Blind / Low Vision

Explore blind and low vision accessibility at Alleghgeny Portage Railroad National Historic Site by clicking on the features below.

 

Blind / Low Vision

Audio Descriptions

• Audio description is available for the park movie in the visitor center theater.
  • Headsets are available at the front desk for the movie
• Audio description is not currently available for the exhibits in the visitor center or engine house.
  • Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter contains an audio exhibit. (does it explain any information on the wayside exhbit panels?)

Braille

• The main park brochure is available in braille at the Visitor Center front desk.
• Contact us to request a mailed printed copy in Braille.
• The Braille file can also be downloaded to print on a Braille printer.

Tactiles

There are interactive and tactile exhibits throughout the Visitor Center, Lemon House and Engine House No. 6 Exhibit Shelter.

Lemon House reproduction furnishings are used to enhance experiences for visually impaired visitors.

Props for ranger programs may available to experience during scheduled programs. 

 

Park ranger holding up the braille Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site park brochure.

National Park Service