Accessibility guide
Planning a trip is always exciting, and traveling can bring wonderful experiences, but with people traveling with neurodiversity, physical limitations, or even small children, the unknown can easily become frustrating. This microsite aims to provide information on neuro and sensory-friendly activities along with a comprehensive digital guide to hotels, restaurants, and transportation to help plan for a pleasant and memorable visit to Chapel Hill and Orange County.
Between May and December of 2022, visits were made to each hotel, restaurant, café, coffee shop, and brewery in operation at the time, and data pertinent to visitors with physical limits were collected, such as where the nearest handicap parking is, how heavy entry doors are, what the seating is like, the type of service, specifics of the restroom accommodations and if there’s a diaper changing table.
Follow up visits to every listing were conducted between May 2022 and January 2023, so phone numbers and website addresses have been included to make it easy for you to check hours of operation and make reservations or ask questions.
Accessibility resources
Chapel Hill narrows digital accessibility gap
The bureau’s website designer, Simpleview, has partnered with AudioEye, a leader in automated web accessibility and remediation. AudioEye allows you to explore your accessibility options for color, contrast, font size, animation, images, navigation and much more. Look for and click on the AudioEye icon which appears as a person in a circle in the bottom right corner of our homepage
“Digital accessibility is an essential part of our industry,” said Laurie Paolicelli, Director of the Chapel Hill/Orange County Bureau. “Visitors come in all shapes and sizes, including those who have disabilities. 1.3 billion people globally live with some type of disability, yet 97% of the internet is inaccessible to people with disabilities. That’s a huge gap.”
Accessibility experiences
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Chapel Hill's accessible places welcome everyone to enjoy its vibrant community, ensuring inclusivity for all.
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Tickets are on sale now for the Blueberry Fest happening on July 20th 10 am - 5 pm. Buy here➡️ https://bit.ly/3zj4agX
Stop by Maple View Farm Ice Cream for a delicious treat. They've got all your favorite flavors and some unique ones you just have to try! Whether you’re a fan of classic vanilla or adventurous enough to build your own creation, they’ve got you covered.
Perfect for a family outing, a date, or just because you deserve something sweet. Stay cool, everyone! 🍦🌞
Open Noon til 9pm everyday!
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Be sure to visit the newly built Visitor Center (opened in August 2023 for the parks 50th Anniversary) located at the Fews Ford Access for engaging exhibits and a beautiful back deck overlooking the riverine environment. Open daily from 9 am - 5 pm with extended hours on Fridays during peak season.
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📷 Chamber President, Aaron Nelson with Dwight Bassett
📷Katie Bowden, Dwight Bassett and Sarah Potter from the Town of Chapel Hill
📷David Putnam (named the Town's next Economic Development Director) with OCNCGov Economic Development Director, Steve Brantley.
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We have a jam packed summer of festivals and events beginning this Friday
https://www.visitchapelhill.org/blog/post/top-summer-festivals-and-events-in-chapel-hill-and-orange-county-nc/
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Read about it ⤵
The Historical Legacy of Juneteenth - National Museum of African American History and Culture
https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth
Get full details here ➡️ https://icont.ac/4YU6Z
We are thrilled to introduce a cool (as in air conditioned) way to see Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s lively arts scene, brew pubs, eclectic shops, and university-driven energy.
Be a tourist in your own backyard. Save the dates: July 22, 23 & 24 from 1pm to 9 pm each day. Hop on / Hop off at select bus stops in Downtown Chapel Hill and Carrboro. It's free! Lots of downtown businesses are offering special deals and activities during those three days welcoming Manchester City and Celtic FC fans and locals to downtown. The European Soccer Match is July 23rd at Kenan Stadium.
The Welcome Center at 308 W. Franklin Street will also be open until 9 pm all three days!
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Take a look....⤵️
https://www.visitchapelhill.org/blog/post/ways-to-celebrate-juneteenth-in-orange-county-nc/
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Town of Carrboro, NC Town of Chapel Hill OCNCGov Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture
We love having one of her pieces in our Welcome Center - it's shown in this video.
Visit Hillsborough, NC
Saturday, June 15th at 7pm Tickets $30 (scroll down for link)
Rissi Palmer blends Country, R&B, and Southern Soul, creating a unique musical experience. Originally known for her work in Country Music, Rissi incorporates R&B influences into her genre, “Southern Soul.” Now residing in the Triangle area (Durham), her recently remastered 2019 album, “Revival,” was just placed on Rolling Stone’s list of The 25 Best Country Soul Albums.
Opening the evening is Stella Prince, a singer/songwriter from Woodstock, NY, now in Nashville. Stella’s music blends Americana, Folk, and Country, known for her evocative lyrics and haunting vocals. She has been praised in numerous radio interviews and publications.
Tickets: https://artscenterlive.org/rissi-palmer/
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💜 Creative Workshops
💜 Local Food & Drink
💜 Music
💜 Fun Experiences
💜 Relax, Reboot and Reconnect
🎟Tickets - follow @sunshinelavenderfarmnc for info
https://sunshinelavenderfarm.yapsody.com/
💜 Creative Workshops
💜 Local Food & Drink
💜 Music
💜 Fun Experiences
💜 Relax, Reboot and Reconnect
🎟Tickets https://sunshinelavenderfarm.yapsody.com/
#VisitNCFarms Visit NC Farms
June 1st, 10am - 2pm
RambleRill Farm
913 Arthur Minnis Rd, Hillsborough
Free admission
Visit NC Farms #VisitNCFarms #orangecountync
The Triangle Weekender has your itinerary ready to go!
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https://thetriangleweekender.com/a-weekend-in-orange-county-nc/
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Show your Pride with one of these posters! Free and available at our Welcome Center, 308 W. Franklin Street, downtown Chapel Hill.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm and Saturday 10 am - 3 pm
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Monday, May 27, 2024
8:45 am – 10:00 am
Guest Speaker Andréa Allard
Agenda:
Posting of Colors, Invocation, Pledge of Allegiance, Welcome, Special Recognitions: Gold Star Families, Branches of Military Service, Acknowledgments: Elected Officials, Dignitaries, Introduction of Guest Speaker, Memorial Day Address: Andréa Allard, Update on Memorial, Dedication of the Wreath, Laying of the Wreath, Taps, Refreshments served.
Orange County Veterans Memorial Site
2501 Homestead Road, Chapel Hill, NC
In case of rain: Southern Human Services Center or Seymour Center
Details: https://ocveteransmemorial.com/events/
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Events this week May 24 - 26:
Adult Night Market
TONIGHT, Friday @ The Baxter
JawsFest Market/506 Shows etc
Saturday @ 12pm-2am (all of Midway)
JawsFest Block Party/movie/shows/karaoke etc
Sunday @ 12pm-2am (all of Midway)
JawsFest Karaoke/1 Year Anniversary
Sunday Night @ The Baxter 9pm
*all of the Midway businesses will be rocking their own things too, so mosey on down, there’s plenty to do! Check out Local 506 for the weekend show lineup.
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#visitchapelhill #visitcarrboro #chapelhill
Established in 1983, NTTW is an annual tradition to celebrate the U.S. travel community and travel’s essential role in stimulating economic growth, it celebrates the industry’s critical role in powering our nation’s economy, communities, and connections.
In 2022, visitors to Orange County spent $236.29 million, resulting in a state and local tax savings of $110.36 / per resident.
We would like to thank everyone who attended our 3rd annual Open House and supporting the Bureau's efforts in creating a sustainable future for our communities through tourism.
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