EVER WONDER… how hearing works or what causes deafness? … what it would be like to be deaf? … how individuals who are deaf communicate with family and friends? … or what kind of technology is available for people who are deaf and hard of hearing?

You can find answers to these questions and more at the Museum on Deafness at ICODA, the first permanent exhibit on deafness and hearing loss in the United States.
The 90 minutes “Museum in the Round” experience incorporates an Exhibit Hall and a Project  Studio presented in both American Sign Language and   spoken English.
During this two-part tour visitors will learn about the  science of deafness, how  individuals adapt to hearing loss and what makes Deaf Culture unique… All in a fun & educational atmosphere!

Museum in the Round
Seated in the center of the MUSEUM’S EXHIBIT HALL visitors will be guided through the surrounding nine displays about science,   adaptation and culture.  Guests will:
*Explore the mechanics of hearing,
*Check out the evolution of hearing technology,
*Learn American Sign Language,
*Discover a distinctive art movement, Deaf View Image Arts (De’VIA),
*and MUCH more!

Student’s will also meet our mascot, “Spot-a-kiss”, a Deaf Dalmatian.  Spot helps to educate students about Deaf Culture and the idea that “anything is possible!” as long as you believe in yourself.

In the PROJECT STUDIO, visitors will put in action what they learned in the  Exhibit Hall as they are guided through fun, problem-solving activities.

Students will work together to try and communicate their thoughts & feelings without making a sound!

Interested in booking a Field Trip to the Museum on Deafness or want more information?