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National Deaf Life Museum at Gallaudet University
Chapel Hall, 800 Florida Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States
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Mi
Review №1

I learned so much more about the founding of the University than Id ever heard before.

La
Review №2

Loved seeing this campus, seems more like a community

He
Review №3

Very nice and quiet space on a gorgeous campus and beautiful polychrome Victorian Gothic revival building. It is a nice place for quiet contemplation and stroll (after all it seems to have been designed by Fredrick Law Olmstead’s firm, designer of the Central Park). Not very many items are in the museum, basically an ephemeral collection and recount of events that shaped the school and its history, but its free.

Je
Review №4

Beautiful historic campus. Very informative museum open to the public.

Ma
Review №5

Ok. Accessible entrance is a bit out of the way but exists. Did not notice any baby changing stations in the womens bathroom. Student at the desk was friendly and helpful. We signed with the staff so not sure if there are always interpreters around for people who dont sign. We did see a tour group with a signing guide and an English speaking guide. The section on the first Deaf president of the school was really good. I hope the school invests some more in the museum to modernize it to help share the cool history of the school and showcase the schools current endeavors. If you are in the neighborhood check out the Starbucks nearby where all staff must sign ASL. Dont worry if you dont know ASL, you can order by pointing or writing.

Sp
Review №6

Was disappointed that the museum was closed despite online hours suggested it should be open. I didn’t think the day after 4th of July would be taken as a holiday. The people who run the museum, please list online if there are exceptions to your open hours! I was really looking forward to seeing this museum and traveled out of my way to visit it.I don’t want to leave a bad review, I’m sure it would have been a great museum had it been open. I just hope the people who run the website take note of listing special closed times online, especially in this situation where visitors can’t call to confirm hours.

Mi
Review №7

A friend of mine used to go here many years ago so we went back to visit again. Very unique and interesting exhibit.

Sp
Review №8

So much history about the deaf community is very enlightening and Id recommend this place to anyone.

An
Review №9

Outstanding, this is the place that the Lord has put together for my Son and many others like him.. A wonderful place

Ta
Review №10

Enjoyable! Had a good time there. It is a bit small and would be much better if administrators made it a higher priority than it is now. They do well with what they have tho :)

Ka
Review №11

Beautiful old buildings, such interesting history which you can visit for free and won’t take up more than a couple of hours.

Br
Review №12

Hiatory of deaf life is fascinating.

Ka
Review №13

Small private museum that gives the history and founding of Gallaudet. A must for those interest in deafness. Make sure you get a selfie of yourself with Gallaudet & Alice Cogswrll in from of Chapsl Hall statue by Daniel Chester French, who also did Lincoln’s statue for the Lincoln Memorial. There is an unproved story that Lincoln’ hands are signing the Letters “A” “L” for Abe Lincoln.

Ke
Review №14

Nice museum

Ch
Review №15

Great experience, great curator; could not have been more impressed with his professionalism and dedication.

Ch
Review №16

It does not have a variety of poc in the museum

Li
Review №17

Lots of history to learn about the deaf & hard of hearings culture.

Pa
Review №18

People are very nice

iF
Review №19

Good but small

Li
Review №20

Friendly place.

De
Review №21

Nice place

Je
Review №22

Champion

Ja
Review №23

Very nice University!

Jo
Review №24

Nice facility, friendly sports staff

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  • Address:Chapel Hall, 800 Florida Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, United States
  • Site:http://gallaudet.edu/museum.html
  • Phone:+1 202-250-2235
Categories
  • Museum
  • Tourist attraction
Working hours
  • Monday:Closed
  • Tuesday:10am–4pm
  • Wednesday:10am–4pm
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:10am–4pm
  • Sunday:10am–4pm
Highlights
  • Women-led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
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