In celebration of the 95th anniversary of the discovery of Ruby Falls, an underground waterfall and cave, Ruby Falls has partnered with the Chattanooga Public Library to offer Adventure Boxes to library cardholders. This initiative is designed to commemorate the occasion and foster a deeper connection with nature and learning within the Chattanooga community.
Starting May 13, Adventure Boxes will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis to anyone with an active Chattanooga Public Library Card. These boxes can be picked up at any of the Chattanooga Public Library branches, including Downtown, Northgate, Eastgate, South Chattanooga, and Avondale, subject to availability. Each cardholder is eligible to receive one box.
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Each Adventure Box contains a variety of items intended to inspire and educate, including a voucher for free admission to Ruby Falls for up to two adults and two children, a geode kit with instructions for opening, a geology book aimed at young learners, vintage-inspired Ruby Falls memorabilia, and sweet rock candy.
Hugh Morrow, the CEO and President of Ruby Falls, emphasized the alignment between the Chattanooga Public Library’s commitment to lifelong learning and Ruby Falls’ mission to inspire connections to nature through wonder and adventure. The partnership between the two organizations represents a new chapter in community engagement for Ruby Falls.
Will O’Hearn, the Library Executive Director, highlighted the educational and entertainment value that Ruby Falls provides, noting the importance of such collaborations in enhancing the cultural and educational offerings available to the Chattanooga community.
In addition to the Adventure Boxes, the Chattanooga Public Library offers Community Family Passes for various local attractions, including Chattanooga Football Club matches, the Chattanooga Zoo, Tennessee Aquarium, Creative Discovery Museum, Hunter Museum of American Art, Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center, and the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera. Special passes to Chattanooga Lookouts games and the Chattanooga Audubon Society are available exclusively at the downtown library branch.
Further details about the Ruby Falls 95th Anniversary celebration can be found at [www.RubyFalls.com](https://www.rubyfalls.com/). Information about library locations, events, and hours is available at [www.chattlibrary.org](https://www.chattlibrary.org/).
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