Suzanne Smagala – Ripley Entertainment Inc https://www.ripleyentertainment.com Over 90 Family Attractions Worldwide Mon, 30 Sep 2024 14:07:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.6.16 115743086 Have Your Mind Blown with Ripley’s Believe It or Not! https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/mind-blown-ripleys-believe-not/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 15:15:46 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=9003/ The newest book by Ripley’s Believe It or Not!–Mind Blown!–is sure to amaze and astound children and adults alike with over 1,200 strange stories, unusual feats, and hair-raising oddities from...

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The newest book by Ripley’s Believe It or Not!–Mind Blown!–is sure to amaze and astound children and adults alike with over 1,200 strange stories, unusual feats, and hair-raising oddities from around the world.

 Orlando, FL (August 31, 2020) – Bursting with vibrant and eye-catching photos, Mind Blown! is a must-have for every curious mind. The book’s 256 pages are filled with more than 1,200 all-new and all-true stories from around the world!

With in-depth features, the science behind some of the weirdest facts, colorful and compelling photographs, and contributions from Ripley’s Believe It or Not! fans, this book takes you on a deep dive into our strange and wonderful world.Cover of Ripley's Believe It or Not! Mind Blown

In the 17th edition of the best-selling Ripley’s annual book, meet incredible people and animals like:

  • LadyBEAST, a circus and escape artist from New Orleans, who stuns audiences by taking the art of bottle walking to new heights.
  • Mose, a rescue dog born with only two limbs, who has taught himself to walk and run bipedally—he really stands out in a crowd!
  • The Australian hairdresser who transforms clients’ hair into your favorite foods!
  • Atlanta’s Anaïs Hayden, who uses her creativity and grooming expertise to transform pups into Lisa Frank–inspired masterpieces, different species, mermaids, and so much more.
  • And some of the world’s best freestyle footballers who are mixing it up by combining soccer with amazing acrobatic feats and choreography!

Now available for pre-order, Mind Blown! goes on sale at all major retailers September 29, 2020.

For more information, please click here. Review copies, video, and further information available on request.

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MEDIA CONTACT

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
smagala@ripleys.com
727-439-0136

About Ripley Entertainment

Ripley’s Publishing is part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 15 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 11 countries each year. In addition to its 30 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books, and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada. Learn more about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! by visiting Ripleys.com and following them on FacebookTwitterYouTube, and Instagram.

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Travel the World With Alison’s Adventures – Now on Sale! https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/alisons-adventures-on-sale/ Mon, 17 Aug 2020 14:27:18 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=8995/ Conservationist, blogger, and independent filmmaker releases new book for youth readers! (Orlando, FL) August 17, 2020 – With a pink surfboard made of recycled coffee cups and fueled by an...

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Conservationist, blogger, and independent filmmaker releases new book for youth readers!

(Orlando, FL) August 17, 2020 – With a pink surfboard made of recycled coffee cups and fueled by an insatiable curiosity and indomitable spirit, Alison Teal has explored some of the most remote places on Earth. In a new book by Ripley Publishing, follow Alison as she surfs through the Catacombs of Paris, swims next to an active volcano spewing lava into the ocean, and leads the charge to clean up plastics from “Trash Island” in the Maldives.

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Alison’s Adventures: Your Passport to the World chronicles the life of this modern-day explorer, dubbed the “Female Indiana Jones” and the “Oprah of Adventure.” The colorful 144-page book aims to inspire and educate youth, as Alison details her lifelong passion to uncover hidden mysteries, preserve disappearing cultures, and protect our greatest treasure on Earth — our world’s waters.

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  • Diving for the oldest human skeletons in the Americas
  • Searching for the elusive Yeti in Nepal
  • Discovering the Fountain of Youth in India
  • Documenting the effects of sunscreen on coral reefs
  • Uncovering the legend of fire walkers in Fiji

…and much more!

Embark on a journey with this fearless woman and discover ancient cultures, connect to the world, and learn how even the smallest actions can make a difference. Alison’s Adventures goes on sale at all major book retailers and Amazon.com on August 18th.

For more information, visit Ripleys.com/Publishing/Newsroom.

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MEDIA CONTACT

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment
smagala@ripleys.com
727-439-0136
Review copies, interviews and further information available on request.

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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and IFLScience team up with Weird True Facts https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/ripleys-believe-not-iflscience-team-weird-true-facts/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 21:42:14 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=8961/ Unbelievable stories on technology, space, the brain, health and medicine, the environment, animals, and more! Orlando, FL (July 7, 2020) – Weird True Facts by Ripley’s Believe It or Not!...

