Venue Accessibility Assessments
Comprehensive evaluation of museums, theaters, galleries, and performance venues against ADA standards and cultural institution best practices.
Industries
Cultural Arts & Entertainment
Culture, art, and entertainment belong to everyone. GAC works with cultural institutions and entertainment venues to design experiences that are genuinely accessible — and genuinely excellent — for every visitor and audience member.
The Opportunity
Culture Is for Everyone
Museums, theaters, concert halls, galleries, and cultural institutions exist to serve the public — all of the public. Yet people with disabilities frequently encounter barriers that prevent full participation: inaccessible entrances, no audio description, no captioning, inaccessible websites, and staff who are unprepared to assist. Cultural organizations that invest in accessibility fulfill their public mission, expand their audience, and create experiences that are richer for everyone.
1 in 4
U.S. adults has a disability
$490B
Annual spending by disabled Americans on entertainment
71%
Of disabled visitors leave if accessibility is poor
3.4x
Multiplier effect of disabled visitor spending on companions
Our Work
What GAC Does in Cultural Arts
GAC provides accessibility consulting across the full cultural and entertainment experience — from physical venues and digital platforms to programming and audience services.
Accessible Programming Design
Design of sensory-friendly performances, audio description, ASL interpretation, touch tours, and other accessible programming.
Digital & Website Accessibility
WCAG 2.2 evaluation of websites, ticketing systems, virtual tours, and digital collections.
Visitor Experience Design
End-to-end accessible visitor journey design — from pre-visit planning through the experience and post-visit engagement.
Staff & Volunteer Training
Training for front-of-house staff, docents, and volunteers on disability etiquette, assistance, and accessible service delivery.
Accessibility Communications
Review and development of accessibility information, guides, and communications for visitors with disabilities.
Sectors
Cultural Settings We Serve
Museums & Science Centers
Art, history, science, and children's museums — exhibits, programming, and visitor services.
Performing Arts
Theaters, concert halls, opera houses, and dance venues — physical access and audience services.
Film & Cinema
Movie theaters and film festivals — captioning, audio description, and physical access.
Galleries & Cultural Centers
Art galleries, cultural centers, and heritage sites — exhibitions and visitor experience.
Libraries & Archives
Public and academic libraries — physical access, digital collections, and patron services.
Festivals & Live Events
Outdoor festivals, fairs, and large-scale live events — temporary and permanent accessibility.
Open Your Doors to Every Audience
Contact GAC to discuss how we can help your organization create cultural experiences that are accessible and excellent for every visitor.