Access & Special Needs

Wheelchair Seating

Wheelchair seating is available at the top of the theater as you enter Gates Planetarium. Four wheelchairs can be accommodated for each show on a first-come, first-served basis.

Assisted Listening Devices

Assisted Listening Devices are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis for amplification. Request these devices from an usher or box office attendant at least 20 minutes before show time. An ID is required as a deposit.

Closed Captioning

Films presented in Gates Planetarium are closed-captioned using the state-of-the-art Rear Window system. Please request closed captioning from an usher or box office attendant at least 20 minutes prior to show time. An ID is required as a deposit.

General Accessibility Information

For general information on accessibility, please visit our main Access & Special Needs page.