Programs for Visitors with Disabilities

For Visitors Who Are Deaf

Gallery talks are presented in Sign Language or are Sign Language interpreted on a regular basis. Search the calendar for upcoming programs with Sign Language interpretation or for Met Signs programs, which are presented only in ASL. These programs are free with Museum admission. Gallery talks and Met Signs tours meet at the Tours sign at the south end of the Great Hall and usually last about an hour. We regret that gallery talks cannot accommodate groups. Some family programs are also presented in ASL. See all family programs.

You may also sign up to receive a bimonthly listing of these events via email. Please call 212-650-2010 (TTY: 212-570-3828) or email access@metmuseum.org to be added to the mailing list.

Audio Guide

Transcripts in standard and large print are available for all Audio Guide programming and are free to visitors who are Deaf.

Real-Time Captioning

Real-time captioning for lectures can be provided upon request. Requests for this service can be made up to three weeks before the date of the lecture, however, this accommodation is contingent upon the availability of captioners. Search the calendar for upcoming lectures. To request real-time captioning, contact the Access Coordination office at 212-650-2010 (TTY: 212-570-3828), or email access@metmuseum.org.

Program Support

Access programs at the Museum are made possible by .

Access programs are also made possible by the generous support of the Filomen M. D'Agostino Foundation.

Additional support has been provided by The Ceil & Michael E. Pulitzer Foundation, Inc.; the Renate, Hans & Maria Hofmann Trust; the Allene Reuss Memorial Trust; The Murray G. and Beatrice H. Sherman Charitable Trust; the Stella and Charles Guttman Foundation, Inc.; and Jane B. Wachsler.

Plan Your Visit

Museum Hours
Monday: Closed (Except Met Holiday Mondays)
Tuesday–Thursday: 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 9:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

See Plan Your Visit for more information, including directions.

Stay Informed

The Education e-newsletter lets you know about upcoming programs, classes, and other events offered at the Museum.