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Unbelievable stories on technology, space, the brain, health and medicine, the environment, animals, and more!

Orlando, FL (July 7, 2020)Weird True Facts by Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and IFLScience is a collaboration of two amazing brands to create one unbelievable book!

Weird True Facts goes on sale on July 14, 2020. With the science behind the stories and the stories behind the science, there is something for both IFLScience and Ripley fans.

Science frequently teeters on the edge of the unbelievable, often leaving people—even scientists—thinking, “What the. . . ?”

From historical oddities to cutting‑edge technology and cosmic conundrums, the book’s 192 pages are filled with the strangest stories Ripley’s and IFL’s editors could find, like how:

  • Pink isn’t a real color
  • Hip-hop music makes cheese taste better
  • Stars do not actually “twinkle”
  • Mount Everest is not the tallest mountain on Earth
  • The Great Wall of China is still standing thanks to sticky rice

Featuring a chimpanzee astronaut, NASA superstitions, a spacecraft graveyard, and the possibility of growing food on Mars, Weird True Facts is also filled with unbelievable facts about our universe, space flight, and our neighboring planets—out-of-this-world stories that really stand out to a young adult with an out-of-this-world dream…

Alyssa-Carson-1Weird True Facts  spokesperson is 19-year-old astrobiology student Alyssa Carson. Her mission is to be among the first to walk on Mars, and it’s not that far-fetched—she is the youngest person to graduate the Advanced Space Academy.

“I am an avid believer in citizen science and there are plenty of WTFs to be solved in our universe—I hope to discover some myself in the near future. This collaboration between Ripley’s Believe It or Not! and IFLScience is a great way to get young adults thinking about a deeper approach to science. With fascinating facts and scientific theories, Weird True Facts sets your imagination free to think about the impossible actually becoming possible,” said Carson.

Weird True Facts will be available at major retailers and on Amazon.com on July 14th. Pre-orders are now available. Review copies and further information available on request.

Images and book excerpts can be found here.

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MEDIA CONTACT

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
smagala@ripleys.com
Office: 407-345-8010 Cell: 727-439-0136

About Ripley Entertainment

Ripley’s Publishing is part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 15 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 11 countries each year. In addition to its 30 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books, and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada. Learn more about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! by visiting Ripleys.com and following them on FacebookTwitterYouTube, and Instagram.

About IFLScience

IFLScience was launched as a Facebook blog page in 2012 by Elise Andrew, who not only has a passion for science but also a desire to make science accessible to everyone by stripping away the jargon and making it educational, engaging and entertaining.  Their irreverent and off-beat tone of voice helped turn IFLScience into a global phenomenon and has amassed a global following of more than 100 million people. Their Facebook page has 25 million followers alone. Check out their platforms: IFLScience and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram

 

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RIPLEY’S CORONAVIRUS UPDATE FOR OUR TEAM MEMBERS AND GUESTS https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/ripleys-coronavirus-update-team-members-guests/ Wed, 18 Mar 2020 14:00:18 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=8941/ To our Ripley Team Members and Guests, In light of the evolving situation around COVID-19, we have made the decision to temporarily close many of our locations. The health and safety...

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To our Ripley Team Members and Guests,

In light of the evolving situation around COVID-19, we have made the decision to temporarily close many of our locations. The health and safety of our team members and guests are always our top priority.

For our attractions that are open, we have increased our cleaning procedures, and we politely ask anyone that is feeling ill to stay home. We are closely monitoring the situation in each market, and will adjust business operations as needed.

If you are planning on visiting one of our attractions, we recommend calling the attraction or visiting the website first for the most current information.

We want to thank all of you, and we will continue to do everything we can to ensure the health and safety in all the communities that we serve.

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Penguins Arrive at Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach! https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/penguins-arrive-ripleys-aquarium-myrtle-beach/ Tue, 10 Mar 2020 15:54:10 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=8926/ African Penguins Arrive as Part of the Largest Expansion in Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach’s 20-year History! Myrtle Beach, SC (March 10, 2020) – Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach is excited to...

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African Penguins Arrive as Part of the Largest Expansion in Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach’s 20-year History!

Myrtle Beach, SC (March 10, 2020) Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach is excited to announce Ripley’s Penguin Playhouse is now open!

