Accessibility and Accommodation Statement
1969 Gallery is committed to the equitable inclusion of all artists, collaborators, colleagues and visitors. To create a space where people feel welcome and hold an innate sense of belonging in our space requires intentionality and collaboration.
Pure Joy: 14 Disabled Visual and Performance Artists, curated by Chella Man, is a unique exhibition and provides opportunities for 1969 to create an accessibility blueprint that will become our gallery standard. We have engaged with all the artists and two consulting agencies (Tilting The Lens and Shine Arts) to learn about the diversity of experiences and issues concerning equity of access, with the goal of creating an active policy that is designed for one, but extends to many.
Visiting 1969 Gallery, 39 White Street
The gallery is on the ground-floor, with one main entrance from the sidewalk. Three external steps lead up into a 2,000 square-feet space, with wooden floors and divided into two exhibition spaces and one private work area.
During the span of Pure Joy, an accessibility ramp will be installed for wheelchairs and used by all visitors. (It then will be available for future access needs when requested in advance.) The exhibition is entirely wheelchair accessible. Accessible, gender-neutral restrooms are available at the music school building next door.
For additional access requests or to plan your visit in advance, please email amanda@1969gallery.com at least 48 hours before visiting.
Additional accommodations, Pure Joy
services animals welcome
large-print materials including press releases, exhibition guides
quiet hours: Tuesday and Wednesday 11am-12pm
seats made available in gallery upon request
audio descriptions of exhibition artworks (avail starting July 11
ASL interpreters at opening and two public performances