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Audain Art Museum

4350 Blackcomb Way Whistler BC V0N 1B4
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Overview

4.6

Established in 2016, the Audain Art Museum was founded via a major philanthropic gift of Michael Audain and Yoshiko Karasawa. The Permanent Collection is focused on the art of British Columbia, exemplifying the richness of cultural difference in Canada. Highlights include hereditary Haida Chief James Hart’s The Dance Screen (The Scream Too), an exceptional collection of historical and contemporary Indigenous art, a comprehensive selection of paintings by Emily Carr and a brilliant range of works by Vancouver’s photo-conceptualists. The Museum also hosts Special Exhibitions year-round that feature artists and collections of national as well as international significance.

Accessibility
  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible washroom
AccessibilityAccessible attributes checklist, developed by Destination BC
  • Accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible washroom
Vision
Overall Space
Braille/large print signage for all publicly accessible areas
Audible alarm and/or public service system
Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
General
Emergency Plan
Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with mobility, visual, and hearing requirements
Emergency plan includes staff trained to provide in-person assistance for people with cognitive disabilities
Service Dogs
Staff have been trained on guide and service dog policies
High Speed Internet Service
Business has high-speed internet service available for video application use
Supporting Programs
Business accepts Access2Card (www.access2card.ca) or permits a support person to accompany the customer at no cost or at a discount
Hearing
Overall Space
Business has a visual warning (alarm) system
Mobility
Parking
Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
Activities & Transportation
Key activities are accessible to guests using mobility devices
Accessible spaces have clear views of the main activity (i.e. stage, viewing area)
Pathways are hard packed surfaces with a maximum slope 5%
Entrance
Entrance has no steps or if there are one or more steps, there is non-slip ramp with a maximum of 5% slope
Entry route has a door that is at minimum 815 mm wide
One or more entry points are automated
Restroom in Public Area
Can be reached without going up or down stairs, has a main entrance and/or stall that is a minimum 815 mm wide and has an outward swing door
Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
Cognitive & sensory friendly
Restroom in Public Area
Designated gender-neutral/family restroom that can also accommodate a support person
Overall Space
Neutral or muted colours that are calming and subdued
Surfaces, window coverings, and décor with minimal glare or reflection, as well as minimal use of bold patterns, shapes, or stripes
Subtle and/or natural lighting, no florescent or harsh lighting, and no dark shadows
Minimal visual clutter and obstacles, with clear central access throughout the space
Door handles have colour contrast with the body of the door; doors and frames have colour contrast with adjacent walls; any glass doors are marked to make them clearly visible
Signs & Navigation
Signs are clear and concise, in large, plain font with good contrast between text and background
Signs have minimal glare or reflection
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4350 Blackcomb Way Whistler BC V0N 1B4
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Audain Art Museum

Established in 2016, the Audain Art Museum was founded via a major philanthropic gift of Michael Audain and Yoshiko Karasawa. The Permanent Collection is focused on the art of British Columbia, exemplifying the richness of cultural difference in Canada. Highlights include hereditary Haida Chief James Hart’s The Dance Screen (The Scream Too), an exceptional collection of historical and contemporary Indigenous art, a comprehensive selection of paintings by Emily Carr and a brilliant range of works by Vancouver’s photo-conceptualists. The Museum also hosts Special Exhibitions year-round that feature artists and collections of national as well as international significance.

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