Choose Chicago Wheelchair Accessibility Guide Note: This guide is specific specifically catered to low-mobility accessibility. If you have additional accessibility needs, please refer to the websites of the specific sites you are visiting. 360 CHICAGO OBSERVATION DECK (John Hancock Building) 875 North Michigan Avenue 94th Floor Chicago, IL 60611 Phone: (888) 875 8439 Website: www.360chicago.com The following information was obtained from www.easyaccesschicago.org/access_info/attractions.php?id=4 THE HANCOCK OBSERVATORY Information Parking/Loading Zone Accessible loading zone Onsite public parking lot/garage o 875 N. Michigan (312) 944-5994 Mobility Entry Level entry Door has at least 32" clearance Threshold less than 1/2" beveled 2 doors in series-adequate space between Push button door Delaware entrance has no redirect signage in lobby for wheelchair users. Elevator to Concourse for Observatory is on the left side. Assistive Equipment for Guests with Physical Disabilities Wheelchair Note: Available from Observatory ticketing, lower level "C". Interior Access Corridor/path of travel at least 36" wide Ramps provide access to one or more areas o Raised exhibit areas o Slope 1:12, handrails Push-button doors - For outside skywalk Accessible Facilities/Amenities Restaurant/Lounge o Cheesecake Factory o Signature Room o Lavazza Café 94th Fl. Observatory Brochure rack Gift shop o Counter 36" max. o Aisles blocked by displays Seating o Benches Drinking Fountain o Parallel approach only o No knee clearance Note: Ticket counters not lowered. Exhibits On accessible route Space to approach/view/maneuver Wall hung displays viewable from seated position 1 Choose Chicago Wheelchair Accessibility Guide Interactive displays are wheelchair accessible o Most computer stations are 36" high, one is 32" Labels viewable from seated position Note: Some display and labels are high. Elevator Door clearance at least 36" Car size at least 54" x 80" with centered door or 54" x 68" with side door Elevator controls 54" or less Note: There are separate elevators to the Concourse level for the Observatory and Cheesecake Factory and to the Signature Room/Lounge on the 95th and 96th Fl. Both are located to the left from the Delaware entrance. Restroom Men's and Women's, location-Observatory level Entry door at least 32" clearance, threshold <1/2" beveled, stall door at least 32" clearance, stall door has clearance beyond door swing Grab bar behind and alongside toilet, lateral transfer space at least 30" wide, toilet height 17" to 19", ambulatory stall, grab bars on both sides of toilet Roll under sink with knee clearance at least 27" high and 30" wide, mirror 40" or less from floor or tilted, towels/soap/vending within reach, 48" or less from floor, faucet controls automatic or lever type Latch operable with closed fist, easy grasp/lever handle or none, door is heavy Adler Planetarium 1300 South Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60605 Phone: (312) 922-7827; 312-322-0336 (Box Office) Email: [email protected] Website: www.adlerplanetarium.org The following information was obtained from www.adlerplanetarium.org/visit/accessibility: ACCESSIBILITY PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION Parking is available in the Chicago Park District‘s lot adjacent to the Adler Planetarium or in the parking garage at Soldier Field. Metered street parking is also available but is limited. The standard rate for the Chicago Park District’s lot is $20 per car, but rates change frequently due to activities like football games, concerts, and other special events. All parking on the Museum Campus is owned by the Chicago Park District and managed by Standard Parking. For the most current parking information, visit the Soldier Field Parking website www.soldierfieldparking.com ACCESSIBLE PARKING There are several reserved accessible parking spaces in the Park District’s lot adjacent to Adler. This lot is closest to the accessible entrance. PASSENGER DROP-OFF The passenger drop-off area is located in the U-shaped turnaround in the front of the building. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION CTA: The Chicago Transit Authority employs a range of features and services to provide transit that is accessible to people with disabilities. 100% of vehicles (both buses and railcars) are accessible. The CTA stop closest to the Adler is Roosevelt, which is also 100% accessible. For routes, schedules, and fares please visit the CTA website at www.transitchicago.com or call (312) 836-7000. RTA: The RTA Trip Planner allows travelers to plan trips in the Chicago region using public transit (CTA, Metra, and Pace buses and trains) that include driving, biking, and walking directions. For regional travel information, please visit the RTA Trip Planner at http://tripsweb.rtachicago.com or call (312) 836-7000. BY CTA BUS #146 Inner Drive/Michigan Express/Museum Campus arrives at Adler 5:55 am–10:40 pm weekdays, 6:00 am–10:40 pm Saturday, & 6:00 am–10:40 pm Sunday & departs 7:00am–11:35 pm weekdays, 6:50 am–11:40 pm Saturday, & 6:50 am–11:35 pm Sunday. #130 Museum Campus runs mid-May through Labor Day, arrives at Adler 9:30 am–5:25 pm weekdays, 9:30 am–5:30 pm Saturday, & 9:30 am–5:30 pm Sunday, & departs 9:55 am–6:05 pm weekdays, 9:55 am–6:00 pm Saturday, 9:55 am–6:00 pm Sunday. 