Islands of Peace park area is legacy of disabled veteran’s efforts
A Mississippi River park area between Fridley and Brooklyn Center is not only one of the Twin Cities region’s first […]
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First Americans with Disabilities Act passage celebrations remembered
When the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became federal law in 1990, Minnesotans with disabilities and their allies joined into […]
Camps for disabled children pitched their tents a century ago
Roll up a sleeping bag, pack a knapsack and get ready for summer camp. Minnesota children with disabilities aren’t left […]
Adventures await with the ADA
Accessible adventures is the theme of Minnesota’s 32nd celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The free, 90-minute virtual […]
A century ago, two Minneapolis schools served students with vision loss
A century ago, Minnesota’s schools offered few if any options for disabled children. Many youngsters had to leave their families […]
History Note – April 2022
History of inclusive community living is reviewed The notion of people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities living inclusively in their […]
History Note – March 2022
Oak Grove’s contributions to education, training are remembered Seventy years’ service is being celebrated in 2022 by LIFE Mower County. […]
History Note
Great Depression put a strain on the state’s institutions The Great Depression, which lasted from 1929 to 1939, is considered […]
History Note
Innovative musician encouraged children to share musical talent Many schools in the past hosted Christmas or holiday-themed concerts at this […]
History Note
Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities celebrates gains Minnesotans with developmental disabilities in October celebrated the 50-year anniversary of the […]
History Note: Disabled American Veterans have provided service for 100 years
We grow great by dreams…. Some of us let these great dreams die, but others nourish and protect them; nurse […]
History Note: Rise looks back at its early years, key people
One of the many Minnesota disability service organizations celebrating a 50-year anniversary in 2021 is Rise. Incorporated in 1971, Rise […]
History Note: All’s ‘fair’ when it comes to disease control
The Minnesota State Fair has been canceled six times during its long history, twice due to disabling or deadly illnesses. […]
History Note: Fifty years of innovation reflected in Accord’s history
The disability service provider Accord celebrates 50 years’ operations in 2021. Here’s a look back at some past accomplishments. In […]
History Note: Innovative service provider Lifetrack founded to meet unique needs
The July 1 merger of Lutheran Social Services and St. Paul-based Lifetrack makes another transition in Minnesota disability services history. […]
