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.
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.
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.
So much history about the deaf community is very enlightening and Id recommend this place to anyone.
Outstanding, this is the place that the Lord has put together for my Son and many others like him.. A wonderful place
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 :)
Hiatory of deaf life is fascinating.
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.
Great experience, great curator; could not have been more impressed with his professionalism and dedication.
It does not have a variety of poc in the museum
Lots of history to learn about the deaf & hard of hearings culture.
People are very nice
Good but small
Friendly place.
Nice place
Champion
Very nice University!
Nice facility, friendly sports staff