Antonnette Botha Braille Museum

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Preserving the history of Braille in South Africa

About ABBM

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The Antonnette Botha Braille Museum (ABBM) is dedicated to preserving the legacy of braille and promoting its universal importance. Through interactive exhibits and partnerships, we strive to raise awareness and empower visually impaired individuals. Join us in celebrating braille’s enduring impact.

Explore our Virtual Museum or visit
5 Fuchs Street, Alrode, Alberton, Gauteng

Explore Exhibits

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Explore our Exhibit of the historical artifacts forming the history of braille in South Africa.

 Hall Braille-writer
A bronze artwork of 2 hands feeling a metal plate embossed with braille.
The moon type Braille script with an open book, an exhibit at the museum.

BlindSA & SA Braille Authourity founded the

Antonnette Botha

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Braille Museum

Antonnette had the most profound knowledge of braille codes used in South Africa.

Learn about her Story and Impact.

The Importance of Braille

Learn more about Braille and it’s history in South Africa.

Braille Production

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Learn about the production of Braille, the production process, services offered and libraries for the Blind in South Africa,

Services

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Discover the authorities and libraries that provide the blind with a way to see.

The History of Braille

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Learn about the history of braille and the different scripts and languages around the world.

ABBM Museum entrance doors. The AbbM, Blind SA and SABA logo's are above the entrance with certificates hanging to the left.

Visit the Museum

The ABBM board and partners at posing in front of the ABBM musueam entrance, with the Blind SA and SABA logo on either side of ABBM.

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