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A section of a tactile graphic depicting the lifecycle of a butterfly shown on the Monarch’s 10-line by 32-cell refreshable braille display. The section of the tactile graphic specifically shows the transition from chrysalis to butterfly.

Unlocking a World of Scientific Discoveries with the Monarch

Science classes include a variety of graphics, which can be expensive and slow to produce. APH’s Monarch, is breaking down...

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The Dot Experience logo: the words “The Dot Experience” in bold black letters stacked, with the words “The” and “Dot” over the word “Experience.” The two lines of type are equal in length. “The” and “Experience” are the same size, but “Dot” is larger and more prominent than the other two words. To the right of the two lines of type is a braille cell made of six individually colored circles.

Introduction to The Dot Experience

APH’s vision since 1858 is an accessible world, with opportunity for everyone. APH empowers people who are blind or low...

A man wearing a black shirt with the APH logo on it speaks to a young woman, who is wearing dark sunglasses and holding a white tipped cane, as he leads her down a hallway with a large black and white mural of a child on their right and a plain wall lined with banners displaying the APH logo in APH branding colors between tall windows on their left. There are also tables pushed against the wall on the left, and the light coming in from the windows reflects off the blue and white tiled floor.

December Reflections and Transitions

Late December is always a great time for reflection. There have been a lot of big changes in the museum...

Two women sit on a sofa. At right, an older woman, Helen Keller, wearing a blue dress, has a child’s doll on her lap and seems to be accepting a wrapped present from the woman beside her. Helen has a big smile on her face and seems to be enjoying herself.

Helen Keller’s Christmas Cards

The Helen Keller Archive is filled with incredible artifacts that typically could not be found in most folks’ homes. There...

As Time Goes By

As everyone inside our building and anyone who passes by the exterior knows, APH is in the midst of a...

A young boy uses both of his hands to feel a tactile graphic of the butterfly featured in the Monarch logo on the Monarch’s 10 line by 32 cell refreshable braille display.

Monarch Field Testing is Complete: What Comes Next?

Friday, December 1st marked the completion of a six-week field test for the Monarch. While field testers and students spent...

APH Hive logo on a honeycomb pattern background with cartoon bees flying around it.

The APH Hive Has Something for Everyone!

In the ever-evolving landscape of education, accessibility, and continuous professional development, the APH Hive is a beacon for educators, families, and...