Plan Your Visit
We are pleased that you are planning to visit the Gallaudet University Museum. Our exhibits cover the rich history of Gallaudet University over its 150 year span, and feature narratives about Deaf history, culture, and language.
This page is a guide to help you plan your visit, if you have any questions please feel free to contact us at museum@gallaudet.edu.
Gallaudet Museum Hours
Summer 2019 Schedule
May 20, 2019 to August 16, 2019
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday: By appointment only
Wednesday: By appointment only
Thursday: By appointment only
Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
By appointment only e-mail: museum@gallaudet.edu.
Fall 2019 Schedule
August 19, 2019 to December 13, 2019
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday: Closed
The Gallaudet Museum is closed when Gallaudet University is closed.
Rules and Tips
Rules:
No food or drinks allowed inside the exhibition.
Photography and video recording is strictly prohibited. Read policy as explained.
Please do not touch any exhibit materials and structures.
No animals except service animals as permitted by Gallaudet University Policy.
Tips:
Download a QR Reader app on your smart phone. The exhibits have QR Codes.
Accessibility
Braille and Large Print books, with visual description and text of the exhibition, are available for DeafBlind and Blind visitors.
Wheelchair access:
Facing Florida Avenue, there is an elevator is located between Chapel Hall and Fowler Hall.
From the Mall side, a ramp is located at Chapel Hall.