Lori Sanderlin, Museum Manager, North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
Katy Menne, Curator of Education, North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
Looking for ways to reach and engage a wider and more diverse audience and/or students? Gain some summer inspiration with Lori Sanderlin and Katy Menne of the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport.
Navigate your way to this live webinar as Lori and Katy discuss how their small museum in southeastern North Carolina took on the big topic of Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion, with a special look at Accessibility and Inclusion. The museum is the first Certified Autism Center in the state of North Carolina and welcomes visitors of all abilities and their families.
Tune in for a unique take on how the maritime field can be adapted to reach a wider, more diverse audience. Learn how this small staff of three took on adapting programs, creating an American Sign Language (ASL) tour, and making physical alterations to create a more welcoming and inclusive experience for individuals and families with sensory sensitivities or special needs.
Learn more about the NC Maritime Museum at Southport.
More information on the museum as a Certified Autism Center.
Learn more about Monitor National Marine Sanctuary.
This webinar was recorded. Watch it here!