Accessibility
Accessibility for Visitors
The Museum of the Albemarle welcomes all visitors to discover the past, reflect on their lives and place in history, and preserve state, regional, and local history for future generations.
Please find the answers to your questions below to prepare for your visit. For additional information, please call (252) 335-1453 or email moa@dncr.nc.gov. Once in the Museum, questions about accessibility may be directed to staff at the reception desks.
Visitors with mobility disabilities
Accessibility
Handicap-accessible entrance and parking are in front of the Museum.
Exterior Access Ramps
Currently, the Museum has a wheelchair-accessible ramp on the left-hand side of the main steps to the building.
Wheelchair Rentals
Manual wheelchairs are free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis while visiting the Museum.
Getting around the Museum
Accessible seating is available in the auditorium, and benches are located throughout the exhibits. All levels are accessible by elevator, including exhibit spaces and all public facilities. Restrooms are located on the first and second floors behind the visitor’s elevator, across from the auditorium on the first floor, and on either side of the elevators on the second floor. All bathrooms and water fountains are wheelchair accessible.
Nursing Room
The Museum's private nursing room, located within the women's restroom on the first floor behind the visitor's elevator, is wheelchair accessible. This room is meant for single use only and includes a cushioned chair with arms, two small tables, a locking door, and an electrical outlet. Inquire at the first-floor reception desk for the key.
Things to Know Before You Go
Service Dogs are Welcome
The Museum of the Albemarle follows the requirements of the US Department of Justice's Americans with Disabilities Act and the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources for service dogs. The dog must be trained to assist a person with a disability. Visitors are not allowed to bring emotional support animals into the Museum.
No Smoking
The interior of the Museum is a no-smoking-free zone.
No Food or Drinks in the Exhibits
Food and beverages may not be consumed in gallery areas except for designated areas. For selected areas, please inquire at the first-floor reception desk.
Photography
You are welcome to take photos for personal use (share them on Instagram with #moaelizcity). However, tripods, monopods, and selfie sticks are not permitted without prior approval. For professionals, please contact (252) 335-1453 or email moa@dncr.nc.gov for appointments and info.
Enhancing Your Visit
Closed captions are available for all exhibit videos, and most of our exhibits are designed with extensive print integration for legibility.
Enrich your experience interactively in advance, throughout, and at the end of your visit with a preview of current exhibits, events, and more! Audio Tours make navigation at the Museum of the Albemarle easy and ensure you see all we have to offer.
How to access MOA Mobile:
- MOA.Oncell.com
- Calling the OnCell Narrator (252) 548-6213 on your mobile device