Surdists United
Surdists United is a nonprofit collective using art and activism to champion Deaf experiences, social justice, and inclusive educational resources.
Deaf Culture Digital Library
Maryland Deaf Culture Digital Library is dedicated to providing leadership and guidance by making eBooks, videos, and resources accessible.
Featured Resources
National Women’s History Month
Every March we celebrate modern and historical contributions women have made to the world and recognize the specific achievements women have made over the course of history in a variety of fields
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Historical Women:
Autobiography
Most Recent Books Written by Deaf and Hard of Hearing Women
The books below are some of our most recent released books written by Deaf and Hard fo Hearing Women books to read.
Historical Fiction with Deaf Female Protagonists
Newest Resources
National Technical Institute for the Deaf
NTID at RIT is the world’s largest technological college for deaf students, offering premier academic programs.
Gallaudet University
Gallaudet University is the premier bilingual university for deaf and hard of hearing students, offering 60+ programs in ASL and English.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you or a loved one is struggling with thoughts of suicide, anxiety, depression or problems with drugs or alcohol, reach out to the 988 Lifeline. You can call, text or chat with a caring call specialist who can assist in directing you to information and resources in your area.
Your Library Journey Options
The library website offers a wealth of resources for all ages, interests, and needs. Whether you’re looking for eBooks, digital videos, online journals, or information about local libraries, you can find it all here. Here are a few of the resources you can explore through DCDL.
eBooks - Overdrive
Read your favorite books online or download them to your device.
Digital Videos
Watch movies, TV shows, and educational videos in sign language.
Resources & Online Journals
Access digital resources and scholarly journals and magazines.
Find Maryland Local Libraries
Find a library near you and learn about its services.
Materials Loans from Maryland Libraries - Marina
MARINA can be used to request items only if they are not owned by your local library system.
Explore Deaf Community Events
Meet and mingle with the deaf community.
Discover eBooks, streaming videos, online journals, and information about nearby libraries, all in one centralized place and tailored to the needs of Maryland’s deaf community.
About Us
The Deaf Culture Digital Library provides resources and information about deaf culture to Maryland residents and offers access to digital collections of deaf-related books, videos, articles, and more.
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