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A thumbnail of the wall that curves behind the water pump in the Helen Keller exhibit area. Also there is a large seven or eight foot high black and white historical photo of the water pump in the yard in front of the office. And a smaller black and white image of Anne Sullivan and Helen, who has a doll sitting on her lap. To the right of these images is a sign that poses the question:

Finding Helen Keller’s Water Pump: An Ongoing Investigation

As APH continues to design exhibits for The Dot Experience, we are working to create the most accurate representations as...

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How APH’s Partnership with the DAISY Consortium Assisted with the Development of eBraille

When APH began looking for partners to help create eBraille, we searched for an organization that was also passionate about...

Mike May wears a suit as he speaks from a podium with the words

The Dot Experience Cast: Mike May

Mike May is an exceptional access warrior with extensive experience and knowledge regarding accessible navigation technology and a love for...

A group of students in yellow shirts jump and cheer with a teacher as they stand in the grass.

Adapted Physical Education: Partnering with the Blind and Visually Impaired Community

Finding a way to adapt to a sport and building a community with other athletes can be a challenge. Many...

A young boy reads with both hands on the Monarch's multiline refreshable braille display on a red table in a classroom.

Developing Reading and Spelling Skills on the Monarch

Literacy is one of the cornerstones of education. APH’s Monarch is overcoming obstacles to enhance reading and spelling skills for...

An APH employee speaks from behind a podium as a dramatic shadow, likely of a windowpane, can be seen on the wall behind him. To his left are five international flags. To his right, there is a white banner with the words

A Validation of the Work We’re Doing: An Insider’s Perspective on the ICEB Conference

May 30th marked the end of the Eighth General Assembly of the International Council on English Braille (ICEB) held in...

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...