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Tactile Map of Capitol Hill and the National Mall

(016.00.00) Tactile Map of Capitol Hill and the National Mall

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The Americans with Disabilities Act mandates that disabled people have equal access to parks, museums, libraries, and other public accommodations. Tactile maps, such as these of Capitol Hill and the National Mall in Washington, D.C., use braille labels to help blind people identify and enjoy tourist attractions.
The Americans with Disabilities Act mandates that disabled people have equal access to parks, museums, libraries, and other public accommodations. Tactile maps, such as these of Capitol Hill and the National Mall in Washington, D.C., use braille labels to help blind people identify and enjoy tourist attractions.