Founded in 1852 as a school for individuals with intellectual disabilities, Elwyn now offers services for children and adults while preserving its historical legacy through manuscript and photo displays; curated with the help of day program students at the Judy and Bill Strine Student Transition Center, this open house will highlight both institutional care models and personal narratives.

Tuesday, October 28, 10 am to 4 pm
Elwyn
111 Elwyn Road, Media, PA 19063
Free
In-person
RSVP info:  Registration Link

Elwyn was founded in 1852 as the Pennsylvania Training School for Feeble-Minded Children by Alfred Elwyn and James B. Richards. Their goal was to provide education and care for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Today, Elwyn still provides services to both children and adults.

Previously a mostly hidden collection, Elwyn hired an archivist to arrange and make their long history accessible. The collection hosts manuscripts, patient records, photographs, and the Vineland Training School collection.

Elwyn is excited to participate in Archives Month Philly with an open house to share with the public their long history and their place in the evolution of care models. Students from the Judy and Bill Strine Student Transition Center will assist the archivist, Caitlin Angelone, in creation and interpretation of their own place in Elwyn’s history.

Registration required beforehand.