A panel exploring Disability culture as heritage and history, featuring Deaf and Disabled voices at Powerhouse Parramatta.
Thursday 26 November 2026
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Powerhouse Parramatta, ING Pavilion, Level 4, 34 Phillip St, Parramatta NSW 2150
Free
Experience a unique panel discussion that delves into Disability culture as a vital part of history and heritage. This event highlights the voices of Deaf and Disabled people, exploring their cultural inheritance and representation in museums.
The conversation is anchored by three insightful speakers sharing personal and cultural perspectives, making this a powerful and thought-provoking experience for families interested in culture and history.
The event is Auslan interpreted, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all attendees.
This panel features Ebony Wightman, an autistic Disabled artist and cultural worker, who discusses the research behind the collaboration with Powerhouse and the broader understanding of Disability as culture.
Grazia Napoletano, a polio survivor, shares lived experiences connecting institutionalisation, migration, Disabled labour, and erasure.
Fayen d’Evie offers perspectives on eugenics, erasure, and the responsibilities museums face amid advances in genetic testing, gene editing, and AI.
The event takes place at Powerhouse Parramatta, located on Dharug Land at ING Pavilion, Level 4, 34 Phillip St, Parramatta NSW 2150.
Powerhouse Parramatta is committed to accessibility, with facilities and services to support visitors with disabilities.
Public transport and parking options are available nearby, making it easy for families to attend.
Bookings are essential for this free event, so be sure to reserve your spot in advance.
The event is scheduled for Thursday, 26 November 2026, from 18:30 to 19:30.
This is an inclusive event with Auslan interpretation to support Deaf and Hard of Hearing attendees.
Attendance is free of charge.
Bookings can be made through the Powerhouse Parramatta website or contact channels.
Early booking is recommended as spaces may be limited for this special panel discussion.
