Syracuse Developmental Center Closing Ceremony Exhibits
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Overview of the Records
New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230
0.6 cubic feet
19 sheets; circa 100 photographs
Scope and Content Note
The series consists of 19 panels (20 x 32 inches) on which are mounted ca. 100 black-and-white and color photographs and captions that form a retrospective on the Syracuse Developmental Center (SDC) facilities and programs. The exhibit was constructed as part of the closing ceremonies for the SDC, held on June 17, 1998.
Images are of farm colonies; original buildings and early history; demolition of the Syracuse State School and construction of the "new" school (1972); the "normalization movement" of the 1970s; early vocational programs; home and community services; academic and vocational training; and recognition of students, staff, and advocates.
Access Restrictions
Images depicting students are restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.
Access Terms
Intellectual disability facilities
People with mental disabilities--Institutional care--New York (State)
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