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Holding The Key

Posted on: June 25, 2015

Episode Description

For nearly 200 years the Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, Massachusetts, has helped blind, low-vision and deafblind students unlock their innate abilities to lead full and productive lives. AMI examines the rich history, unique inventions and global impact of North America’s oldest school for the blind.

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For nearly 200 years the Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, Massachusetts, has helped blind, low-vision and deafblind students unlock their innate abilities to lead full and productive lives. AMI examines the rich history, unique inventions and global impact of North America’s oldest school for the blind.

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