Massachusetts State House, Boston, MA, October 24th, 2025, with the Massachusetts’ Commission for the Blind and live broadcast. Join the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind to celebrate the independence of the white cane and help raise awareness of the White Cane Law in Massachusetts which requires drivers to identify and yield to pedestrians using a white cane or dog guide at street crossings.
*If you are unable to attend the celebration in person, Talking Information Center will broadcast the event live. The celebration will also be rebroadcast on all the Massachusetts Audio Information Network member stations.
For more information and ADA accommodation requests, visit www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-commission-for-the-blind/events and scroll down to the event. Or contact mcbinfo@mass.gov or call 617-727-5550
Massachusetts White Cane Law: General Law Chapter 90 Section 14A – Stop for White Cane and Dog Guide Users at Street Crossings-It’s the LAW.
* White Cane Awareness Month is to promote better understanding of what a white cane means & how pedestrians and motorist can assist long cane users and dog guide users at street crossings. 
