My Work
Latest Projects
Sensory Sensitive Program
At Eugene Science Center in Oregon, I designed and implemented a Sensory Sensitive Program. I continue this work at Space Center Houston.
Image Description: Young child, wearing a grey shirt and short brown hair, with sensory sensitivities interacting with a activity wall at the Eugene Science Center.
Sensory Bags
The Monterey Bay Aquarium allowed me to help create their first ever sensory bags for guests to use during their visit. A huge success!
Image Description: A zoomed in photo of a navy blue sensory bag at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. There are teal headphones, a small stuffed penguin toy, a puffer fish squishy toy, and a yellow squishy golf ball.
New Publication!
Curator: The Museum Journal
“Expanding Accessibility: Sensory Sensitive Programming for Museums”
By Rachel Schwartzman and Chris Knowles
Presentations & Achievements
Conferences
I have had the pleasure of presenting at multiple conferences for over 10 years. I have presented at the Inclusive Museum Conference in Canada, SEEC at Space Center Houston and the American Alliance of Museums annual conference.
Image Description: Two white women, one of which is Rachel, sitting together at presenter table with view of presentation in the background.
Trainings & Lectures
I have had the privilege of hosting many accessibility trainings, but one of my proudest was for the sensory bags I created for the Monterey Bay Aquarium (pictured below). I strive to provide a safe and fun space for anyone to learn and share.
Image Description: Rachel is mid laugh during her staff training at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. She is holding noise reduction headphones and wearing a multicolor top with a grey cardigan and curly hair.
Certifications
I hold certifications as an Autism Specialist and a Neurodiversity Manager through IBCCES. I also earned my Nonprofit Management Graduate Certificate from the University of Oregon.
Image Description: Rachel is smiling while posing in front of wall with NASA logo and Space Center Houston logo. She has one a green silk blouse and has brown curly hair.
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