Mayor’s Council On Disability To Host “Access For All” Event In Chattanooga

  • Monday, July 21, 2025
The Mayor’s Council on Disability invites the community to join in celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with an event themed “Access for All.”

The ADA Celebration will take place from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Friday, July 25 at the Walker Pavilion in Coolidge Park, 150 River St. in Chattanooga.

This free, family-friendly event will feature:
• food and refreshments;
• local vendors showcasing disability resources and accessible activities in the Chattanooga area;
• interactive displays; and
• information booths.

"The celebration aims to honor the progress made since the passage of the ADA and to promote continued advocacy for accessibility and inclusion for individuals with disabilities," organizers said.

“We’re excited to bring the community together to recognize this important milestone,” said City of Chattanooga Community Program Manager Vanessa A.
Jackson. “This event is about celebrating achievements, raising awareness and reinforcing our commitment to ensuring access for all.”

Additional information is available on the Facebook event page. Attendees are also encouraged to reach to vjackson@chattanooga.gov.
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