It’s been 35 years since the U.S. government enacted the Americans with Disabilities Act[External] (ADA), and Marin County is celebrating the milestone with three collaborative exhibitions throughout July.
Signed into law in 1990, the ADA marked a landmark civil rights milestone, prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities and ensuring equal access in all areas of public life. In celebration of Disability Pride Month and the ADA’s anniversary, the Marin Cultural Association[External] (MCA) and the Marin County Free Library (MCFL) are showcasing distinct perspectives on disability history, identity, and advocacy, honoring the progress of the past 35 years while highlighting the ongoing pursuit of inclusion and equity.
Disability History Exhibit
The Disability History Exhibit, created by Advocating Change Together (ACT), is a digital collage that traces 3,000 years of seldom-told history. Through a powerful illustrated timeline, the exhibit explores how societal attitudes toward people with disabilities have evolved across cultures and centuries.
With the help of Portland Community College (PCC) Disability Services, in partnership with the Oregon Association of Higher Education and the Disability Multimedia Program, these captioned videos[External] feature the voices of PCC students, bringing their stories to life through engaging digital storytelling.
Sound Advice Exhibit – MCFL 10-Branch Exhibit
At the same time, MCFL will feature “Sound Advice,” a 10-branch exhibit highlighting the lived experiences of individuals with hearing loss. Curated and photographed by artist and advocate Nancy Rubin, the project centers on the voices and insights of participants aged 6 to 95…