Parking, accessibility, and related info for the Academy of Music

Parking

There is no onsite parking at the Academy of Music. A map of public parking lots in downtown Northampton is provided on the Academy’s website and can be viewed by clicking here and scrolling down to the Parking heading. 

Handicap parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis at public spaces on the streets surrounding the theater, as well as in the municipal parking lots nearby.

There is a ramp up to the theater in front of the building, to the left of the main doors (bordering Pulaski Park).

Dropping off elderly or infirm patrons:

For patrons arriving with one or more individuals who would prefer to minimize walking, we strongly suggest pulling up right in front of the theater and dropping off your companions, who can proceed inside and be seated (Don’t forget to give them their ticket!) The driver can then park the car at one of the designated lots and return to the theater.

If you choose not to drop off anyone before parking but still want something relatively close by, there is street parking on New South Street, which runs right next to the Academy. Alternatively, the Masonic Street lot is a good bet, since it requires negotiating only one flat crosswalk to reach the Academy. Thus, it is easier for folks who can't walk far, as opposed to the Roundhouse lot, which has ramp access up to the theater but would be a longer and more strenuous, uphill hike.

Seating

ADA-accessible seating is located on the Orchestra level, as marked on Academy’s seating chart page here.

All Loge and Upper Balcony seating require taking stairs. The historic 1891 Academy building does not have an elevator.

Spaces marked with wheelchair symbols on the seating chart are platforms designed to accommodate wheelchairs. They are reserved solely for ADA seating (available online, in person, or by phone) until the rest of the auditorium is sold out, at which point they may become available for general sale. Please note that when those spaces are made available for general sale, seating is in folding chairs.

Bathrooms

Bathrooms at the Academy can be somewhat of a challenge for those with movement difficulties. The main bathroom area can be accessed by stairs leading down to the lower level on the House Right side of the lobby (i.e., right if you’re facing the stage).

There is an accessible restroom on the main floor on the House Left side of the lobby (off of the salon), but the Academy asks that it be used only by those with a physical disability.

Please contact the Academy’s box office at any time with questions or to alert the theater to your accessibility needs: boxoffice@aomtheatre.com or 413-584-9032, extension 1.

Box office hours are Tuesday-Friday 3pm-6pm and one hour before each ticketed performance.