairs
• Restrooms: Gender-neutral but not ADA-compliant
• Proximity: Off of parade route (between Ninth St. and Broad St.)
• Lighting: Adjustable
• Noise: Depends on number of visitors
• Smell: Fragrances
• Experience: Well-stocked arts and crafts workshop area with multiple rooms and movable seating.