Hands Around the Capitol 2025: Honoring the 35th ADA Anniversary

Join us for a powerful, statewide educational event honoring 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Hands Around the Capitol 2025 is a free, in-person event uniting communities, organizations, and policymakers in recognition of the progress and ongoing work to advance disability rights. ++ This family-friendly gathering will take place at Cecil Andrus Park, directly across from the Idaho State Capitol. ++ What to Expect: • Over 40 disability-related resource booths and interactive exhibits. • Activities including: sensory/obstacle course, kid-friendly activities, a community painting wall, accessible recreation and food trucks. • Guest Speakers and Proclamations. An ADA history booth featuring photos from Tom Olin’s collection. ++ Multi-cultural and Community Performances: ++ Accessibility Services Provided (ASL, trained sighted guides, Spanish and other languages). ++ Why It Matters: Disability touches every community. This event is about building bridges—connecting people of all abilities and backgrounds, celebrating our shared history, and advancing access and equality for the future.

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