| 29 Reasons to Read Buffalo State Hospital Book
Our latest publication, Buffalo State Hospital: A History in Light and Shadow, has garnered much attention from those interested in mental health. The full-color book includes historical facts, personal stories by former patients and employees, as well as neighbors. More than 100 stunning images from the shuttered institution by modern-archeological photographer Ian Ference are included.
This Leap Year, we are recognizing February’s 29 days with 29 reasons to read Buffalo State Hospital: A History of Light and Shadow. Click here to read the reasons, and discover the fascinating history within the book. To purchase your copy, visit the Museum of disABILITY History store at 3826 Main Street, Buffalo, or online at store.museumofdisability.org.
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| Capturing Grace Film Screening
It’s “a story about people who struggle to move. And people who move for a living.” That is the theme of Capturing Grace, a film about dancers with Parkinson’s disease who join forces with a famed modern dance company to stage a unique performance.
The Museum of disABILITY History Film and Speaker Series will feature Capturing Grace on Saturday, March 12, with two showings at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. A reception will take place between showings at 5 p.m., at the Museum of disABILITY History, 3826 Main Street, Buffalo.
The event is presented by the Museum of disABILITY History and Danceability. For free tickets, call 716.629.3626. Pre-registration required. Watch the movie trailer here or by clicking on the image. Donations accepted for the Museum of disABILITY History, Danceability and the National Parkinson Foundation WNY Chapter.
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| Save 10 Percent at our Store in March
In recognition of National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a 10 percent savings will be offered in our Museum of disABILITY History store throughout the month of March. Unique products handmade by individuals with disabilities from People Inc.’s Day Habilitation programs are available. Items include handcrafted wooden wine stoppers and pens, as well as painted wine glass sets. Other items include jewelry, DVDs and books. Click here for a coupon. Our store is open during the Museum of disABILITY History’s regular hours, Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 3826 Main Street, Buffalo.
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| Dr. Platt Skinner Traveling Exhibit
The Museum of disABILITY History’s newest traveling exhibit, Dr. Skinner: Disability Educator, Advocate and Abolitionist, will be on display until the end of March at the Niagara Falls Public Library, 1425 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY. The interpretive exhibit immerses visitors in the experiences of Dr. Platt Skinner’s struggle for abolition in Niagara Falls. To reserve the traveling exhibit, call 716.629.3626.
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In the Media
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| Quarterly Newsletter Available
Our latest quarterly newsletter is now available: Learn about our Down syndrome exhibit happening this May, tips on having a happy life, internship opportunities, events and more. To download the newsletter, click here.
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| Monthly E-publication for friends of the Museum of disABILITY History Produced by the People Inc. Marketing Communications Department Doug Farley, Director, Museum of disABILITY History The Museum of disABILITY History is a project of People Inc.
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