Address
24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108
- This page, White Cane Awareness Day , is offered by
- Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
White Cane Awareness Day
Contact
Allyson Bull, Director of Orientation and Mobility (O&M)
Overview
Join us at the Massachusetts State House Great Hall to celebrate the independence of the white cane and help raise awareness of the White Cane Law in Massachusetts which requires drivers to identify and yield to pedestrians using a white cane or dog guide at street crossings. The white cane is recognized around the world as a means for identifying and empowering people who are blind or have low vision. On October 15, 1964, White Cane Day became a national observation in the United States to celebrate their abilities and achievements.
Interested in learning more about the white cane? Visit our White Cane Awareness Month webpage to explore the history of the white cane, related laws, different types of canes, and more.
Doors Open: 10:00am
Participants are welcome to come early, get some food, network, talk with community partners, and get seated.
Meet and Greet with the Commissioner: 10:00am-10:45am
Students are encouraged to arrive early and participate in a meet and greet with Commissioner John Oliveira.
Speaker Event: 11:00am-1:00pm
Visiting the Massachusetts State House
The Ashburton Park Entrance on Bowdoin Street is the accessible entrance for the State House.
Visitors using The RIDE or a rideshare service, such as Uber or Lyft, may use Capitol Coffee House at 122 Bowdoin Street as the drop off point address. Capitol Coffee House is across the street from the Ashburton Park Entrance. Guides will be available to assist attendees.