Sensory Friendly Sunday is a monthly event is designed for kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities. From 8 am to 11 am on the second Sunday of the month, the galleries will be closed to the general public, and sound and light levels will be adjusted, allowing […]
Unlabeled Theatre Company is a unified theatre program that partners adults with cognitive and/or physical disabilities or who are neurodivergent with professional or emerging actors; together they create and perform a role together. All of our shows are welcoming and accessible for all audiences. Our Sunday, July 14th show at 2:00 PM is a sensory […]
CTC is proud to partner with the Textile Center to offer a puppet making camp for students on the autism spectrum. This camp offers low-stress, nurturing environments for youth who fall within the wide range of the autism spectrum. Students will explore the wonderful world of textiles and puppet making. This camp is offered in […]
Explore the forest, pond, and prairie habitats! Build a survival shelter with other campers. Start a campfire using different techniques and make a s’more. Try canoeing in our nearby lake. Meet our resident animals.
This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community! See Me’s main event that we host is a Family/Caregiver Support Meeting. We meet for an in-person support group on the first Thursday and the third Wednesday […]
If you’re a professional who works with autistic clients – or are working towards your licensure so you can – AuSM’s Counseling and Consulting team has a resource to help you connect with therapists in our space. AuSM’s Professional Networking Group offers a chance for therapists to meet with other professionals who see clients with autism to ask questions, share cases, and build peer-to-peer relationships.
Parents, caregivers, and other family members of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (18+) gather to discuss challenges, triumphs, and strategies for support. This group is held virtually only.
Sensory Friendly Visits The quietest time to visit the museum is late afternoon, when we have fewer visitors and our space is generally uncrowded. Be sure to check out the items you can borrow at the museum below! Sensory friendly resources Visitors are welcome to check out additional resources like our quiet spaces. You can […]
A frightfully funny musical On Skid Row, Mr. Mushnik plans to shutter his failing florist shop when his timid staffer Seymour presents an exotic-but-wilted flytrap named Audrey II. Convinced it will boost business, Seymour encourages Mr. Mushnik to display the peculiar plant, which Seymour successfully revives. As Audrey II draws much-needed crowds to the shop, […]
Have fun while learning how to respond to the unexpected, engage in reciprocal interactions, and support fellow participants in keeping a scene moving forward.
Does your child love streetcars? The Carbarn Club is a way for kids 6 and up to get behind the scenes access to the museum! It is free with student, Individual or family membership. This year’s dates are: July 23, 6-7:30pm SPEEDER RIDES! We are bringing the Speeders out! Learn all about the Streetcar Line […]
Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder gather in this typically larger group to support each other, socialize, and discuss common interests and concerns. This group is held virtually only.
This year's Ride for Hope is a motorcycle ride that benefits AuSM. Starting at 9 a.m. on July 27, this year's ride includes four stops and wraps up with live music, meat raffle, dinner, and a classic car competition at The V by HH.
We understand that the vast majority of people with disabilities never have the experience of independently riding a conventional two-wheel bicycle during their lifetime. Research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never experience this thrill. Defying these odds is why we exist! July 29th – August […]
Work together to create interactive art exhibits using different creative arts mediums. Rotations include exhibit design, music, movement, and visual art.
Women with Autism Spectrum Disorder gather to discuss challenges, strategies, and topics unique to being a woman on the spectrum. This group is held virtually only.
This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community! These meetings provide a safe space for parents/guardians/anyone who needs additional support while caring for neurodiverse children. Our mission for this support group is to connect, share, […]
For every mainstage show in our season, Children’s Performing Arts hosts a relaxed performance. This allows patrons with sensory, social, physical, and cognitive needs to attend a production in a safe and welcoming environment. Modifications to this performance include lights remaining dim in the audience, elimination of intense lighting and sound effects, and audiences being […]
Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder who identify as LGBTQIA gather to discuss topics related to the intersection of autism and gender/sexuality. This group is held virtually only.
Gather your friends and family, and join us at the Elision Playhouse for a night of summer fun with activities, beverages, snacks, and a family friendly improv show to support MNprov! 6105 42nd Ave N, Crystal, MN 55422 Arrive between 6:30 - 7:30 pm to enjoy our social hour! During this time you can visit, […]
Interested in sharing an event with the Minnesota autism community? You can share information on our submission form and we’ll post your event to our calendar!
