Consists primarily of research material supporting Katherine Ott's Lemelson Center-supported project on the history of universal design. Contains interviews, manuals, articles, brochures, promotional publications, advertisements, slides, and photographs. Topics include housing, adaptive toys, barrier-free environments, invalid supplies from the 19th century, playgrounds, utensils, and transgenerational needs. Some individuals mentioned include Elaine Ostroff, Gunnar Dybwad, Ruth Lusher, Ronald Mace, James Mueller, Joy Weeber, and Leslie Young. Organizations referenced include Adaptive Environments Center, the Center for Universal Design at North Carolina State University, Playworld Systems, and OXO International.
Series Restrictions:
Collection is open for research.
Series Rights:
Collection items available for reproduction, but the Archives Center makes no guarantees concerning copyright restrictions. Other intellectual property rights may apply. Archives Center cost-recovery and use fees may apply when requesting reproductions.
