SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum opened early on Sunday with some new sensory-friendly exhibits. The exhibits were modified to provide an opportunity for people with a range of differing abilities to experience what these museums have to offer. How to keep your pets protected in the winter Trained staff and volunteers were on hand to answer any questions, and to be able to direct you to a quiet space that provides a chance to cool down and take a break. There was also sensory-friendly crafts for all ages available in the Cat`s Corner. For more information about future events at the Springfield Museums, visit their website here. Local News Headlines Springfield Museums offer sensory-friendly exhibits How to keep your pets protected in the winter Plane makes emergency landing at Orange Airport Amy Carnevale reelected as chair of Massachusetts Republican Party WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on WWLP.com.