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 Census of Classic Wood Carousels
Query Results
(Census last updated on Aug 28, 2010)
Carousel Class: CLA
All States and Provinces
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Classic Wood Carousels (1800s - 1940s Wood and W&M)
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Southeast Alaska St. Fair
Haines, AK
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Year Built: | c.1930 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Need additional information for census. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Southeast Alaska St. Fair, Haines, AK, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Contact the fair board for directions. Operated during the Southeast Alaska State Fair in July. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 385, Haines, AK, 99827-0386 |
| Telephone: | 907-766-2476. |
| Web Site: | www.seakfair.org |
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Aquatic Center
Lake Havasu City, AZ
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1938 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Recently restored machine. Need info and photos for census. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown English Village, Lake Havasu City, AZ, Date Unknown to 1995 Aquatic Center, Lake Havasu City, AZ, 2000 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | New listing. Information needed. Carousel is open on a limited basis. |
| Mailing Address: | 4620 N 16th Street, #206, Phoenix, AZ, 85016 |
| Telephone: | 520-453-8686 |
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Encanto Carousel
Encanto Park
Phoenix, AZ
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| Description: | Allan Herschell "Little Beauty" |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Little Beauty |
| Year Built: | 1948 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 4 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Recorded music |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location |
| Comments: | Carousel reopened in November, 1991. Has been in Phoenix since 1948, but may not be original location. |
| History: | Encanto Park, Phoenix, AZ, 1948 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Enchanted Island is located at 1202 West Encanto Blvd. between 7th and 15th Avenues. Open year round mostly weekends. Phone 602-254-1200 for operating information. |
| Mailing Address: | 1202 W. Encanto Blvd, Phoenix, AZ, 85007 |
| Telephone: | 602-254-1200 |
| Web Site: | www.enchantedisland.com |
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Schnepf Farms
Queen Creek, AZ
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| Description: | Parker |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1925 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 19 Jumping Horses, 4 Standing Horses, 1 Menagerie Animal (1 Pig), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Recently restored. Operates in small amusement area. Original grasshopper mechanism. New wood trim. Some AH horses on platform. Motor dated 1912. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, MN, Date Unknown to Unknown Schnepf Farms, Queen Creek, AZ, 1999 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Seasonal operating hours. Weekends from October – May. Farm is closed July through September. Contact farm for operating times and directions. |
| Mailing Address: | 22601 E Cloud Road, Queen Creek, AZ, 85242 |
| Telephone: | 480-987-3100 |
| Web Site: | www.schnepffarms.com |
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Over-The-Jumps
Little Rock Zoo
Little Rock, AR
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering "Over the Jumps" |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Over the Jumps |
| Year Built: | 1924 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 40 Jumping Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1989 |
| Comments: | One of four undulating portable track machines built by Spillman Engineering. Opened October 2007 at the Little Rock Zoo. |
| History: | Unknown, Carnival, AR, 1920s to 1940s Unknown, Milford, CT, Date Unknown to 1945 War Memorial Park, Little Rock, AR, 1945 to 1990 Storage, Little Rock, AR, 1990 to present Little Rock Zoo, Little Rock, AR, 2007 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located just off I – 630. Open daily. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year’s Day. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | #1 Jonesboro Drive, Little Rock, AR, 72205 |
| Telephone: | 501 666-2406 |
| Web Site: | www.littlerockzoo.com |
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King Arthur Carrousel
Disneyland
Anaheim, CA
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| Description: | Brass Ring - Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2008 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1922 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 68 Jumping Horses, 1 chariot |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Wurl 157 band organ façade |
| Comments: | Orig. a 3 row Dentzel converted to 4 rows. Figs. are a mix from the Dentzel at Sunnyside, Toronto; Looff, Carmel, S&G, from Ward’s Carousel, C.I., NY; a SC Looff carousel & Dentzels from Whitney in SF. Orig. Dentzel frame replaced with a Brass Ring frame. |
| History: | Sunnyside Park, Toronto, ONT, 1922 to 1955 Disneyland, Anaheim, CA, 1955 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Junction of Santa Ana Freeway (I-5) and Harbor Blvd. 27 miles from L.A. Follow signs to Disneyland parking. Open year-round: hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 1313 S. Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA, 92803 |
