Accessibility at 2025 SEGD Xlab Offsite Chicago

We are committed to ensuring the SEGD Xlab Offsite Chicago event is designed to be inclusive and accessible for all attendees. Below is detailed information regarding accessibility features, accommodations, and how to request specific services.

To submit any accommodation requests, please contact Rachel Moran at rachel@segd.org.

The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center + Roundhouse 

The venue agrees to use good faith efforts to ensure that the venue complies in all material respects with the applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Participants shall identify in advance to SEGD who will relay to the venue any special needs of its attendees with a disability requiring accommodation by the venue.

Transit

The DuSable Museum – Roundhouse is located at 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago, IL 60637. There is a small parking lot at the museum as well as street parking. Rideshare is a recommended mode of transportation. If you have access needs, would like to request an accommodation, or want to share feedback on accessibility, please contact: Esther Fillmore; efillmore@dusablemuseum.org

American Sign Language (ASL)

We currently do not provide ASL interpretation services; however, they can be arranged upon request. If you need an interpreter for sessions or networking events, please contact us at least one week prior to the conference to ensure your needs are accommodated.

Captioning

Captioning will not be available for this event. 

Sensory-Friendly Accommodations

A quiet, sensory-friendly room will be available for attendees who need a space to recharge. Access to this location can be arranged at the SEGD Xlab registration desk upon request.

Tours and Mobility

Transportation to and from each tour is on your own. 

  • Brick by Chicago and Wild Axel Urban Foraging are walking tours around the city. 
  • The Art Institute of Chicago – Please visit the institute’s accessibility page. 
  • Design Museum of Chicago – Please visit the museum’s accessibility page.
  • United HQ – Please visit the Willis Tower’s accessibility page.

Please contact Rachel Moran at rachel@segd.org, with any further questions.

Social Networking Mixer

The opening mixer on Wednesday, September 17 is at Experimental Station at 6100 S. Blackstone Ave. Chicago, IL 60637. The first level is ADA compliant. The second level can only be accessed by stairs. Transportation to and from the venue is on your own and can be accessed by car. Street parking is available.

The closing party on Thursday, September 18 is located at the DuSable Museum – Roundhouse. The Roundhouse is ADA accessible. 

Covid-19 Information

Masking is welcome but not required at the SEGD Xlab Offsite Chicago. If you have any symptoms or if you should be isolated, please do not attend the event. 

For any additional needs or accommodations, please contact Rachel Moran at rachel@segd.org.