West Hartford Library to Screen Film on Disabled Summer Campers

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The Noah Webster Library in West Hartford, Connecticut will be hosting a screening of the 2020 documentary film "Crip Camp" on Saturday, February 28th. The film examines the experiences of teenagers with disabilities at Camp Jened, a Catskills camp described at the time as being "for the handicapped" that provided a space where campers experienced community and inclusion in the early 1970s. Many attendees later became involved in disability rights activism. The screening will be followed by a facilitated discussion.

Why it matters

The screening of "Crip Camp" provides an opportunity for the West Hartford community to learn about and discuss the history of the disability rights movement, which has had a significant impact on expanding civil rights protections and promoting broader societal change for people with disabilities.

The details

The event is scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. in the library's meeting room at 20 S. Main St. Registration is required and will close at 1 p.m. on the day of the program. The program is presented in partnership with the Town of West Hartford Office of Employee Development & Community Engagement and is open to adults. Free parking is available in the Isham Garage during library visits. Individuals requiring accommodations are asked to contact the library at least two weeks before the program.

• The screening of "Crip Camp" will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026.
• The event is scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m.

What’s next

Individuals requiring accommodations are asked to contact the library at least two weeks before the program.