| Telephone: | 714-781-4000 |
| Web Site: | www.disneyland.com |
| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | c.1911 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 6 Standing Horses, 17 Menagerie Animals (1 Cat, 1 Deer, 1 Dragon, 2 Frogs, 2 Giraffes, 1 Goat, 1 Pig, 2 Roosters, 1 Stork, 1 Tiger, 2 Zebras, 1 Lion, 1 Dog), 3 chariots, 1 Tub |
| Music: | Band Organ: W. Bruder & Sons |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1976 |
| Comments: | Altered 1950 - 4th inner row AH alum horses added. Spinning tub & rocking chariot. Two chariots pulled by 3 tiny horses |
| History: | Unknown, San Bernardino, CA, 1911 to 1916 Ocean Beach Park, San Diego, CA, 1916 to 1928 Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA, 1935 to 1937 Tilden park, Berkeley, CA, 1950 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-80 Central Ave. E exit. Right on San Pablo. Left on Marin Ave. Right on Los Angeles at traffic circle. Left on Spruce. Becomes Wildcat Canyon Rd (at Grizzly Peak). Stone sign at park entrance. Weekends and daily in season. Call for hours. |
| Mailing Address: | Merry-Go-Round Tilden Park, Berkeley, CA, 94708 |
| Telephone: | 510-524-6773 |
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Knott's Berry Farm
Buena Park, CA
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| Description: | Dentzel Menagerie |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | c.1902 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 18 Jumping Horses, 10 Standing Horses, 24 Menagerie Animals (1 Lion, 1 Deer, 3 Zebras, 1 Giraffe, 1 Camel, 1 Goat, 2 Bears, 2 Cats, 4 Ostriches, 4 Rabbits, 2 Pigs, 2 Roosters), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 157 and 153 |
| Comments: | Two level platform. Of original 48 animals-6 have been replaced by fiberglass replicas. |
| History: | Hersheypark, Hershey, PA, 1902 to 1936 Brady Park, Canton, OH, 1936 to 1955 Knott's Berry Farm, Buena Park, CA, 1955 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | 6 minutes from Disneyland. Open every day except Christmas. |
| Mailing Address: | 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA, 90620 |
| Telephone: | 714-220-5200 |
| Web Site: | www.knotts.com |
| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1947 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Carousel operates at Harper's Ford, Eureka, CA. All original half and half horses except for two metal ones. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Harper's Ford, Eureka, CA, 1991 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carousel is located at Harper's Ford HW 101, Eureka, CA. |
| Mailing Address: | 4800 HW 101 N, Eureka, CA, 95503 |
| Telephone: | 707-443-7311 |
| Web Site: | www.harpermotors.com |
| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1939 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | This period of AH carousels was influence by Art Deco design. Inside scenery panels feature art deco style lighting alternating with traditional AH mirror panels. |
| History: | Mooney Grove, Visalia, CA, 1940 to 1985 Civic Center, Hanford, CA, 1985 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Highway 99 to Hanford exit. Carousel in downtown Civic Center area. Call for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 200 Santa Fe - Suite D, Hanford, CA, 93230-4595 |
| Telephone: | 559 582-5024 |
| Web Site: | www.visithanford.com/hfdvis23h |
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Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round
Griffith Park
Los Angeles, CA
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| Description: | Spillman Eng/Looff/Carmel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1926 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 68 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Stinson 165 |
| Comments: | Carousel building original to this location 1937. Currently under restoration but operating as usual. Reported as the carousel that started Disneyland. |
| History: | Mission Beach, San Diego, CA, 1926 to 1933 San Diego Expo, San Diego, CA, 1933 to 1935 Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA, 1937 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Two miles into the park from the Riverside & Los Feliz entrance. Open daily mid-June thru Labor Day: 11 to 5 pm. Open all weekends & holidays. |
| Mailing Address: | 323 Monterey Road, S Pasadena, CA, 91030 |
| Telephone: | 323-665-3051 |
| Web Site: | www.laparks.org/dos/parks/griffithPK/mgr.htm |
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W.E. (Bill) Mason Carousel
Oak Meadow Park
Los Gatos, CA
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| Description: | Savage Roundabout |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Roundabout |
| Year Built: | 1915 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: New Wurlitzer duplicate |
| Comments: | Carousel runs clockwise. Shipped around Cape Horn for Panama-Pacific Expo in 1915. Traveled with Foley & Burke a west coast railroad carnival from the 1930s to 1967. Wagon mounted center. A variety of U.S. and European carvings ride the platform. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Panama Pacific Expo, San Francisco, CA, 1915 to ? Foley & Burk Shows, CA, 1930 to 1967 Storage, San Francico, CA, 1967 to 1980 Oak Meadow Park, Los Gatos, CA, 1980 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Hwy 17, exit Hwy 9 (Los Gatos/Saratoga Rd), right on University. University to Blossom Hill, 1st left into park. Open Mar 15-Jun 15: Wed-Sun; Jun 15-Labor Day: Daily; Labor Day-Oct 31: Wed-Sun; Nov1-Mar 15 weekends. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 234, Los Gatos, CA, 95031-0234 |
