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Museum of Disability History
About The museum
Welcome to the Museum of Disability History
A one-of-a-kind cultural institution bringing together art and artifacts that present the history, way of life, and identity of a vibrant disability community; a place where visitors of all ages can learn and reflect. Its collection inspires and creates lasting mental memories for all who experience it.
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Featured Collection Pieces
BRAILLE TYPEWRITER
The Hall Braille Typewriter, invented in 1892 by Frank Haven Hall, revolutionized Braille writing for blind people. Before its invention, Braille was written with a slate and stylus, a slow and labor-intensive process. Hall’s machine resembled a typewriter and allowed...
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INVACAR, designed by Oscar Bertram Greees
Original design from 1946 The Invacar—a single-seat, three-wheeled vehicle promoted by Oscar Greeves and adopted by the British government as a mobility aid from 1948 to 1977—offers a compelling lens into the participation of disabled individuals in society. Granted...
read more
THE WHEELS OF JUSTICE AND THE CAPITOL CRAWL
Video by Linda Litowsky 1990 Courtesy of the author/ADAPT Museum On March 12, 1990, over 60 disabled activists left their wheelchairs and mobility aids and began crawling up the steps of the U.S. Capitol. This performative protest, known as the Capitol Crawl, offered...
read more
Never Stop Learning
Adults
$10
Youth (ages 5 to 17)
$7
Individuals with disabilities
$7
Youth (under 5 years of age)
Free
College students (with valid ID)
$7
Seniors (over 60 with valid ID)
$7
Veterans, Active and Retired First Responders (with valid ID)
$7
Members
Free
Personal care assistants supporting disabled visitors
Free
Tickets/ Pricing
Pricing for Admission (Self-Guided Visit)
Purchase Tickets
Opening Hours
Sunday
Open third Sunday of the month from 10 am to 4 pm
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10 am to 5 pm
Wednesday
10 am to 7 pm
Thursday
10 am to 5 pm
Friday
Closed*
Saturday
Open first Saturday of the month from 10 am to 4 pm
*School/Group visits may be scheduled in advance for Fridays
Closed on Public Holidays
Interested in Learning More?
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Address:
201 I U Willets Road Albertson, NY 11507
Phone
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516.465.3722
Email
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MDHinfo@viscardicenter.org
About Us
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Digital Guide
Accessibility Statement
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516.465.3722
MDHinfo@viscardicenter.org
NOW OPEN
Museum of Disability History
About The museum
Welcome to the Museum of Disability History
A one-of-a-kind cultural institution bringing together art and artifacts that present the history, way of life, and identity of a vibrant disability community; a place where visitors of all ages can learn and reflect. Its collection inspires and creates lasting mental memories for all who experience it.
7
Featured Collection Pieces
BRAILLE TYPEWRITER
The Hall Braille Typewriter, invented in 1892 by Frank Haven Hall, revolutionized Braille writing for blind people. Before its invention, Braille was written with a slate and stylus, a slow and labor-intensive process. Hall’s machine resembled a typewriter and allowed...
read more
INVACAR, designed by Oscar Bertram Greees
Original design from 1946 The Invacar—a single-seat, three-wheeled vehicle promoted by Oscar Greeves and adopted by the British government as a mobility aid from 1948 to 1977—offers a compelling lens into the participation of disabled individuals in society. Granted...
read more
THE WHEELS OF JUSTICE AND THE CAPITOL CRAWL
Video by Linda Litowsky 1990 Courtesy of the author/ADAPT Museum On March 12, 1990, over 60 disabled activists left their wheelchairs and mobility aids and began crawling up the steps of the U.S. Capitol. This performative protest, known as the Capitol Crawl, offered...
read more
Never Stop Learning
Adults
$10
Youth (ages 5 to 17)
$7
Individuals with disabilities
$7
Youth (under 5 years of age)
Free
College students (with valid ID)
$7
Seniors (over 60 with valid ID)
$7
Veterans, Active and Retired First Responders (with valid ID)
$7
Members
Free
Personal care assistants supporting disabled visitors
Free
Tickets/ Pricing
Pricing for Admission (Self-Guided Visit)
Purchase Tickets
Opening Hours
Sunday
Open third Sunday of the month from 10 am to 4 pm
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10 am to 5 pm
Wednesday
10 am to 7 pm
Thursday
10 am to 5 pm
Friday
Closed*
Saturday
Open first Saturday of the month from 10 am to 4 pm
*School/Group visits may be scheduled in advance for Fridays
Closed on Public Holidays
Interested in Learning More?
Complete and submit this form to receive more information about the Museum of Disability History and its program offerings.
Fields with asterisks (*) are required.
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Museum of Disability History at The Viscardi Center
Address:
201 I U Willets Road Albertson, NY 11507
Phone
:
516.465.3722
:
MDHinfo@viscardicenter.org
About Us
Visit
Join
Donate
Digital Guide
Accessibility Statement
|
Privacy Statement
© 2025 The Viscardi Center. All rights reserved.