WOODROW WILSON BIRTHPLACE AT THE PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY 540-885-0897
888-4WOODRO (Toll Free) Fax: 540-886-9874 www.woodrowwilson.org
24 North Coalter Street, Staunton, VA 24402
DIRECTIONS: I-81, Exits 222 or 225, follow signs.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Fully restored Antebellum era home gives authentic picture of Shenandoah Valley life at the time. Museum covers Wilson’s public life, includes 1919 Presidential limousine.
PARKING: 1 wheelchair accessible parking space located next to museum.
TYPES OF PATHS: Brick and slate. To access second floor, there is an outside path from the first floor with a grade requiring assistance for persons in wheelchairs. Interior has flat carpet or wood floor.
ENTRANCE: Front of museum. Glass entry doors, 40 in. wide, easily open out with clearly marked knob handle located 38 in. above floor. Birthplace building has a portable ramp leading to a door approximately 40 in. wide. Guide opens door.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: In museum. Doors are 31 in. wide, and open in. Turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 33 in. wide doors opening out and handrails. 15 in. between commode and wall. Sink height 32 in. Pipes wrapped. Accessible stall checked for obstructions. Rest rooms are identified by a raised figure with pants or skirt on door to designate men or women.
ELEVATOR: Wheelchair accessible elevator with sound indicator located in museum.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with hearing disabilities,there are signing interpreters available with advance notice, and written scripts .
For guests with visual disabilities, there are signs with contrasting background, printed on a non-glossy surface.
For guests with mobility disabilities,there is a pictorial exhibition of third floor rooms.
GIFT SHOP: Not accessible to guests in wheelchairs. Clerks assist customers with special needs. Aisles clear of temporary displays.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Accepted credit cards V and MC. Admission fee. Group rates. Open 9-5 daily, Mar-Oct, 10-4, Nov-Feb.
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