The Huntington in San Marino is a 207-acre institution combining an art museum, research library, and botanical gardens. Collections include European and American art, rare manuscripts, and themed gardens.
Accessible parking is available, and accessible routes lead through most of the campus — note that some sections of the botanical gardens involve steep hills that may be challenging for manual wheelchair users. Accessible restrooms are on site. Complimentary loaner wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. An accessible shuttle with 8 stops runs throughout the grounds from 10 am to 5 pm, approximately every 30 minutes.
Assistive listening devices are available for programs. Sign language interpretation and captioning can be arranged with 10 days’ advance notice.
A social narrative (autism guide) is available for download on the Huntington’s accessibility page to help visitors prepare for their visit. Private nursing rooms are on site. Service animals are welcome.
Visitors report that the hilly terrain of the botanical gardens can be challenging for wheelchair users, and that the shuttle (which accommodates wheelchairs) is recommended for covering the 130-acre property. Some visitors note that the sign language interpretation, assistive listening devices, and captioning for events require 10 days advance notice. Visitors have found the seating placed throughout the gallery rooms — allowing views of the art while seated.
Accessible Routes to Areas of Interest
Loaner Mobility Aids
Assistive Listening Devices
Sign Language Interpreters
Private Nursing Room
Some areas of the botanical gardens involve significant slopes that may be difficult for manual wheelchair users. An accessible shuttle with 8 stops runs 10 am–5 pm, approximately every 30 minutes. Sign language interpretation and captioning require 10 days advance notice.