| Telephone: | 408-395-RIDE |
| Web Site: | www.bjwrr.org |
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Running Horse Studio
Pasadena, CA
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| Description: | Allan Herschell Blue Goose |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Temporary Storage |
| Year Built: | 1920's |
| Type: | 1 rows, Portable, Stationary, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 10 Menagerie Animals (6GEE, 2PEL, 2PAR) |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Rare kiddie ride built by Allan Herschell. Carved geese with seats. |
| History: | Ol Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Waldameer Park, Erie, PA, Date Unknown to 1988 Storage, Unknown, MD, 1988 to 1995 Running Horse Studios, Irwindale, CA, 1995 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Ride is in storage at this time (2007). |
| Mailing Address: | 1660 La Vista Place, Pasadena, CA, 91103 |
| Telephone: | 626-793-1303 |
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Running Horse Studio
Pasadena, CA
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Temporary Storage |
| Year Built: | 1924-25 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | 29 horses & 1 chariot when purchased. Chariot from Balboa, 3 horses from Royersford, PA, 1 alum Pomona, 3 unk. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Marshall Scotty's Playground, El Cajon, CA, Date Unknown to 1986 storage, La Canada, CA, 1986 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carousel is in storage at this time (2007). |
| Mailing Address: | 1660 La Vista Place, Pasadena, CA, 91103 |
| Telephone: | 626-793-1303 |
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Running Horse Studio
Pasadena, CA
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Temporary Storage |
| Year Built: | 1923 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ |
| Comments: | Carousel under restoration. New fiberglass shields. Wood shields in storage. |
| History: | Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Frontier Village, San Jose, CA, 1955 to 1980 Santa's Village, Sky Forest, CA, 1980 to 1998 Running Horse Studios, Irwindale, CA, 1998 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carousel is in storage at this time (2007). |
| Mailing Address: | 1660 La Vista Place, Pasadena, CA, 91103 |
| Telephone: | 626-793-1303 |
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Castle Park
Riverside, CA
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| Description: | Dentzel Menagerie |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1907 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 18 Jumping Horses, 12 Standing Horses, 20 Menagerie Animals (1 Tiger, 1 Lion, 1 Goat, 3 Deer, 4 Rabbits, 4 Cats, 2 Bears, 4 Ostriches, 2 Pigs), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1.Wurl 146 /2. Ruth /3. Artizan |
| Comments: | Two level platform. Figures include a mixture of 19 original wood and 31 fiberglass reproductions. |
| History: | Unknown, Hershey Park, PA, 1907 to ? Knott's Berry Farm, Buena Park, CA, 1950s to 1984 Castle Park, Riverside, CA, 1985 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Contact park for hours of operation and directions. |
| Mailing Address: | 3500 Polk Street, Riverside, CA, 92505 |
| Telephone: | 951-785-3000 |
| Web Site: | www.castlepark.com |
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Funderland Carousel
Funderland Park
Sacramento, CA
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1940's |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Recorded music |
| Comments: | Mixture of platform figures: W&M, metal and 3 wood. New chariots. Replacement style Dentzel scenery. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Funderland, Sacramento, CA, 1947 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-5, take Sutterville Rd. exit (sign to zoo). East to Land Park Dr. left into zoo. Corner of Sutterville Rd and S Land Park Dr. Season Feb – Nov. Some weekends only. Call for operating dates and hours. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 221532, Sacramento, CA, 95822 |
| Telephone: | 916-456-0115 |
| Web Site: | www.funderlandpark.com |
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Balboa Park Carousel
Balboa Park
San Diego, CA
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2010 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1910 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 12 Jumping Horses, 15 Standing Horses, 25 Menagerie Animals (1 Camel, 2 Cats, 1 Deer, 2 Dogs, 1 Dragon, 2 Frogs, 2 Giraffes, 1 Goat, 1 Lion, 2 Mules, 2 Ostriches, 2 Pigs, 2 Roosters, 1 Stork, 1 Tiger, 2 Zebras), 3 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: North Tonawanda-1912 |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 1994 |
| Comments: | Speed 13 mph. Chariots: 1 double seat rocking/2 single seat w/2 small horses. |
| History: | Luna Park, Los Angeles, CA, 1910 to 1912 Balboa Park (Panama-CA Expo), San Diego, CA, 1914 to 1922 Balboa Park Prado Area, San Diego, CA, 1922 to 1968 Balbo Park Zoo Entrance, San Diego, CA, 1968 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | At entrance to San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park (Zoo Place & Park Blvd.) Operates summers: 7 days/wk 11am-5:30pm; winter: weekends & school holidays 11am - 5:30 pm |
| Mailing Address: | 1549 El Prado, San Diego,, CA, 92101 |
| Telephone: | 619-460-9000 |
| Web Site: | www.balboapark.org |
