Spanning roughly a mile long, the Disability Justice Through the Ages Jane’s Walk takes New Yorkers on a journey through pivotal places in the disability rights movement. The walk features two historic locations (The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary & Gallaudet House for Aged and Infirm Deaf Mutes) and two modern locations (Union Street Greenmarket & 14th Street Transportation Complex Upgrades), allowing participants to see the evolution of fighting for disability rights to working towards mobility justice in the city. This walk will not only showcase important New York City historical sites crucial to the beginnings of the disability rights movement, but also highlight modern improvements to increasing accessibility for New Yorkers with diverse abilities.
American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be available at both occurrences of this walk on May 1 and May 2. Please contact us in advance at events@mas.org.
Accessibility
The walk in total is one mile from the starting point to the ending point. Given the focus on accessibility, a relatively short, straightforward route without inaccessible pathways was chosen to ensure that all participants feel comfortable with a manageable walk. The walk will be done at a slower pace with the opportunity to explore each area. The starting point is near accessible public transit options, and the ending point also has a wheelchair accessible entrance, restroom, & seating.
Location Information
RSVP is required and capacity is limited. Meeting location, ending location, and directions will be provided via email before walk date.
guided
Friday, May 1, 20261:00 PM
1 hour
Borough: Manhattan
Theme: Advocacy, History & Culture
Language: English