2 Choose Chicago Wheelchair Accessibility Guide BY CTA TRAIN The closest CTA Train stop is the Roosevelt CTA stop servicing Red, Orange and Green lines. This stop offers connections to the #146 bus located at State and Roosevelt Road. BY PACE BUS Pace Suburban Bus may offer prearranged paratransit services in your area. Learn more by calling +1 (800) 606-1282 (TTY 708-339- 4062) or viewing Chicago ADA Service information. BY METRA TRAIN Visit the Metra website or call (312) 322-6900 for schedule information, fares and other related travel information. BUILDING ACCESS ACCESSIBLE ENTRANCE The Adler Planetarium’s accessible entrance is located in the Leffmann Education Center, which is located to the right of the main entrance when facing the museum . The entrance is equipped with automated (push-button entry) doors. ELEVATORS Elevators are located throughout the museum and provide access to all floors. RESTROOMS Accessible restrooms are located on the mid-level in both the north and south areas of the building. There is a single-occupancy restroom on the mid-level south area, just inside the Leffmann Education Center. THEATERS Each of our three theaters has designated seating for guests using wheelchairs and their companions. MOBILITY DEVICES Mobility devices are permitted in all public areas of the Museum. Manually-operated wheelchairs are available free of charge at both box offices on a first-come, first-served basis with photo identification. Advance reservations are not available. The Art Institute of Chicago 1300 South Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60603 Phone: (312) 443-3600; (312) 443-3566 (Ticketing & Sales); Email: [email protected], [email protected] Website: www.artic.edu The following information was obtained from www.artic.edu/visit/accessibility/visitors-with-mobility-needs VISITORS WITH MOBILITY NEEDS Individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accessibility accommodation for an Art Institute program are encouraged to send an email to [email protected] as far in advance as possible. ENTRANCES AND PARKING Find additional info on our Directions & Parking page: www.artic.edu/visit/accessibility/www.artic.edu/visit/directions-and-parking and the Millennium Garages website: www.millenniumgarages.com/ Michigan Avenue Entrance 111 South Michigan Avenue Ramp access is available, but drop-offs are not permitted Modern Wing Entrance 159 East Monroe Street Ramp access is available, and a dedicated drop-off lane is available from the eastbound lanes of Monroe Street. Valet service is available daily from 10:30 to 30 minutes after closing. Accessible Parking The following garage spaces offer accessible parking near the Art Institute. Please note that they do not accept oversized vans. Millennium Park Garage (enter at Columbus Drive & Monroe Street), with 6' 8" clearance in some sections & an elevator at exit East Monroe Street Garage (enter at Columbus Drive & Monroe Street), with 6' 8" clearance & exit ramps at Monroe Street Grant Park North Garage (enter at Michigan Avenue between Madison & Randolph), with 6'6" clearance for vans & elevator at exit 3 Choose Chicago Wheelchair Accessibility Guide INSIDE THE MUSEUM Elevators are located throughout the museum for access to all levels. A TDD/TYY–equipped phone is available for use in the Michigan Avenue lobby. All auditoriums are equipped with designated wheelchair areas. Wheelchair Assistance Manually operated wheelchairs are available free of charge at both of the museum’s checkrooms on a first-come, first-served basis. Members who would like assistance getting to and from member events using museum-owned wheelchairs may make an appointment at [email protected] two weeks in advance of their visit. Mobility Devices Manual and electric wheelchairs are welcome in all areas of the museum. Single-seat scooters and knee scooters, both manual and electric, are also permitted, as are walkers, crutches, canes, braces, and other similar manual devices. In order to ensure the safety of our visitors as well as the artwork, other types of mobility devices, including tricycles, carts, hoverboards, and Segways, are not permitted. If your mobility device is not permitted, the museum will provide a manually operated wheelchair free of charge, first-come, first-served, and will store any electric or battery-operated devices in a nonpublic area during your visit. Please note that the museum is unable to store devices with liquid fuel of any kind. Elevators are located throughout the museum for access to all levels. A TDD/TYY–equipped phone is available for use in the Michigan Avenue lobby.