The Marie and Eugene Callahan Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind features a rare collection of artifacts relating to the educational history of blind people and the history of APH . The Exhibits Exhibits include historic, tactile books, maps and globes, and an extensive collection of mechanical braille writers. Embossed books dating from the 1860s and historic braille printing machinery document the pioneering activities of the Printing House, which was founded in 1858. Hands-On Activities Visitors to the museum learn about Louis Braille and may write their names in braille, the tactile system he invented. Accessible Exhibits The Marie and Eugene Callahan Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind provides an experience that increases the visitor's understanding of how blind people achieve self-sufficiency.
Exhibits are accessible to hearing, mobility and visually impaired people.
The museum actively collects artifacts relating to the educational history of blind people. People who have objects that we might add to the collection are urged to contact Callahan Museum Curator, Carol Tobe. Gifts of artifacts are greatly appreciated. The Marie and Eugene Callahan Museum of the American Printing House for the Blind is supported in part by gifts from foundations, corporations and individuals. If you wish to contribute to the museum, please contact the APH Department of Development .