Sunday: October 19, 2025
Get the real facts on disability rights history by fact checking common myths and misconceptions. This page sets the record straight on key events like the 504 Sit-in, the Capitol Crawl, and other protests that were critical to advancing civil rights for Americans with disabilities.
Learn the truth behind myths about activists Justin Dart Jr., Judith Heumann, and others who led the fight for legislation like the ADA and IDEA.
Separate fact from fiction on when the disability rights movement began, why ADAPT activists crawled up the Capitol steps, and other milestones in the ongoing struggle for equality and accessibility.
