Venue Access
The stairs to the Owens from the entrance nearest the University Chapel have a handrail. There is also ramp access at this entrance, however, the ramp is steep. The stairs to the Owens entrance off York Street also have a handrail, but there is no ramp. The main floor of the Owens is wheelchair accessible. Our second-floor gallery is not accessible. Two flights of stairs lead to the second floor. LED lights are used throughout the building. The Owens welcomes guide dogs and other service animals.
Although the Owens is only partially accessible, our goal is to have a barrier-free facility within the next ten years.
Washrooms
Gendered bathrooms are located in the basement and are not wheelchair accessible. Two flights of stairs lead to the basement.
Other Services
All resources are free and available from the front desk on any visit to the Owens. For further information please contact the Owens at 506-364-2574 or email [email protected]
EnChroma Colour-Enhancing Glasses
Three pairs of EnChroma glasses are available for visitors to borrow. This includes one pair for children (ages 10+), one pair for adults, and one fit-over pair for adult glasses wearers. EnChroma glasses allow visitors with red-green colour blindness the ability to see a broader spectrum of colours.
Ear Protection
Ear protection provides a sensory-friendly option for young visitors during busy public programs, or when experiencing installations with audio components.
Kindle E-Readers
Customizable large-print versions of all gallery text, including labels, wall text, video transcripts, and catalogue essays, are available on Kindle E-Readers. These Kindles also feature dyslexic font and text-to-speech options. Front desk staff are able to provide an introduction and support for Kindle users.
Captioning
When possible, the Owens provides open captioning for videos included in exhibitions. Transcripts are available on Kindle E-Readers at the front desk.
