2024 MCB White Cane Awareness Day Celebration

Join the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind 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.

Date: Friday, October 18, 2023

Time: 10:00 A.M. to 1 P.M. (speaking event starts at 11 A.M.)

Location: Massachusetts State House – Great Hall, 24 Beacon Street, Boston, MA 02108

Space is limited.

Attendees will have the opportunity to earn two ACVREP continuing education credits.

Listen Live

If you are unable to attend the celebration in person, Talking Information Center will broadcast the event live:

• How to Listen

The celebration will also be rebroadcast on all the Massachusetts Audio Information Network member stations.

About the Celebration

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.

The Governor will issue a proclamation to commemorate the observance of White Cane Day in Massachusetts.

We will announce the winners of the 4th Annual Meg Robertson Mobility Award which recognizes people who demonstrate mobility skills at their level and incorporate the white cane into their lives to increase independence.

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.

• Information on visiting the Massachusetts State House
• Learn more about Massachusetts State House Accessibility

Questions?

Email mcbinfo@mass.gov or call 800-392-6250

Reasonable Modifications

The Massachusetts Commission for the Blind does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing accessible events. ASL interpreting and CART services have been requested. To request a reasonable modification to participate in this event, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accommodations Coordinator Shauntay King at 617-894-4352 or Shauntay.M.King@mass.gov. Requests made after October 4, 2024 will be considered but may not be possible to fill.