Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture

06/15/2026

TODAY IS LAST DAY TO PRE-ORDER !!!!

🌟Big news from MDHAC! We’re excited to offer a new T‑shirt with our special WORLD CUP design. With the World Cup happening in multiple cities (yes, even Kansas City), this is the perfect keepsake for fans and supporters.

Make sure to grab your order before June 15th to get the shirts by June 26th.
👉To order: https://museumofdeaf.square.site

Flyer Description
The flyer promotes a special World Cup–themed T‑shirt created by the Deafhood Institute and the Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture (logo on top left corner). At the top, bold text reads “THE WORLD COMES TOGETHER ON ONE SHIRT!” followed by a subtitle "FEATURING THE ASL SIGN FOR "WORLD", REFLECTING UNITY AND SHARED LOVE OF THE GAME".

The central graphic on the t-shirts shows two hands forming the ASL sign for “world,” encircling a soccer ball decorated with international flags. Beneath the illustration is the text “WORLD CUP.”

Two shirt styles are displayed side‑by‑side:
A Tultex Unisex Fine Jersey Ringer T‑Shirt in adult sizes only (white t-shirt with red ringer collar and red ringer on short sleeves with design on front).

A Bella + Canvas Jersey Tee available in both adult and youth sizes (white t-shirt short-sleeve with design on front)

Pricing:
Adult XS–XL: $30
Adult 2XL–3XL: $32
Youth S–XL: $20

A highlighted note states: “Order by June 15th to get by June 26th.”

At the bottom, the flyer encourages viewers to order online, with the link to the MDHAC Square site ( https://museumofdeaf.square.site ).

06/12/2026

MDHAC will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026.

MDHAC COMMEMORATES JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY FOR THE ABOLISHMENT OF SLAVERY.

The Emancipation Proclamation issued by the United States President Abraham Lincoln on September 22, 1861, and effective on January 1, 1863, was read aloud at Galveston's Ashton Villa in Galveston, Texas, announcing the total abolishment of slavery on JUNE 19, 1865.

06/08/2026

🌟Join us for an interactive scavenger hunt through the Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture designed by and for youth and young adults. Explore Deaf history, discover hidden stories, and unlock trivia questions using QR codes throughout the museum.🌟

At each stop, you’ll scan a QR code to watch a short ASL video and/or read an English translation, then use what you learn to answer questions and collect points. Come with friends or join a team when you arrive—no prior knowledge of Deaf history or sign language is required.

​This activity is led by MDHAC youth volunteer Lilly Heller, who is Deaf, with a sign language interpreter provided to ensure full access for Deaf and hearing participants, signers and nonsigners alike.

When: Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Cost: FREE
Audience: Designed for teens, college students and young adults!

👉👉 Please register! https://www.museumofdeaf.org/special-events

06/03/2026

Order your 'World Cup' T-shirt TODAY!!!

Video description:
Black background with blue words "THE WORLD COMES TOGETHER ON ONE SHIRT!"

Picutre of T-shirt with design on the front (The central graphic on the t-shirts shows two hands forming the ASL sign for “world,” encircling a soccer ball decorated with colorful international flags. Beneath the illustration is the text “WORLD CUP.”)

Cady Macfee (white person with brown hair and blue short-sleeve dress with background at MDHAC and TV on right side showing different slides).
"Hello Everyone! We just received the very first print of World Cup T-shirt. Want see?? Cool! (she shows the t-shirt to audience). This design features the sign for 'World' and it represents Deaf culture and global unity. If you want to buy a shirt to support deaf museum's exhibitions and education programs. If you want to buy yours today, be part of our global Deaf community. Thank you!"

Picture of t-shirt scroll up with QR code and 'Order at https://museumofdeaf.square.site/ '

06/02/2026

MDHAC is thrilled to work with Berries & Honey to cater our special event "Signs and Sweets" this coming Saturday, June 6th! Guests will enjoy a delicious selection of finger sandwiches, a fresh fruit spread, and of course—an irresistible dessert spread.

Want to register for this fun event? https://www.museumofdeaf.org/special-events

A heartfelt thank‑you to ASL Connections for generously sponsoring this event! https://www.aslconnections.com/

05/29/2026

Dummy Hoy was a Deaf professional baseball player. At that time, people called anyone dumb or dummy just because he can’t speak. He had a great baseball career. He was good at drawing the walks and stealing the bases. It was claimed that he invented the baseball signals such as balls & strikes, safe, and out. He still hasn’t voted into MBL Hall of Fame. We need 1 million petitions by 2027. Let’s sign the petition.

William Ellsworth Hoy changed baseball forever. It's time the Hall of Fame recognized it. The Classic Era Committee votes in December 2027.

05/28/2026

Dr. Laurene Simms has shown that education is not only about instruction. It is about identity, language, access, and making sure Deaf children of color can see themselves in the future.

As an educator, scholar, advocate, and leader in bilingual ASL/English education, Dr. Simms continues to open doors for Deaf children, families, and communities of color.

Next week, MDHAC will honor Dr. Laurene Simms at **Signs and Sweets**, an elegant afternoon of hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and community celebration.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 MDHAC, 455 E. Park St., Olathe, KS
🎟️ $40 per person

Register: https://www.museumofdeaf.org/special-events

05/27/2026

Ella Mae Lentz reminds us that ASL is not only how we communicate. It is how we create, remember, resist, and belong.

As an ASL poet, activist, founder, and cultural leader, Ella Mae has helped generations see ASL as a language, an art form, and a powerful part of Deaf identity.

Next week, MDHAC will honor Ella Mae Lentz at **Signs and Sweets**, an elegant afternoon of hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and community celebration.

📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 MDHAC, 455 E. Park St., Olathe, KS
🎟️ $40 per person

Register: https://www.museumofdeaf.org/special-events

05/25/2026

Patrick Graybill captivated the audience with his rich stories and powerful poetry. You could feel the room in awe as they watched him bring each moment to life.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Meet and Greet Patrick Graybill. Patrick was delighted to see so many familiar faces and reconnect with old friends!

05/22/2026

🌟Big news from MDHAC! We’re excited to offer a new T‑shirt with our special WORLD CUP design. With the World Cup happening in multiple cities (yes, even Kansas City), this is the perfect keepsake for fans and supporters.

Make sure to grab your order before June 15th to get the shirts by June 26th.
👉To order: https://museumofdeaf.square.site

Flyer Description
The flyer promotes a special World Cup–themed T‑shirt created by the Deafhood Institute and the Museum of Deaf History, Arts & Culture (logo on top left corner). At the top, bold text reads “THE WORLD COMES TOGETHER ON ONE SHIRT!” followed by a subtitle "FEATURING THE ASL SIGN FOR "WORLD", REFLECTING UNITY AND SHARED LOVE OF THE GAME".

The central graphic on the t-shirts shows two hands forming the ASL sign for “world,” encircling a soccer ball decorated with international flags. Beneath the illustration is the text “WORLD CUP.”

Two shirt styles are displayed side‑by‑side:
A Tultex Unisex Fine Jersey Ringer T‑Shirt in adult sizes only (white t-shirt with red ringer collar and red ringer on short sleeves with design on front).

A Bella + Canvas Jersey Tee available in both adult and youth sizes (white t-shirt short-sleeve with design on front)

Pricing:
Adult XS–XL: $30
Adult 2XL–3XL: $32
Youth S–XL: $20

A highlighted note states: “Order by June 15th to get by June 26th.”

At the bottom, the flyer encourages viewers to order online, with the link to the MDHAC Square site ( https://museumofdeaf.square.site ).