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Aquarium of Niagara AuSome Aquarium

Aquarium of Niagara

Niagara Falls, New York - Niagara County

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May 15, 2026

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Niagara

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701 Whirlpool Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301

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Provider overview

Aquarium of Niagara AuSome Aquarium is a free after-hours sensory-friendly event for families impacted by autism spectrum disorder, with special programming such as a sea lion presentation, shark and ray touch experiences, sensory stations, snacks, crafts, and limited-space registration.

Aquarium of Niagara is a nonprofit aquarium in downtown Niagara Falls.

Quick facts

Phone
(716) 285-3575
Ages
All ages; families impacted by autism spectrum disorder
Season
Posted sensory-friendly after-hours event dates
Cost
The source describes AuSome Aquarium as free with limited space and required registration; confirm current date, capacity, and cancellation steps directly with the Aquarium.

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Aquarium of Niagara Main Building

701 Whirlpool Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301

Programs and offerings

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AuSome Aquarium sensory-friendly evening

Free after-hours sensory-friendly aquarium event with sensory stations, crafts, snacks, presentations, and touch experiences.

Ages
All ages; families impacted by autism spectrum disorder
Season
Posted sensory-friendly after-hours event dates
Schedule
The source lists an AuSome Aquarium event from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and says the Aquarium hosts the event for families impacted by autism spectrum disorder.
Cost
The source describes AuSome Aquarium as free with limited space and required registration; confirm current date, capacity, and cancellation steps directly with the Aquarium.
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May 15, 2026
Why this is listed
The official Aquarium of Niagara AuSome Aquarium page says families impacted by autism spectrum disorder are invited to visit the Main Building after hours in a supportive sensory-friendly environment with a sea lion presentation, touch tanks, sensory stations, snacks, crafts, and required registration.
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Location contacts
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Program details we found

AuSome Aquarium sensory-friendly evening

The official Aquarium of Niagara AuSome Aquarium page says families impacted by autism spectrum disorder are invited to visit the Main Building after hours in a supportive sensory-friendly environment with a sea lion presentation, touch tanks, sensory stations, snacks, crafts, and required registration.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: Aquarium of Niagara says AuSome Aquarium includes after-hours access, sensory stations, crafts, snacks, a sea lion presentation, and touch experiences in a supportive sensory-friendly environment.

Access notes to confirm: Families should confirm registration, event date, arrival time, sensory station access, touch activity fit, building access, parking, cancellation process, and current event capacity before attending.

What we checked

What we found: The official Aquarium of Niagara AuSome Aquarium page says families impacted by autism spectrum disorder are invited to visit the Main Building after hours in a supportive sensory-friendly environment with a sea lion presentation, touch tanks, sensory stations, snacks, crafts, and required registration.

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What to confirm

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  • What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
  • For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
  • Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?

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