The museum is reopening exclusively to museum members on Thursday, June 11, and Friday, June 12, from 10AM to 5PM and to the public on Saturday, June 13, with regular operating hours.
Museum changes include reduced occupancy, heightened cleaning and disinfecting efforts, face covering and social distancing requirements, as well as visitor and employee health screenings. Visitors are encouraged to review all health and safety precautions prior to their visit on the museum web page devoted to COVID-19 updates.
Visitors can also expect new ways to connect with the museum’s collection including themed self-guided tours, private family art workshops and an interactive family activity guide.
The James Museum’s health and safety precautions include:
- The James Museum has ample space to allow for social distancing with over 26,000 square feet of public space. To ensure more than 6 feet of distance for every guest, the museum will operate at a maximum of 25% occupancy.
- Visitors and staff will be required to wear face coverings while inside the museum. The museum recommends that children ages 2 to 12 wear face coverings and does not require face coverings for children under the age of 2.
- Visitors and staff will be required to complete a temperature check as well as agree to terms and conditions upon entering the museum.
- In accordance with the CDC and OSHA, the museum has adopted a continuous cleaning schedule. All commonly touched surfaces will be disinfected throughout the day.
For a full list of the museum’s health and safety precautions, please visit thejamesmuseum.org.