Human Abilities Celebration at the Georgia Aquarium

posted on Feb 02 by Snow in the AMS News, Advocacy, Conferences, Disability News, Fun, Technology, Wheelchair Accessibility, Wheelchair Accessible Vans category

Join the Abilities Celebration at the Georgia Aquarium in increasing awareness of human abilities through special performances, activities and more! Georgia Aquarium will dive into it’s third annual Abilities Week celebration honoring people with disabilities and promoting diversity this Feb. 4-6 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Inspiring a sense of understanding and embracing a culture of awareness, the celebration will include a variety of festivities including keynote speakers, exciting performances, dedicated viewing opportunities, and more! Throughout the Abilities Celebration, the world’s largest aquarium will offer a variety of enhancements for guests of all abilities including:

• Sign language interpreters available at all presentations and gallery windows, as well as behind-the-scenes tours on specific scheduled dates

• Audio tours and touch models will be accessible for those with visual impairments

• Wheelchair accessible mats will be located at various exhibits throughout the Aquarium, reserving dedicated, easily accessible viewing areas

With the largest Handicap Scuba Association (HAS) certified dive team in the world, Georgia Aquarium serves as a leader in ability awareness and accessibility. The Journey with Gentle Giants program, a swim and dive immersion experience, is available to guests with all abilities year-round.

The Aquarium’s celebration will also offer resources and ability-focused opportunities to discover, explore and experience the myriad of activities available in the greater Atlanta area. Georgia Tech will be highlighting the future of assistive technologies,  AMS Vans will have a table where you can talk to us about adaptive mobility equipment and vehicle solutions, and Briggs and Associates will present information on job placement for people of all abilities. Guests will be dazzled with performances by Joey Stuckey, a blind guitarist, and will also have the opportunity to explore many informational booths, performances and demonstrations. Drop by the AMS Vans table to learn how you can save money on over 100 wheelchair vans for sale with guaranteed low prices on all newly converted handicap accessible minivan models.

The Abilities Week Celebration festivities will be included in Aquarium general admission. For additional information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.georgiaaquarium.org or call (404) 581-4000.

Read about accessibility at the Aquarium before your visit and download and print a photographic preview for children with autism.

ABOUT THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM

The Georgia Aquarium is the world’s largest, with more than eight million gallons of water and five permanent galleries. It is considered one of the top Atlanta attractions and one of the best Atlanta sightseeing activities. The mission of the Georgia Aquarium is to be an entertaining, educational and scientific institution featuring exhibits and programs of the highest standards, while promoting the conservation of aquatic biodiversity. Georgia Aquarium offers events in Atlanta throughout the year for guests of all ages, as well as engaging Atlanta kids’ activities and programs. Georgia Aquarium is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums. For additional information, visit www.georgiaaquarium.org.