Discover Design

Visitors feeling the texture of a carved leather touch object in a gallery.

Discover design

Visitors with disabilities and their companions receive free admission to this program. Advanced registration requested.

At this monthly program, explore a featured exhibition at your own pace, with opportunities to discover, connect, and engage with the objects and ideas on display. At select points within the exhibition, trained program staff are available to facilitate enriching experiences. They can offer verbal description, thoughtful conversation, guided close looking, and occasional touch objects that invite tactile exploration. These activities are designed to support a more inclusive and immersive experience for all visitors.

Programs are designed for visitors who may want additional support learning about exhibition content. Access Programs Facilitators trained in verbal description and sighted guide are available for visitors who are blind or have low vision.

This program occurs on the first Tuesday of each month from 4:00–5:30 p.m.

To sign up for the Discover Design mailing list, email CHAccess@si.edu or call 212-849-8384.

Upcoming Accessibility Programs

To view all upcoming programs, view our Calendar.

Design learning at Cooper Hewitt is made possible by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. Generous support is also provided by the Smithsonian Institution’s Together We Thrive initiatives.