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Autism-Friendly Things to Do in Rockville & Montgomery County, Maryland

Autism-friendly outings for Montgomery County families — local sensory gyms and hands-on spaces, plus the fully sensory-certified venues within reach in Baltimore and Washington, DC.

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We Rock the Spectrum Gaithersburg

Sensory gym

Indoor sensory gym in Gaithersburg designed for children of all abilities, with specialized sensory play equipment like swings, a zip line, and a crash pit.

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KID Museum

Children's museum / makerspace

Hands-on maker-learning museum in Bethesda. Engaging but a high-sensory environment with only a few low-sensory break areas; not a certified sensory-inclusive venue, so plan for breaks.

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Montgomery County Therapeutic Recreation

County recreation program

Montgomery County's Therapeutic Recreation and Inclusion Services, offering sensory-friendly social events, adapted programs, and inclusive activities for people with disabilities.

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