The Hoover Historical Center welcomes all visitors and strives to provide an enjoyable and accessible museum experience. As a historic property, some areas have accessibility limitations; however, we offer accommodations to help visitors experience the history and exhibits of the museum.
- Parking: Designated handicap parking spaces are available near the museum.
- The Tannery: The Tannery exhibit is located at ground level and is wheelchair accessible. Bench seating is available inside.
- Historic Hoover Home: A wheelchair ramp provides access to the first floor of the historic home, where exhibits are wheelchair accessible. Seating is available upon request.
- Second Floor Exhibits: The second floor of the historic home is accessible only by stairs. For visitors unable to access this level, a recorded tour of the second-floor exhibits, with closed captioning, is available for viewing in an accessible area of the museum.
- Tactile & Interactive Elements: Visitors with visual impairments or visual limitations are invited to explore select historic objects and interactive displays throughout the tour to experience the collection through touch.
- Restrooms: Restrooms are available at the museum; however, due to the historic nature of the building and narrow doorways, they are not wheelchair accessible.
- Guided Tours: All museum visits are led by knowledgeable docents who guide visitors through the exhibits and share the history of the Hoover family and The Hoover Company.
Planning Your Visit
We encourage visitors with accessibility questions or specific accommodation needs to contact us before their visit. Our staff and volunteers will be happy to discuss available options to help make your experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Contact Us:
Phone: 330-490-7435
Email: hoover@walsh.edu