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Low-stimulus day

Come and experiment in peace and quiet on Sunday 28 June
Everyone deserves a fun day full of science and technology, even those who don’t like too much stimulation. 

So on Sunday 28 June (9.30 am — 5pm) we are organising low-stimulus days, complete with a low-stimulus show, demos and workshops. 

For practical reasons, our low-stimulus show, demo and workshops can only be given in Dutch.
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Fewer stimuli, more enjoyment

Stimulus-sensitive children and adults don’t feel safe in a place with too many stimuli. So we try to reduce the number of stimuli in as many ways as we can.

We allow no more than 375 visitors, and we minimise light and sound as much as possible. For instance, we switch off the public address system and (where possible) the screens. Furthermore, you can arrive and leave whenever you want.

Come and experiment

Our main exhibition remains one big open space. That means you get a lot of stimuli, but also more of an overview. Exhibits with lots of stimuli have a special sign.

As additional support on this day, we offer a modified visual roadmap and sensory guide and an stimulus basket with aids such as sunglasses, gloves, fidgets, etc.

Will you be eating at Technopolis?

You can find sandwiches, snacks, drinks, waffles, and ice cream in our Grab & Go. On low-stimulus Sunday, our restaurant Lumen is also open.

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Is it all getting too much?

We know the feeling. That’s why we have provided three low-stimulus relaxation rooms with books to read, weighted cuddly toys and more to help people catch their breath.

Our staff are also given training about autism and they keep an extra eye on things on low-stimulus day.

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Adapted demo and show (in Dutch)

Booking not required

In our exhibition space, you can attend the Rob‑e demo with headphones, and in the circus, you can admire the grand Doctor Elektro spectacle. In addition, you can solve puzzles and perform experiments at the demo cart throughout.

Finally, in our auditorium you can watch the low-stimulus version of Frankenstaal’s robot (NL), a show about all sorts of fascinating technologies (from age 9).

On the programme

11.00 am — 11.15 amDemo ​“Rob‑e”
11.30 am — 12.00 pmShow ​“Frankenstaal’s robot”
12.30 pm ‑12.45 pmHet grote doctor Elektro-spektakel
1.30 pm — 2.00 pmShow ​“Frankenstaal’s robot”

2.15 pm — 2.30 pm

Het grote doctor Elektro-spektakel

3.00 pm — 3.30 pm

Show ​“Frankenstaal’s robot”
3.45 pm — 4.00 pmHet grote doctor Elektro-spektakel


Workshops in small groups (in Dutch)

On our low-stimulus day, you can also take part in a workshop with a small group of 6 to 8 participants (excluding accompanying adults). Younger children can also take part if a parent, uncle, aunt, etc. lends a hand.

Thirty-minute time slots between 1 pm and 4:50 pm
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10+
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Super slime workshop (NL)

For this popular workshop, it is best to put on a lab coat and gloves. Go through all the steps ​“neatly” and when you’re done, take your slimy creation home.

Between 10.50 am and 4.50 pm. 30-minute time slots with reservation on site.
8+

"Vleugels van papier" workshop (NL)

How good are you at making a double-ring kite, helicopter or hang glider out of paper? Follow the instructions and try out the result for speed, accuracy and time up in the air. At the end of the workshop, you’ll receive a stamp on your flying machine to show that you’re a first-class maker and pilot.

Between 11.50 am and 4.50 pm. 30-minute time slots with reservation on site.
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Why a low-stimulus day?

Because everyone has the right to a chance to find out how much fun science and technology are, including children and adults who have difficulty processing stimuli. During the low-stimulus day, we do our best to create an environment where everyone can feel safe.

Who can take part?

Everyone who needs a low-stimulus environment to be able to enjoy an outing to Technopolis and one or more companions.

Get your tickets on time

We deliberately limit visitor numbers. To be sure that there is still room, it is best to buy your tickets online now. Accompanying adults need a ticket as well.

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Low-stimulus, not no-stimulus

We can’t prevent enthusiastic visitors creating extra stimuli. But we do our best by keeping an eye on things.

Right to free admission?

Or do you have an annual pass? If so, add a ​‘free ticket’ to your order via the ticket module. People with disabilities are entitled to a reduced admission fee on presentation of their European Disability Card. In addition, we give free admission to one accompanying adult per person with a disability.

We learn too

If you have any ideas or tips for our low-stimulus days, feel free to let Marian Michielsen know at marian.​michielsen@​technopolis.​be. Be sure to fill in the survey afterwards.

Accessibility and facilities

What facilities can you count on during your visit? Filter by impairment and get all the information you need to prepare your outing at a glance. In addition, you can explore Technopolis virtually.

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About processing stimuli

A lot of stimuli have to be processed in our daily lives. They are often experienced as normal. But if the brain is unable to process these stimuli simultaneously, information processing problems arise. This can lead to all sorts of issues, such as difficulty concentrating, anxiety or over-stimulation.

People with non-congenital brain damage and those with ASD often benefit from low-stimulus environments. People with ADHD or epilepsy, or those recovering from a brain haemorrhage, burn-out, concussion or a stroke have more difficulty processing stimuli as well.

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