The 5,500-square-foot expansion is the largest in Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach’s 20-year history. The African penguin habitat has floor-to-ceiling viewing glass and a 360-degree crawl tunnel for guests to waddle through. This addition also includes a brand-new Ocean Wonders gallery housing fascinating species of fish from all over the world.

Sporting their black-and-white plumage, the African penguin is the only species of penguin found on the African continent, preferring warmer water temperatures unlike their Antarctic counterparts. Their unique black stripes and spots serve as their identification, similar to a human fingerprint.

The African penguin is one of the most endangered penguins in the world—numbers have declined by 60 percent in the last 28 years. Welcoming Ripley’s new colony in 2020 is just the beginning of the Aquarium’s conservation efforts, as an on-site penguin nursery will house and care for baby penguins, helping Ripley’s Aquarium foster a growing flock.

Ripley’s expansion features two new state-of-the-art classrooms for educational programs, school groups, and unique experiences that will allow guests to get up close and personal with these extraordinary birds.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Penguin Encounters – Interact—and even pet—Ripley’s most adorable creatures beak-to-beak while learning about this species from Aquarium staff experts.

Paint with the Penguins – Pal up with a penguin to create—and take home—a one-of-a-kind piece of footprint art!

“We are beyond excited to welcome African Black Footed penguins to Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach. This brand-new and completely immersive penguin habitat will not only captivate and entertain our guests but also provide an educational experience for our visitors. We know this new penguin addition will support our educational and conservation missions while offering family-friendly entertainment for visitors of all ages,” said Pablo Chavez, General Manager, Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach.

SAVAGE SEAS!

AquariumPegniunsTales of adventure, myth, and ruin, this temporary, pop-up exhibit is officially open just in time for guests to enjoy alongside the all-new Penguin Playhouse.

Savage Seas is an all-new exhibit, where guests learn life at sea isn’t for everyone! Find out what it takes to survive on the open waters when you explore this interactive exhibit.

Learn about daily pirate life, sea monsters from myth and lore, and the very true stories of shipwrecks filled with treasure and secrets of the past.

Ripley’s Aquarium is located at 110 Celebrity Circle at Broadway at the Beach and is open 365 days a year.

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MEDIA CONTACTS
Pablo Chavez
General Manager
Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach
Pchavez@ripleys.com
Office: 843-424-4590

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment
smagala@ripleys.com
Office: 407-345-8010 Cell: 727-439-0136

About Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach
Ripley’s Aquarium opened in Myrtle Beach in 1997 and boasts more than 14,000 fish on display as well as many interactive experiences. Guests can pet a stingray, bamboo shark, hold a horseshoe crab, and enjoy hourly dive shows. One featured exhibit is the 750,000-gallon Dangerous Reef, which has a 330-foot glidepath through an underwater tunnel, allowing guests to come face-to-face with sharks, giant sawfish, and Gabby the Green Sea Turtle.Ripley’s Aquariums are part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. (www.ripleys.com) family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 15 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 11 countries each year.  In addition to its three world-renowned aquariums and 31 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! Television show, best-selling books and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada. Learn more about Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach by visiting RipleyAquariums.com/MyrtleBeach and following them on FacebookTwitter, and Instagram.

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LIMITED ENGAGEMENT – Star Wars Lightsaber coming to Ripley’s Branson! https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/star-wars-lightsaber-ripleys-branson/ Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:57:40 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=8915/ Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Bringing an Original Star Wars® Lightsaber® to Branson for a Limited Engagement! For Immediate Release Branson, MO (February 26, 2020) – Just in time for BransonCon,...

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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Bringing an Original Star Wars® Lightsaber® to Branson for a Limited Engagement!

For Immediate Release

Branson, MO (February 26, 2020) – Just in time for BransonCon, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Branson is bringing an original Star Wars lightsaber used by Luke Skywalker™ himself, Mark Hamill, in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back!™. This exhibit is the first time the renowned movie prop will be on display in Branson.

Believe it or not, this lightsaber was constructed from a vintage 1930s Graflex camera flashgun. The handle still has the original Graflex logo etched into it. It comes from the archives of Gary Kurtz, the producer of the first two Star Wars films. A 1930s Graflex camera will also be on display alongside the lightsaber.  

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Believe it or not, Ripley’s acquired the piece at the Profiles in History Hollywood Auction on June 28, 2017, for a staggering $450,000!

“Luke Skywalker’s original lightsaber is the crown jewel in our Hollywood memorabilia collection. I am so excited to display it in Branson during BransonCon so fans can see one of the most important and famous movie props of all time!” – said John Dixon, General Manager, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Branson.

