ACCESSIBILITY While many of DC’s attractions and cultural institutions are welcoming and accessible to visitors, the following attractions maintain dedicated web pages outlining their accessibility features, including ramps, sign language-interpreted tours and wheelchairs. SMITHSONIAN MUSEUMS From free manual wheelchair loans to sign language interpretation to Aira Access and more, the Smithsonian works to make all visitors feel welcome. Explore their website to view an accessibility map and to contact the hosting museum in advance to arrange tours. U.S. CAPITOL Experience interactive exhibits or tour the many rooms — however you like to explore, the U.S. Capitol makes it easy to fi nd an accessible way to do so. The Offi ce of Congressional Accessibility Services can provide tours specifi cally designed for visitors with disabilities. NATIONAL MALL The National Mall embraces accessibility, from off ering braille brochures to closed captioning and more. All major monuments and memorials are wheelchair accessible. Before visiting, it is encouraged to email or call to provide advance notice. OTHER ATTRACTIONS INCLUDE: • Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens • International Spy Museum • John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts • Library of Congress • National Gallery of Art • Shakespeare Theatre Company Harman Center for the Arts • Washington National Cathedral • White House • Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company Getting Around Metro prides itself on being one of the most accessible public transportation systems in the world. In addition to a comprehensive website outlining services available to mobility-challenged visitors, Metro has also compiled a downloadable guide to accessible transportation options throughout the region. ScootAround off ers scooter and wheelchair rentals for a minimum of three days, weekly or for longer periods of time so that you can navigate the city and its sites in comfort and ease. Orthopaedic Mobility Rentals provides daily, weekly or monthly rentals throughout the DC Metro area. or e Know Bef You Go GALLAUDET DC’s Gallaudet University has been the educational, political, social and economic engine of the deaf and signing community on a national and global scale for more than 160 years. Free, in-person campus tours are available. ASL/LANGUAGE SERVICES For travelers in need of language support and interpreting, download the Jeenie app on your smartphone or iPad for 24/7 assistance, including on-demand American Sign Language interpreting via video chat.
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