Location
900 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607
Manager
Eliza Kozlowski
Accessible Approach/Entrance
- East Lawn wheelchair accessible via the driveway
- Route of travel is slip resistant, and at least 36” wide
- Objects can be detected by person with visual disability using a cane
- Curbs have curb cuts at drives, parking, and drop off
Ramps
- Not Applicable for the lawn
- If seeking entrance into the museum
- Accessible entrance at Thomas Tischer Visitor Center entrance
- Slope of ramp no greater that 1:12
- Width between curbs at least 36”
Parking and Drop-Off Areas
- 4 accessible parking spaces available with 8’ wide access aisle
- Outdoor parking lot so no need for vertical clearance for vans
- Accessible spaces are closest to accessible entrance on proper route
- Drop off location in lot (out of traffic) for paratransit user with accessible path to the lawn.
- Accessible space marked with International Symbol of Accessibility
Entrance
- If seeking entrance into the museum:
- Entrance to the Thomas Tischer Visitor Center is accessible
- Threshold edge is accessible
- Touchless wave sensor for automatic doors
Rooms and Spaces
- Aisles and pathways not applicable to lawn area
- Obstacles are cane-detectable in circulation paths through public areas
Seats, Tables, and Counters
- Seats not provided on the lawn - open seating on the grounds
- Ticket counter accessible with a 36” wide section and unobstructed space in front to measure no less than
Elevator
- Fringe events on the lawn so no need for the elevator
Restrooms
- Enter through the Thomas Tischer Visitor Center to access restrooms.
- Accessible restrooms with pictograms used to identify restrooms (doesn’t include braille)
- Doorway to restroom is at least 32” clear
- Adequate maneuvering space for a person using a wheelchair
- 36” wide path to all fixtures
- Accessible stall with grab bars behind and on the side of wall nearest to the toilet
- Stall door operable with closed fist
- Touchless wave sensor to operate faucet
Contact
- Eliza Kozlowski: (585) 327-4860
- Main Phone: (585) 327-4800
