Krannert Art Museum endeavors to be accessible to visitors of all ages and abilities. We value open access to galleries. Visitors do not need to disclose a disability in order to access assistance.
For assistance, send an email to kam-accessibility@illinois.edu or call 217-333-1861 to leave a message.
Accessible Parking
Accessible parking is available in the lot at the corner of Sixth Street and Peabody Drive (Lot E19) and the small lot to the north of Art & Design (Lot E18).
To use designated spaces, automobiles must have valid state disability placard or plate.
All parking in Lot E19 is metered Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm; there is one space designated for disabled permit parking in that lot. There is also an accessible metered space in E18, near the accessibility ramp. Campus meters may be paid by phone or via the MobileMeter app. Please see on-meter signage for payment instructions. If you need any help, ask a staff member for assistance when you enter the building.
To access the Gelvin Gardens, use the ramp at the west side of Lot E19.
To enter the museum from Lot E19, use the sidewalks along Peabody Street to get to the ramp.
To enter the museum from Lot E18, go toward the east end of the parking lot. You will encounter a small garden and a wooden ramp that leads to automated doors to the Link Gallery.
Once in the building, Krannert Art Museum is clearly marked through the glass doors on the East side of the Link. Press the button on the right side of the doorway to operate the automatic doors to the museum.
More information on campus parking is available at the University of Illinois Visitor Parking page.
Disability Resources & Educational Services (DRES) has also created an accessibility map of Krannert Art Museum. This resource shows the locations of automated doors, parking, and public transportation in our building and the surrounding area.
Museum Entrances and Mobility Assistance
To enter the museum from Lot E19, use the sidewalks along Peabody Street to access the ramp.
To enter the museum from Lot E18, go toward the east end of the parking lot. You will encounter a small garden and a wooden ramp that leads to automated doors to the Link Gallery.
Once in the building, Krannert Art Museum is clearly marked through the glass doors on the East side of the Link. Press the button on the right side of the doorway to operate the automatic doors to the museum.
Wheelchairs, seated walkers, and portable stools are available at the entrance.
Elevators and Access to Restrooms
An elevator is located in the lobby near the Peabody Street entrance.
Accessible restrooms are available on the lower level, just outside the Krannert Art Museum Auditorium.
In addition, there are fully accessible restrooms available in the School of Art and Design building.
If you need assistance in finding a restroom, please ask a a staff member. They will be happy to help.
Classrooms
The Krannert Art Museum Auditorium (KAM 62) is equipped with automated doors and designated seating for wheelchairs. The seats are equipped with flip-up desks and outlets.
All public presentations in the Krannert Art Museum auditorium use a microphone that feeds into the room's amplification system. Assistive listening devices that tap into this system are available for visitor use. As a health precaution, assistive listening devices and other loanable technology are sanitized before and after each use.
The Hood Classroom is accessible to visitors and students of all mobility levels.
Galleries
Gallery displays and interactive components (where available) are designed with accessibility in mind. Touch-screen mounts may be included in some exhibitions are are able to be tilted/adjusted. All video in the museum is captioned.
Labels and wall texts are high-contrast and have large type. Some galleries may have low lighting.
Blind/Low Vision Supports
Aira On-Demand Description Service
Aira assistive technology for the Blind & Low Vision is available on campus at the University of Illinois. It is an on-demand description service through a smart phone app.
Illinois is an Aira access location for Blind and Low-Vision students and campus visitors who have installed the app on their smartphone. Anyone can use the service at no cost while physically on campus.
- Go to the Aira website for instructions on how to download and install the app.
- Call the customer support line at 800-835-1934 and mention "Campus Network".
When you activate the app, it will connect you with a sighted agent to help with visual tasks during your museum visit. The agent can use your smartphone camera to describe art, read artwork labels, and guide you through the museum.
Aira is always free from locations on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.
Some galleries have low lighting. Labels and wall text are high-contrast and have large type.
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Supports
Krannert Art Museum is committed to providing closed captioning for all video displays that have an audio component.
Assistive listening devices are available for all public programs and tours. As a health precaution, assistive listening devices and other loanable technology are sanitized before and after each use. To request an assistive listening device, please ask a gallery attendant at the front desk.
Neurodiversity Supports
Krannert Art Museum endeavors to maintain galleries that are welcoming to all.
Often the galleries are quiet and calm. But at times, due to a group visit or event, a gallery or classroom can get crowded or noisy. Some art installations with video and sound components can feel immersive, and sometimes a visitor may find this overwhelming.
If you have a concern about crowding, noise, or sensitivity to light or sound, a staff member can provide information on where you're likely to encounter these. Staff can also help if you need to find a quieter or calmer space to center yourself. Please ask at any time.
Noise-reducing headphones are available at the front desk.
Service Animals
Trained service animals are welcome in all spaces throughout the museum.
The campus division of Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES) website has the most current resources regarding accessibility services available to students and visitors to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Visit their page on Service Animals on Campus to learn more.
Other supervised and leashed domesticated animals are allowed only outside of the building.
If you want to talk through any issues or needs related to your visit, email us at kam-accessibility@illinois.edu.
Questions?
Please email us at kam-accessibility@illinois.edu if you have any questions, to request an accommodation for an upcoming visit or event, or if you have feedback after your visit.
