7700 Minoru Gate Suite 180, Richmond, British Columbia, V6Y 1R8
Richmond Art Gallery Accessibility
This business has self-assessed as having the following accessible attributes. Please contact the business directly for further detail if required.
Mobility
Parking
Designated accessible parking near an accessible entrance that is specifically marked
Space specifically marked with a van-accessible sign, at minimum 4.7 metres wide, large enough to accommodate a vehicle with a side lift/ramp
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
Lobby Or Reception Area
Lowered counter at the reception or ticket desk
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
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%
Vision
Overall Space
Audible alarm and/or public service system
Multiple lighting sources to improve visibility
Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Cognitive & Sensory Friendly
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
Nonslip floor surfaces with minimal reflection
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
Background noise is minimal, and alarms or auditory cues are on a low frequency
Staff are available to accompany guests through the venue as a guide, and to describe the sights
Signs & Navigation
Signs are clear and concise, in large, plain font with good contrast between text and background
Signs include both text and pictures to help indicate the use of different rooms
Signs are well lit
Signs have minimal glare or reflection
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The Richmond Art Gallery is the City of Richmond’s Public Art Gallery, supported by the Richmond Art Gallery Association. RAGA is an independent, non-profit society formed to support the gallery of the City of Richmond. Through innovative exhibition and education programming, the Richmond Art Gallery strives to enhance an understanding and enjoyment of contemporary visual art. The art gallery features exhibitions of regional, national and international contemporary works of art. Our Mission is to promote dialogue around contemporary art. We are here to offer you ways to connect to art, your community and yourself by providing a place to look, think, create and communicate.
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