Hearing Loops in New York City
A hearing loop, also known as an audio induction loop or telecoil loop, is a special type of sound system designed to assist individuals with hearing aids or cochlear implants. It works on the principle of electromagnetic induction, transmitting sound directly to the telecoil inside these devices, eliminating background noise. Commonly found in public spaces like theaters and churches, it offers a clearer listening experience without the need for additional equipment. Luckily, there are a number of buildings and facilities in the NYC area with hearing loops installed. Search below to find a looped venue.
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Find a hearing loop in New York City
List of looped venues provided by the Hearing Loss Association of American (HLAA), New York City Chapter.
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Bronx Zoo
Additional Info
There are hearing loops at the Congo Gorilla Forest and, during feeding times, at the Sea Lion exhibit.
The New York Public Library, Bronx Library Center
Address
310 East Kingsbridge Road (at Briggs Avenue) Bronx, NY 10458
Phone Number
718-579-4244Additional Info
The Auditorium is equipped with an audio loop and the Welcome Desk has a
countertop audio loop.
Paley Center for Media (previously Museum of Television and Radio)
Address
25 West 52nd Street New York, NY 10019
Phone Number
212-621-6600Additional Info
Assistive listening devices are available at the Front Desk to be used in the screening rooms and in the theater. In addition, the Library has more than 1,000 television programs that are closed captioned.
New York Historical Society
Address
170 Central Park West at Richard Gilder Way (77th Street) New York, NY 10024
Phone Number
212-873-3400Website
New York Historical SocietyAdditional Info
Most exhibition audio and video including all media in the DiMenna Children’s History Museum is accessible to t-coil hearing aid users. T-coil compatible audio guides are available and are free with admission. Headsets and neckloops are also available. Please inquire at the admissions desk. The Robert H. Smith Auditorium is equipped with an infrared assistive listening system. A t-coil option and neck loops are also available. Please ask a staff person at the entrance to the auditorium. All New-York Historical Society exhibition films are open captioned.
Morgan Library and Museum
Address
225 Madison Avenue at 36th Street New York, NY 10016
Phone Number
212-685-0008Website
Morgan Library and MuseumAdditional Info
An audio guide highlighting the Morgan's history, architecture, and permanent collection is available free with museum admission. Neck loops for t-coil compatibility should be requested at the admissions desk and the audio guide must be requested separately at the opposite desk.
Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Met Cloisters Museum and Gardens
Address
99 Margaret Corbin Drive Fort Tryon Park New York, NY 10040
Phone Number
212-923-3700Additional Info
T-coil compatible audio guide players are free to visitors who are hard of hearing. They are equipped with volume control and are available with neck loops for hearing aids with t-coils or with headsets for those without t-coils.
Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum
Address
2 East 91st Street New York, NY 10128
Phone Number
212-849-2950Additional Info
Assistive listening devices (headsets and neckloops) are available at the admission desk for daily public tours. Real-time captioning is provided at many evening programs, please reach out to this number 212-849-2950 to confirm accommodations or to make an additional request.
