Sensory-friendly activities

Mystic Aquarium

This aquarium is a certified sensory-inclusive location. Families can borrow free sensory bags and use designated quiet areas. The Aquarium also provides several versions of a social story to help children prepare before visiting.

Niantic Children’s Museum

This museum offers free recurring sensory-friendly evenings with reduced stimulation, quiet corners, sensory bins, and flexible participation. Advance registration is sometimes required.

Camp Harkness

Camp Harkness includes a beach, accessible playscape, picnic areas, walking paths, animals, seasonal programs, and overnight options. Families can apply for a Camp Harkness Pass.

High Hopes Therapeutic Riding

Offering therapeutic horseback riding, horsemanship, camps, and other programs for children and adults with physical, cognitive, behavioral, or sensory disabilities.

AMC Sensory-Friendly Movies

Movies are shown with the sound lowered and lights raised a bit. Patrons may move, talk, or sing. Check your current listings before going.