The lightsaber will be displayed at the newly renovated Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium located at 3326 76 Country Blvd. for a limited engagement. The exhibit will be open to the public starting on Friday, March 6, 2020, and will run through Sunday, March 22, 2020.

SPECIAL PROMOTION FOR BRANSONCON!
Ripley’s Branson is pleased to be a sponsor of the BransonCon, and as a special thank you to congoers, they can receive 50% off admission to Ripley’s Branson if they show their armband. BransonCon runs March 6 – 8, 2020.

RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! BRANSON ODDITORIUM
Ripley’s Branson just completed its largest renovation in 10 years. Renovations include an all-new lobby, exhibits, and upgrades to many galleries inside.

Ripley’s collection and strikingly themed attractions are fun for the entire family. Adults and children alike become immersed in hands-on interactive games, historical artifacts, incredible art, animal oddities, pop-culture memorabilia, and stories of people and places that are incredibly hard to believe, but undeniably true.

Ripley’s Branson is open daily at 9:30 am. Sunday – Thursday, the last ticket is sold at 6 pm. On Friday & Saturday, the last ticket is sold at 8 pm.

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For more information about Ripley’s in Branson, please visit Ripleys.com/Branson or Facebook.com/RipleysOdditoriumBranson.

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MEDIA CONTACTS
John Dixon
General Manager
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium Branson
dixon@ripleys.com
Office: (417) 337-5300 ext. 4610

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
smagala@ripleys.com
Office: (407) 345-8010 Cell: (727) 439-0136

About Ripley Entertainment

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 15 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 11 countries each year. In addition to its 31 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books, and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada. Learn more about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! by visiting Ripleys.com and following them on FacebookTwitterYouTube, and Instagram.

Star Wars®, Lightsaber®, and The Empire Strikes Back™, are trademarks of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC and/or Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC. Lucasfilm is not affiliated with, endorsing or sponsoring this display or press release.

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Travel the World With Alison’s Adventures! https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/alisonsadventures/ Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:12:50 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=8905/ Conservationist, blogger, and independent filmmaker releases new book for youth readers! (Orlando, FL) February 20, 2020 – With a pink surfboard made of recycled coffee cups and fueled by an...

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Conservationist, blogger, and independent filmmaker releases new book for youth readers!

(Orlando, FL) February 20, 2020 – With a pink surfboard made of recycled coffee cups and fueled by an insatiable curiosity and indomitable spirit, Alison Teal has explored some of the most remote places on earth. In a new book by Ripley Publishing, follow Alison as she surfs through the Catacombs of Paris, along the waters of an active volcano, and as she leads the charge to clean up plastics from Trash Island in the Maldives.

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Alison’s Adventures: Your Passport to the World, chronicles the life of this modern-day explorer, dubbed the “Female Indiana Jones” and the “Oprah of Adventure.” The colorful 144-page book aims to inspire and educate youth, as Alison details her lifelong passion to uncover hidden mysteries, preserve disappearing cultures, and protect our greatest treasure on earth — our world’s waters.

AlisonProfileHighlights include:

  • Diving for the oldest human skeletons in the Americas
  • Searching for the elusive Yeti in Nepal
  • Discovering the Fountain of Youth in India
  • Documenting the effects of sunscreen on coral reefs
  • Uncovering the legend of fire walkers in Fiji

…and much more!

Embark on a journey with this fearless female and discover ancient cultures, connect to the world, and learn how even the smallest actions can make a difference. Alison’s Adventures will go on sale at all major book retailers and Amazon.com on May 12th. Pre-orders now available.

For more information, visit Ripleys.com/Publishing/Newsroom.

Review copies, interviews and further information available on request.

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MEDIA CONTACT
Melanie Greco
Public Relations
Ripley Publishing
melanie@getinkpr.ca
647-456-2653

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Ripley’s St. Augustine Says “Thank You” to All First Responders with 50% Off Admission https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/8896/ Fri, 14 Feb 2020 00:52:44 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=8896/  Ripley’s St. Augustine Says “Thank You” to  All First Responders with 50% Off Admission   For Immediate Release – Saint Augustine, FL (February 13th, 2020) – ALL First Responders, plus their...

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 Ripley’s St. Augustine Says “Thank You” to 

All First Responders with 50% Off Admission

 

For Immediate Release –

Saint Augustine, FL (February 13th, 2020) – ALL First Responders, plus their immediate family members (spouses and children), will receive 50% off admissions with valid ID when they visit Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium, St. Augustine, February 17th – February 23rd.

