What is the Disability History Exhibit?

In Spring 2015, ORAHEAD purchased a copy of the Disability History Exhibit created and printed by Advocating Change Together (ACT). From the ACT website:

The Disability History Exhibit is a 22-panel collage that traces 3000 years of seldom-told history. From antiquity to the present, the exhibit brings viewers through an illustrated timeline that shows society’s attitudes and how they affect the lives of people with disabilities. Viewers experience powerful feelings as they notice similarities between ancient practices and modern stereotypes. The exhibit is accessible at many levels, striking a balance between easily grasped information and a comprehensive history viewed from multiple angles.
— www.selfadvocacy.org

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How Can I Access an Accessible Version?

HTML Version

Accessible, electronic versions of each panel were crafted by University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) Disability Support Services staff. Please refer to their published guide on how to use the HTML version for more detail.

Multimedia Version

Accessible video versions of each panel were created by Portland Community College (PCC) Disability Services in partnership with our Multimedia Program. The videos feature the voices of PCC students and are all captioned.