1890 House Museum (The) | Inclusive Rec Database

APPROACH: Parking1890 House Museum (The)

Type of parking assessed:

(If both are present, assess the agency parking)

Agency

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

No

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

No

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

0 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

(If no designated accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to entrance)

300 feet

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

Yes

Is the route of travel well-lit?

No

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):

286 inches

Comments/additional information about parking and route of travel to entrance:

The parking lot is just a driveway that leads to the back of the facility.

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance (South East)

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

No

Are there stairs to gain entry?

Yes

Step count

9 stairs

Handrail type

Round, Metal

Is a ramp provided?

Yes

If yes, width of ramp (at its narrowest point):

36 inches

If yes, depth of ramp landing:

61 inches

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

Metal

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

No

Clear open width of door:

38 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

5 pounds

Handle type entering:

Knob

Handle type exiting:

Knob

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

36 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

Doorway from kitchen to pantry is 32 inches wide. Doorway from pantry to dining room is 28.5 inches wide. The entrance leads directly into the kitchen where there are tables in the center. The tables would have to be moved to create sufficient space in the kitchen. The entry door is similar to a screen door. The 1890 House has recently added a lift to the entrance to that it is more accessible.

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to registration/check-in area?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

Hardwood

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is the registration/reception/check-in counter easily located?

Yes

Height of counter:

28 inches

If counter is higher than 36", is a fold-out shelf available?

N/A

Is the registration area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering? (60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in registration area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

No

Comments/additional information about reception/registration/check-in area:

The registration area is located inside the museum near the stairs. The route of travel goes through a few rooms before the registration table.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Entrance

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Yes

Restroom assessed:

Family

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

No

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

29 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

1 pounds

Handle type entering:

Knob

Handle type exiting:

Knob

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

19 1/2 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

N/A

Height of sink:

32 inches

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

17 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

Yes

Location of soap dispensers:

Sink

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

27 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

48 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

Route to bathroom is more accessible from the China room than from the kitchen.

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletRestroom off the Kitchen

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

No

Is the route of travel well-lit?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

tile and hardwood

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Yes

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

No

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

29 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

1 pounds

Handle type entering:

Knob

Handle type exiting:

Knob

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

38 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

Yes

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

No

If no, provide dimensions of free floor space in stall/toilet area:

34 inches x 85 inches

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

17 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

No

If no, provide dimensions of free space in sink area:

57 inches x 68 inches

Height of sink:

29 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

16 inches

Are faucet controls usable without grasping?

No

Location of soap dispensers:

Sink

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

29 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Sink

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

29 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

This is not a bathroom with stalls, it is just like a bathroom found in a house. The door to the bathroom does still swing outward.

USE: Elevator(s)Rear access

Is an elevator provided to access recreation areas on other floors?

No

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance to elevator?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

pavement

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):

36 inches

Elevator control panel height:

36 inches

Methods of communication for elevator controls: (check all that are present)

None

Elevator door width:

36 inches

Does elevator have a sensor that reopens the door or does door stay open at least 20 seconds?

N/A

Size (clear space) of elevator car:

48 inches x 60 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

N/A

Comments/additional information about the elevator:

outside elevator at rear entrance to access first floor of museum

USE: StairsStairs

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from the entrance to this area?

No

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

hardwood and carpet

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

0 %

Is lit

No

Has edge markings

No

Has handrail

Yes

1890 House Museum (The)
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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: Parking1890 House Museum (The)

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance (South East)

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Entrance

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletRestroom off the Kitchen

USE: Elevator(s)Rear access

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: Parking1890 House Museum (The)

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance (South East)

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletMain Entrance

USE: Public Restroom/ToiletRestroom off the Kitchen

USE: Elevator(s)Rear access

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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