Ripley’s St. Augustine wants to say thanks to those who put their lives on the line to protect and serve the community. They will be offering 50% off single attraction tickets to first responders and their immediate family members (spouses and children).

The offer is valid for police officers, firefighters, and EMTs – from anywhere in the US!

Guests can enjoy this discount on any single attraction ticket to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium, Ripley’s Red Train Tours, and Ripley’s Ghost Train Adventure.

NEW JUNGLE ROOM INTERACTIVE
Ripley’s St. Augustine just underwent its most extensive renovation to scale. The upgrades started with an all-new gallery and exhibit called the “Jungle Room!”

The room, located on the 3rd floor, has numerous interactive exhibits and hands-on games for children and adults to enjoy. The “Dancing Mask” exhibit allows guests to create jungle apparel while dancing to sounds and beats. 

The “Pranks of Nature” exhibit allows guests to create and design versions of animals in nature. Also, on display is an African lion – recovered by Robert Ripley himself – that will leave everyone amazed at his size and teeth! 

“Ripley’s appreciates all that our first responders do for us regularly, and we are pleased to invite them and their families to join us so that we can show our appreciation.” – Kim Kiff, General Manager.

To stay up to date regarding this promotion, please visit Facebook.com/SaintAugustineRipleys/. Tickets can be purchased at the Ripley’s St. Augustine Odditorium, located at 19 San Marco Avenue.

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Media Contact
Kimberly Kiff
Regional Manager
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Saint Augustine
kkiff@ripleys.com
Office: (904) 824-1606

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc. 
smagala@ripleys.com
Office: (407) 345-8010 Cell: 727-439-0136

About Ripley Entertainment
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 15 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 11 countries each year. In addition to its 31 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books, and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada. Learn more about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! by visiting Ripleys.com and following them on FacebookTwitterYouTube, and Instagram.

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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! at the Florida State Fair! https://www.ripleyentertainment.com/ripleys-believe-not-florida-state-fair/ Wed, 05 Feb 2020 19:13:44 +0000 http://www.ripleyentertainment.com/?p=8890/ Take a stroll through a Century of Strange! For Immediate Release:  Orlando, FL (February 5, 2020) For the very first time, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is partnering with the...

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Take a stroll through a Century of Strange!

For Immediate Release: 

Orlando, FL (February 5, 2020) For the very first time, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is partnering with the Florida State Fair, displaying shrunken heads, animal oddities, and the most famous movie pieces of all-time.

“Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is thrilled to be at the Florida State Fair for the first time. We celebrated our centennial anniversary in December of 2019, and we have over 100 years of both new and iconic exhibits that we are excited to showcase!” – John Corcoran, Director, Traveling Shows, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

Located in the Florida Center of the Fairgrounds, guests can take a stroll and experience over 100-years of Ripley’s collection:

  • Original Star Wars® Lightsaber® – Used by Luke Skywalker™ himself, Mark Hamill, in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back™.
  • Han Solo’s™ Blaster – From Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™, this item is the most expensive in Ripley’s Star Wars collection!
  • Indiana Jones’™ Bullwhip – This particular whip was used in multiple scenes of Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade™, including when Indy rescued his father–played by Sean Connery–from the Nazis at Castle Brunwald.
  • Shrunken Heads – With over 100 shrunken heads in the Ripley’s collection, they are known as their most iconic exhibits. Robert Ripley collected his first shrunken in Panama City in 1923.
  • Animal Oddities – Another Believe it or not icon, Robert Ripley was fascinated with animal oddities. He lovingly dubbed the creatures who were dealt strange fates by Mother Nature “Pranks of Nature.”
  • Berlin Wall – Three days after the fall of the Berlin Wall, Ripley’s acquired 16 ten-foot by ten-foot sections. Each piece weighs 1,200-pounds, with the entire collection weighing 40,000-pounds.

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Plus, one VERY unique interactive exhibit – The Ripley’s Paperchain!

Over 40 years in the making, measuring over 23-miles-long, and made from everything from brochures, to Christmas cards, to postcards – fairgoers will have the opportunity to help make this chain grow even larger but adding their own paperchain link!

“The Florida State Fair is excited to continue to wow its guests with new and exciting entertainment and exhibits each year. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! has brought some of the most incredible and surprising items to delight and excite our guests of all ages!” — Cheryl Flood, Executive Director, Florida State Fairgrounds.

