On April 15, 2021, Heinz History Center hosted a webinar designed to help genealogists, family members and others learn about researching records of formerly institutionalized Pennsylvanians. The … [Read more...] about “Researching Institutional Records” webinar and new book about Pennhurst provide insight into institutional era
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American Democracy exhibit at Heinz History Center includes disability rights
Don't miss the chance to explore the history of what it means to be an American citizen at the exhibit American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith, on exhibit at Heinz History Center through October … [Read more...] about American Democracy exhibit at Heinz History Center includes disability rights
HERL earns patent for enhanced mobility wheelchair
In February, researchers from the Human Engineering Research Laboratories (HERL) were granted a patent for an innovative new wheelchair. The Mobility Enhancement Robotic Wheelchair, or MEBot for … [Read more...] about HERL earns patent for enhanced mobility wheelchair
Remembering Dick Thornburgh and Stanley Holbrook
The Consortium remembers the life and legacy of two notable members of the Western Pennsylvania disability community who passed away at the end of 2020. Dick Thornburgh (July 16, 1932 - December … [Read more...] about Remembering Dick Thornburgh and Stanley Holbrook
Carnegie Mellon University Receives Grant to Study Autonomous Vehicles for People with Disabilities
Carnegie Mellon announced in January that it received a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to study the use of autonomous vehicles for people with disabilities. John Tague, … [Read more...] about Carnegie Mellon University Receives Grant to Study Autonomous Vehicles for People with Disabilities
Mary Hartley Accepts Interim Executive Director Role with PEAL Center
The Consortium congratulates past project director Mary Hartley on her new position. In February, she transitioned to the position of Parent Education & Advocacy Leadership (PEAL) Center Interim … [Read more...] about Mary Hartley Accepts Interim Executive Director Role with PEAL Center
Heinz History Center Hosts American Democracy Exhibit
On March 13, 2021, the Heinz History Center opened the exhibit American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith. Developed in partnership with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History and the … [Read more...] about Heinz History Center Hosts American Democracy Exhibit
Save the Date for Heinz History Center’s New Virtual Program
Join the Heinz History Center, on Thursday, April 15, 2021, from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm via Zoom as they invite scholars and archivists to discuss the strengths and limitations of historical records from … [Read more...] about Save the Date for Heinz History Center’s New Virtual Program
Bob Nelkin Remembers Tom Gilhool
Bob Nelkin, retired CEO of United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania, has penned an open letter to present-day disability rights activists about the legacy of Tom Gilhool. It's a powerful retelling of … [Read more...] about Bob Nelkin Remembers Tom Gilhool
Institute on Disabilities at Temple University Wins Grant to Tell Stories of Institutionalization
The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University was awarded a $350,000 grant from the Pew Center of Arts & Heritage for a community-based storytelling project. "Reclaiming our Past, … [Read more...] about Institute on Disabilities at Temple University Wins Grant to Tell Stories of Institutionalization
