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Plaque of “You Have to Be Deaf to Understand,” signed by Betty Lang

 Item — Box: MSS203.7

Scope and Contents

From the Series:

A small collection of art, graphics, certificates, and photographs from both the Madsen and D’Onfrio collections. Includes some of Madsen’s sign language certifications, a matted print of his poem “NO!” and a laminated plaque of “You Have to Be Deaf to Understand,” an acknowledgment issued by the District of Columbia Club of the Deaf on the occasion of Anthony D’Onfrio’s death, and an art print by deaf artist Lois A. Lehman.

Dates

  • Creation: 1972 - 1979

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open to the public with no restrictions. Photocopies may be made for scholarly research.

Extent

From the Collection: 5.25 Linear Feet (4 document cases, 1 half case, 1 record box, and 2 flat boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Gallaudet University Archives Repository

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