ESU Library escape room returns with Minotaurthemed challenge
Emporia, KS (04/10/2026) — The popular escape room series from ESU University Libraries and Archives returns from an adventure in space to drop participants into a recently unearthed ancient chamber. The new challenge pits adventurers against the mysteries of the labyrinth as they try to stay one step ahead of a bull-headed beast in "Escape the Minotaur's Maze!"
The escape room launches Monday, April 13, and runs through Friday, April 17. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday.
Sessions start at the top of each hour. Teams can have up to five members. All are invited to participate.
The cost is $5 per player and is free for ESU students, faculty and staff.
Sessions must be booked online in advance at emporia.link/esubookings. Payment will be accepted at the door.
For questions, email libcirc@emporia.edu.
About Emporia State University
Emporia State University offers a range of academic programs through its seven schools: Applied Health Sciences, Business and Technology, Humanities and Social Sciences, Library and Information Management and Library and Archives, Science and Mathematics and Visual and Performing Arts, along with The Teachers College.
ESU stands out for its innovative education practices. It ensures accessible education by offering in-state tuition rates to full-time undergraduate students from all lower-48 United States. Additionally, full-time undergraduates benefit from flat-rate tuition - students enrolled in 12 or more credit hours with at least one credit hour on campus pay a flat rate.
For more information on how to build your future at Emporia State University, please visit www.emporia.edu.
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Gwendolynne Larson, ESU director of media relations, (620) 341-5528, glarson1@emporia.eduShare this Story
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