Accessibility - Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University

Plan Your Visit

We offer the Art Cart, a service for anyone that needs a little help getting to the museum from the parking lot to the front entrance.(919)-684-5135. — At the Nasher Museum, we offer the Art Cart, a service for anyone that needs a little help getting to the museum from the parking lot to the front entrance. Just give us a call at (919)-684-5135.

At the Nasher Museum, we offer the Art Cart, a service for anyone that needs a little help getting to the museum from the parking lot to the front entrance. Just give us a call at (919)-684-5135.

ACCESSIBILITY DURING CONSTRUCTION
Anderson Street Entrance Closed
Please use our Campus Drive/Alexander Avenue entrance during construction of the the new Nancy A. Nasher and David J. Haemisegger Family Sculpture Garden, opening in summer 2025. The project will create 270 degrees of walkable landscape for visitors, with accessible pathways and green spaces for community gatherings and events. The project also celebrates native plants and showcases art outdoors.
New (Temporary) Handicapped Entrance
Two handicapped parking spots are located behind the museum, up the short driveway and near the Loading Dock.
There, a handicapped ramp allows for accessibility during construction. Please call 919-684-5134, Ext. 0, for more information.
Please use our Campus Drive/Alexander Avenue entrance during construction of , opening in summer 2025. The project will create accessible pathways for visitors.

Committed to Accessibility

A visitor pauses to take a closer look at art within the galleries. Photo by J Caldwell.

The Nasher Museum is committed to practicing the core values of diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion. We welcome all members of our community near and far to experience accessible facilities, wide-ranging exhibitions and thoughtful programming. Some of our accommodations include:

Wheelchair accessible parking and bathrooms.

Wheelchairs, including one over-sized wheelchair, are available at the information desk.

Gallery stools are available at the information desk.

Special tours can be arranged in-advance by emailing nashered@duke.edu.

Golf cart shuttle from your car to the front entrance by contacting the information desk at 919-684-5135.

A large font version, as well as a Spanish language version for certain exhibitions, of the wall labels can be requested at the front desk.

We welcome service animals specially trained to assist individuals with a disability. At this time, Emotional Support and Therapy dogs are not permitted in the museum or cafe.

For other requests and any questions please contact the information desk at 919-684-5135.

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreters Available

Find Events with an American sign language (ASL) interpreter

An American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter can be available for guided tours or public programs, if requested two weeks in advance, a by emailing nashered@duke.edu.

For me, the Nasher’s soul lies in its people—gifted professionals and great friends. What differentiates it is delivering such excellence at a human scale. Excellence is a trademark of my beloved New York museums, but the Nasher’s contrasting humanity and accessibility is what puts it at the center of my North Carolina life.
Jonathan Prinz, Chapel Hill resident and supporting member of the Nasher Museum

Accessible Parking

Prior to parking, visitors may be dropped off at the 700 Anderson Street entrance, where three accessible parking spots are available. The museum’s lower parking lot has three accessible parking spots close to Campus Drive.

For any assistance or more information please call 919-684-5135.