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Navy Pier IMAX Theatre

 

Navy Pier IMAX Theatre

Located in the Family Pavilion at the west end of Navy Pier, the IMAX Theatre normally has several films to choose from, including one or more in 3D. Screenings begin at 10 am with the latest usually at 7:00-8:00 pm. Patrons with disabilities may call (312) 595-5999 for additional access information.

700 E. Grand Ave. (Cross Street: Navy Pier)
Chicago, Il 60611
Phone Number: (312) 595-5629
www.imax.com/chicago

Parking/Loading Zone

  • Nearest offsite public parking lot/garage
    • Navy Pier
    • West, Door 1
  • Note:
    • Designated accessible spaces are located near mall entrances.

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Features for People with Hearing Loss

  • Visual indicators in elevator
  • Strobe fire alarms in restrooms
  • Assistive listening system
    • One-ear receivers available at box office

<< Info Vision >>  

Features for People with Vision Loss

  • Orientation to theatre-on request
  • Height clearance at least 80"
  • Braille/Tactile Signage: elevator controls, hoistways, restrooms
  • Nearest grassy/dog relief area
    • Pier Walk

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Accessible Entrance

  • Level entry
  • Door has at least 32" clearance
  • Threshold less than 1/2" beveled
  • Easy grasp/lever handle or none

Performance Space

  • Fixed seating
  • Total Seats - 438
  • Wheelchair Spaces - 16
  • Location
    • 6 upstairs in rear
    • 10 downstairs
  • Companion Seats
    • Fixed and moveable, alongside
  • Notes:
    • Patrons using wheelchairs are normally seated upstairs where the viewing is the best
    • Personally escorted via elevator to their seats
    • Wheelchair seating can be reserved online.

Assistive Equipment for Guests with Physical Disabilities

  • Wheelchair
  • Note:
    • Available at Navy Pier entrance near the IMAX Theatre

Interior Access

  • Corridor/path of travel at least 36" wide
  • Ramps provide access to lower level seating, gentle slope, 1 handrail

Elevator

  • Door clearance at least 36"
  • Car size at least 54" x 80" with centered door or 54" x 68" with side door
  • Elevator controls 54" or less
  • Note:
    • Navy Pier elevator

Accessible Facilities/Amenities

  • Public Phone-54" max. to top control for side approach
  • Drinking Fountain
  • ATM
  • Ticket counter not lowered

Accessible Bar / Snack Bar

  • Counter service only
  • Counter not lowered

<< Vision Restroom >>  

Accessible Public Restroom

  • Men's and Women's
  • Access symbol identifies facility
  • Entry door at least 32" clearance
  • Threshold less than 1/2" beveled
  • Space in restroom to maneuver-5' by 5' or T-shaped space to turn
  • Wheelchair stall 60" by 58"/60" minimum
  • Stall door at least 32" clearance
  • Stall door swings out
  • Grab bar behind and alongside toilet
  • Lateral transfer space at least 30" wide
  • Toilet height 17" to 19"
  • Roll under sink with knee clearance at least 27" high and 30" wide
  • Mirror 40" or less from floor or tilted
  • Faucet controls automatic or lever type
  • Easy grasp/lever handle or none
  • Location
    • Navy Pier mall, next to IMAX
  • Note:
    • Women's restroom has 2 wheelchair stalls

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