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HandTalk - Discover North American Indian Sign Language by Hallie Zimmerman!
When: Thursday, May 7, 2026 - 6:00 PM Where: Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture (455 E Park St, Olathe, KS) Cost: FREE for all ages! Did you know Native American tribes once shared a common sign language across the Plains? Join Hallie as she demonstrates HandTalk, hand signs still used by tribal nations today, plus walk everyone through a fun beaded-loom keychain workshop!
Apr 16


Join us for a live webinar 'Panelist HANDTALK'
When: Wednesday, April 29th - 6:00pm Central Cost: FREE HandTalk: Honoring a Native American Legacy Join us for a live one-hour webinar moderated by Dr. Melanie McKay-Cody which features four panelists discussing the history, cultural richness, and significance of Plains Indian Sign Language and beyond. About the Moderator: Dr. Melanie McKay-Cody is a Cherokee Deaf scholar, assistant professor at the University of Arizona, and leading authority on HandTalk and North Ame
Apr 16
Seeking for freelance content/media creators
🌟 Join the Deaf Nuggets Communication Crew! Under the Deafhood Institute & Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture (MDHAC) We’re assembling a small but mighty team of creators who are passionate about shaping how the world understands Deaf people, Deaf culture, and signed languages. If you love crafting clear, engaging, bilingual (ASL/English) content, this is a meaningful chance to make an impact. 🎥✨ We’re seeking freelance content/media creators skilled in at least three
Jan 9


Special Exhibition and Open Ceremony - HAND TALK
Join us at the Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture for a powerful special exhibition: HAND TALK—exploring the deep history, cultural...
Aug 22, 2025


Third Annual 5K ASL-for-ALL
Join us in our THIRD annual ASL for All 5K fundraiser to foster Olathe as a "Shared Signing Community"! Shared signing communities are...
Aug 8, 2025


Cultural Series - Ice Cream Social Kick Off
"Ice Cream Social Kick Off" on Friday, September 12 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Get Ready! MDHAC is brining you TWO incredible guests - plus...
Aug 8, 2025


ANNUAL ASL FOR ALL 5K
A FUN-FILLED FAMILY EVENT Join us in our SECOND annual ASL for All 5K fundraiser to foster Olathe as a "Shared Signing Community"! ...
Sep 5, 2024
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