The Museum of disABILITY History offers educational outreach programs to schools, universities, and the general public--in an effort to create awareness and a platform for dialogue and discovery.
An educational puppet troupe that travels to elementary schools across Western New York promoting disability awareness and the acceptance of differences. The program is internationally-acclaimed and the troupe sponsored by the Museum of disABILITY History is one of over 1,700 troupes worldwide! Find out more at http://www.kidsontheblockwny.org/.
In accordance with New York State's "Dignity for all Students Act," all schools are now required to take action to prevent discrimination and harassment of all students, report any bullying incidents, and enforce consequences for bullying behavior. The kNOw Bullying program incorporates a skit presented by the "Kids on the Block" puppeteers in addition to a group discussion and presentation providing students with examples of what constitutes bullying, suggestions for how to become a "Stand-Byer" as opposed to a Bystander, and how to protect themselves from becoming a victim of bullying. This program also includes hand-outs for teachers/parents/students to use as resources following the presentation.
The Museum of disABILITY History also offers traveling exhibits, a docent program, and guided tours. Traveling exhibits are available to rent at a rate of $100 per week + insured shipping. Guided tours are available for $25. For more information, please contact our museum at (716)-629-3626.
A detailed list of our Traveling Exhibits can be found here: http://museumofdisability.org/exhibits/traveling-exhibits/