SENSORY ACCOMMODATIONS
Archie’s Sensory Program is collaborative program developed on behalf of the Misericordia University Occupational Therapy Department and Mohegan Arena.
Archie’s Sensory Program, named for the beloved Misericordia University mascot, consists of a three-tiered, sensory services program consisting of Archie’s Sensory Stories, Archie’s Sensory Library and Archie’s Den.
Click below to learn more about these services.
What is Archie's Sensory Program?
The ASM Global managed Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre Township has partnered with the Occupational Therapy Department at Misericordia University in Dallas, PA to develop a three-tiered sensory accommodations program entitled "Archie's Sensory Program".
Archie’s Sensory Program, named for the beloved Misericordia University mascot, consists of a three-tiered, sensory services program consisting of Archie’s Sensory Stories, Archie’s Sensory Library and Archie’s Den.
Archie's Sensory Stories
Archie’s Sensory Stories, produced by Peyton Breinich and Mike Gombita, provides guests with a downloadable video guide to help provide guests with sensory challenges an advance look at the arena and what to expect on their journey to and once inside the facility for an event.
Click to view the video for Caregivers
Click to view the video for guests with sensory needs
Archie's Sensory Library
Archie’s Sensory Library is a sensory services accommodations center located adjacent to the Guest Relations Booth behind section 110. Archie’s Sensory Library includes sensory items that can be loaned to guests at events such as fidget toys, adult and youth noise cancelling headphones, sunglasses, and wiggle cushions.
*Note: some items may not be available for select events
Archie's Den
Archie’s Den is located on the venue’s suite level, away from the performance space and hockey rink. The room is aesthetically calming, with muted colors, dimmed lighting, LED light-up bubble wall water fixtures, stepping stones, sensory chairs, wall art and floor tiles. Children must be accompanied by an adult when using the room. Guests can obtain a sensory pass to utilize Archie’s Den for free at Mohegan Arena’s Guest Relations Booth located behind section 110 on the venue concourse.
Click to take a video tour
Archie’s Sensory Program is designed for individuals with sensory challenges to have opportunities to enjoy the show at the arena. This is not individualized sensory treatment and tiers of the program should be utilized at the person’s own discretion and liability. Misericordia University Occupational Therapy Program, ASM Global, Luzerne County Convention Center Authority, and Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza are not liable for any injury or misuse of equipment that a participant may engage in. All participants should be directly monitored by a family member/care giver while using any equipment or engaging in any activities in Archie’s Sensory Program.