Mountain exhibit entry at the N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores. Photo: N.C. Aquariums
The North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores has been certified as a sensory inclusive facility by KultureCity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sensory accessibility and acceptance.
This new initiative will promote an accommodating and positive experience for all visitors, including those with sensory needs, according to the release Thursday.
Sensory sensitivities or challenges with sensory regulation are often experienced by individuals with autism, dementia, PTSD and similar conditions. One of the major barriers for these individuals is sensitivity to over stimulation and noise.