An amazing museum with a world class accessibility programme for autistic and other neurodivergent children.
THE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
Traditional tourist attractions are normally places we avoid like the plague. Full of crowds, noise and queues they are almost totally inaccessible for children like Fred and Charlie who struggle in these environments and get completely overwhelmed. Luckily for us, London has some amazing attractions that are making a real effort to welcome, support and encourage families with neurodivergent children (or adults) through their doors.
One of our absolute favourite London attractions is the Natural History Museum. It wins for its genuine commitment to inclusivity and the care, attention and real understanding shown by its staff to our children.
THE DAWNOSAURS EXPERIENCE
The Natural History Museum's flagship activity for neurodivergent children is their inclusive event called Dawnosaurs. It is offered free of charge and runs 5 times a year.
The events last from from 8am – 10am, we try and go twice each year – the boys love it, and it is one of their absolute favourite days out.
WHO CAN GO TO THE DAWNOSAURS EXPERIENCE
It is designed specifically for children / young adults aged 5 – 15yrs who struggle to access the collection in normal visiting hours (e.g. because of autism ADHD, Tourette’s, OCD and other sensory processing difficulties).
WHAT CAN YOU SEE AT DAWNOSAURS?
DAWNOSAURS EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
WHAT HAPPENS ON THE DAY - OUR ITINERARY
WHY DAWNOSAURS IS SO GREAT FOR MY AUTISTIC / NEURODIVERGENT CHILDREN
2025 EVENT DATES AND HOW TO BOOK
NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM AND ACCESSIBILITY
FINAL THOUGHTS
I cannot tell you how much we enjoy these visits to the Natural History Museum.
We can guarantee that the NHM has passed the Fred and Charlie Sunflower test, and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this amazing place to other autistic families.
If you have not had the chance to visit the Natural History Museum before then we really hope that 2025 is the year your family can finally enjoy a fun and (mostly) stress free outing in London!