The Ripley’s exhibit will be open during regular Fair hours:

  • Dates: February 6 -17, 2020
  • Hours: Mon – Thurs, 10am – 9pm | Fri – Sun, 9am – 9pm.

For more information, please visit the Florida State Fair website. Tickets can be purchased online at FloridaStateFair.com or at the gate, and parking is free every day of the fair.

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MEDIA CONTACTS

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
smagala@ripleys.com
Office: (407) 345-8010 Cell: 727-439-0136

John Corcoran
Director, Traveling Shows
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
corcoran@ripleys.com
Office: (407) 345-8010

About Ripley Entertainment

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 15 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 11 countries each year. In addition to its 31 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books, and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada. Learn more about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! by visiting Ripleys.com and following them on FacebookTwitterYouTube, and Instagram.

 

Star Wars®, Lightsaber®, Return of the Jedi™, The Empire Strikes Back™, Han Solo™ are trademarks of Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC and/or Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC. Lucasfilm is not affiliated with, endorsing or sponsoring this display or press release.

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Two for one admission during February!

Branson, MO (February 5th, 2020) – Starting February 7th, and lasting the entire month, Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium AND Branson Top Ops are offering admission to both attractions for the price of one.

Ripley’s Branson Odditorium and Branson Top Ops are offering a discounted combo ticket valid for ALL Missouri and Arkansas residents. Offer begins Friday, February 7th through Saturday, February 29th.

Participating attractions include the newly renovated Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium located at 3326 76 Country Blvd, and the brand-new interactive Branson Top Ops located at 2320 76 Country Blvd.

This discount is valid for a combo ticket to both attractions with valid ID.

Adult Ticket: $22.99 (+tax)
Children Ticket: $13.99 (+tax)

ABOUT RIPLEY’S BELIEVE IT OR NOT! ODDITORIUM
Ripley’s Branson just completed the largest renovation in their 26-year history. Renovations include an all-new lobby, exhibits, and upgrades to many galleries inside. Ripley’s collection and strikingly themed attractions are fun for the entire family. Adults and children alike become immersed in hands-on interactive games, historical artifacts, incredible art, animal oddities, pop-culture memorabilia, and stories of people and places that are incredibly hard to believe, but undeniably true.

ABOUT BRANSON TOP OPS
Branson Top Ops is a family-friendly attraction where guests compete against friends and family in five interactive experiences!

  • Laser Tag – Play head-to-head against friends and family in their laser tag arena!
  • Outdoor Maze – Navigate through a massive 12,000-square-foot outdoor maze with interactive games around every corner.
  • Reaction Game – Race against the clock in a colorful control room to deactivate as many buttons as you can.
  • Laser Race – Guests race against the clock as they duck, lunge and tip-toe their way through a web of brilliant green lasers!
  • Shooting Gallery – Sharpen your skills with the virtual shooting gallery.

Bring your friends and family to enjoy unlimited play all day long!

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Voted “Top Attractions for a Family Vacation in Branson, MO” by Robin Raven of USA Today

For more information about Ripley’s in Branson, please visit Ripleys.com/Branson or Facebook.com/RipleysOdditoriumBranson. For more information about Top Ops, please visit BransonTopOps.com or Facebook.com/BransonTopOps.

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Media Contact

John Dixon
General Manager
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Odditorium Branson
dixon@ripleys.com
Office: (417) 337-5300 ext. 4610

Curtis Lanham
General Manager
Branson Top Ops
lanham@ripleys.com
Office: (417) 294-0832 

Suzanne Smagala-Potts
Public Relations Manager
Ripley Entertainment Inc.
smagala@ripleys.com
Office: (407) 345-8010 Cell: 727-439-0136
 

About Ripley Entertainment
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is part of the Ripley Entertainment Inc. family of worldwide attractions, the global leader in location-based entertainment. More than 15 million people visit its 100-plus attractions in 11 countries each year. In addition to its 31 Believe It or Not! Odditoriums, the Orlando, Florida-based company has publishing, licensing and broadcast divisions that oversee projects including the syndicated Believe It or Not! television show, best-selling books, and the popular syndicated cartoon strip, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, that still runs daily in countries around the world. Ripley Entertainment is a Jim Pattison Company, the second-largest privately held company in Canada. Learn more about Ripley’s Believe It or Not! by visiting Ripleys.com and following them on FacebookTwitterYouTube, and Instagram.

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