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Its beginnings
It all started during a family vacation when Morgan Hartman thought it would be fun to splash and play with other kids in a hotel swimming pool. But much to Morgan’s dismay, they took their beach ball and vanished. Observing the painful look on Morgan’s face, her parents, Gordon and Maggie Hartman, resolved then and there to create a fun, colorful, barrier-free environment where those with and without special needs could come together to have fun and better understand each other. In 2010, Morgan’s Wonderland became the world’s first Ultra-Accessible™, fully-inclusive theme park. Morgan’s boundless love and ability to soar above her physical and cognitive challenges were the true inspiration for Morgan’s Wonderland.
What makes Morgan’s Wonderland unique compared to other theme parks?
Every day we work to provide an extraordinary place where smiles and laughter lead to wonderful memories with family members, friends, and caregivers. Although we designed our park with everyone in mind, our efforts to provide necessary accommodations for individuals with special needs and disabilities are what makes us unique. Morgan’s Wonderland is the one and only Ultra-Accessible™ theme park where everyone can play, regardless of age and ability.
Is Morgan’s Wonderland only for people with disabilities?
Morgan’s Wonderland is the first theme park where everyone can play, regardless of age or ability. We offer 25 Ultra-Accessible™ attractions, sprawled across a 25-acre oasis of inclusion. From cruising through outer space at the 4D Magic Cinema to soaring across the skies in a 130-foot zipline, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy!
What is the admission fee?
Morgan’s Wonderland offers several options to help guests plan the best visit to both of our one-of-a-kind Ultra-Accessible™, fully-inclusive parks. This includes single and dual park admission day tickets, season passes, and special offers—not to mention, free admission for any individual with special needs or disabilities.
What rides and activities can visitors look forward to experiencing during their visit?
Morgan’s Wonderland offers something for everyone! Our park is truly one-of-a-kind and has become one of San Antonio’s well-known attractions. Morgan’s Wonderland has more than 25 Ultra-Accessible™ accessible rides, playscapes, and interactive elements that the whole family will enjoy. In 2024, four new rides were added to our list of attractions which include: Jette’s Wonder Bikes, the 4D Magic Cinema Experience – Mars Coaster, Pirate Island Cruises, and Rocket’s Sky Flight Adventure zipline!
What resources and support services does Morgan’s Wonderland offer to its visitors?
Morgan’s Wonderland offers several resources and support services to ensure every visitor feels included. This includes but is not limited to: Free admission for individuals with special needs and disabilities, stroller rentals, Ultra-Accessible™ rides and attractions, Joy’s Access Pass, and much more!
Apart from visiting the park, what other ways can readers support Morgan’s Wonderland?
Every day, Morgan’s Wonderland seeks to improve the quality of life for individuals of all ages and all abilities. We do this through programs, projects, and resources that produce fully-inclusive, Ultra-Accessible™ experiences. With gifts from generous organizations, businesses, and individuals, we can further increase the growth of all Morgan’s entities and help expand their shared mission of inclusion. This includes sponsorships, facility rentals, event hosting, attendance at our annual celebrations, or simply buying tickets to our park!
What’s next for Morgan’s Wonderland?
After a $6.5 million renovation, Morgans Wonderland has just reopened its doors with new branding and new Ultra-Accessible™ rides. In 2025, we look forward to welcoming a new member to our Ultra-Accessible™ attractions called The Happy Swings.
Morgan’s Wonderland is just one part of the larger Morgan’s organization. Can you share more about Morgan’s as a whole and the other experiences or services it provides?
The phenomenal success of Morgan’s Wonderland encouraged the innovation of additional works of inclusion. With over 150 million dollars in assets, 150+ acres of land, and over 300 employees, Morgan’s serves as the umbrella organization that oversees and supports five Ultra-Accessible™, fully-inclusive entities. This includes our award-winning Morgan’s Inspiration Island splash park, Morgan’s Sports, Morgan’s Camp, and Morgan’s MAC (Multi-Assistance Center).
Morgan’s stated mission is “to improve the quality of life for individuals of all ages and all abilities through initiatives that produce fully-inclusive, Ultra-Accessible™ experiences.” We see ourselves as a hub of inclusion and accessibility whose values are to empower, include, educate, and innovate the world around us to bridge the gap between all abilities.