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Seaport Village
San Diego, CA
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| Description: | Looff |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2010 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1895 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 12 Standing Horses, 13 Menagerie Animals (1 Bear, 3 Camels, 1 Dog, 1 Dragon, 3 Giraffes, 1 Goat, 1 Lion, 1 Burro, 1 Elephant), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Mechanism is original. Carousel had figures from various manufacturers when acquired by Perron family. Converted to all Looff figures. Originally had no rounding boards. |
| History: | Fair Park, Dallas, TX, 1895 to ? Pacific Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA, 1958 to 1967 Amusement Park, Spanaway, WA, 1967 to 1982 Willamette Center, Portland, OR, 1984 to 1988 Lloyd Center, Portland, OR, 1988 to 1991 AmeriFloria '92, Columbus, OH, 1992 to 1992 Media City Center, Burbank, CA, 1997 to 2004 Seaport Village, San Diego, CA, 2004 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located downtown San Diego on San Diego Bay at Kettner Blvd and W Harbor Drive. Open daily. Call for carousel operating times. |
| Mailing Address: | 849 W Harbor Drive, Suite D, San Diego, CA, 92101 |
| Telephone: | 619-234-6133 |
| Web Site: | www.seaportvillage.com |
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Golden Gate Park
San Francisco, CA
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1914 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Jumping Horses, 10 Standing Horses, 24 Menagerie Animals (1 Tiger, 1 Lion, 1 Giraffe, 1 Stork, 1 Deer, 1 Goat, 1 Camel, 1 Dragon, 2 Frogs, 2 Cats, 2 Zebras, 2 Dogs, 2 Roosters, 2 Mules, 2 Ostriches, 2 Pigs), 2 chariots, 2 Tubs |
| Music: | Band Organ: Gebrueder-Bruder #107-52 keyless |
| Comments: | A Dentzel goat is onboard this carousel. Additional information is needed. |
| History: | Lincoln Park, Los Angeles, CA, 1914 to 1931 Lotus Isle, Portland, OR, 1931 to 1933 World's Fair - Treasure Island, San Francisco, CA, 1939 to 1940 Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA, 1940 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carousel at East end of park at 320 Bowling Green Dr. between John F. Kennedy Dr. and MLK Jr. Dr. Open daily, 10am-6pm, Memorial Day - Labor Day. The remainder of the year, open Friday-Sunday, 10am-4:30 pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco, CA, 94117 |
| Telephone: | 415-831-5500 |
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San Francisco Zoo
San Francisco, CA
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| Description: | Dentzel/Illions |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | c.1921 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 12 Standing Horses, 16 Menagerie Animals (4 Cats, 1 Deer, 1 Giraffe, 1 Lion, 2 Ostriches, 2 Pigs, 4 Rabbits, 1 Tiger), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Carousel at current location as early as1925. Child's park preceded zoo (1929). |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Pacific City Amus. Park, Redwood City, CA, Date Unknown to 1925? San Francisco Zoo, San Francisco, CA, 1925 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Entrance off Sloat Ave (off Great Highway - 35) South of Golden Gate Park. Carousel is straight ahead from main gate. Open daily hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 1 Zoo Road, San Francisco, CA, 94132 |
| Telephone: | 415-753-7080 |
| Web Site: | www.sfzoo.org |
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Yerba Buena Gardens
San Francisco, CA
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| Description: | Looff |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1906 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 44 Jumping Horses, 6 Standing Horses, 12 Menagerie Animals (4 Camels, 4 Giraffes, 4 Rams,), 4 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Tapes |
| Comments: | Purchased by the city of SF. Operates in new building in downtown SF. |
| History: | Luna Park, Seattle, WA, 1907 to 1914 Playland-at-the-Beach, San Francisco, CA, 1914 to 1972 Restoration/storage, Roswell, NM, 1972 to 1984 Shoreline Village, Long Beach, CA, 1984 to 1998 Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco, CA, 1998 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Corner of 4th St. and Howard. Located on rooftop at Yerba Buena Gardens. Two blocks south on 4th St. from Powell St. BART/MUNI stations. Open daily. Call for hours. |
| Mailing Address: | 221 4th St. at Howard, San Francisco, CA, 94103 |
| Telephone: | 415-820-3320 |
| Web Site: | www.yerbabuenagardens.com |
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Chase Palm Park
Santa Barbara, CA
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1917 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: CDs |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places |
| Comments: | Carousel has been completely restored. Carvings have incredible depth. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Seaport Village, San Diego, CA, Date Unknown to 1994 storage, Portland, OR, 1994 to 1999 Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara, CA, 1999 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara, CA. Contact the park for directions and hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 323 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101 |
| Telephone: | 805-897-1928 |
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz, CA
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| Description: | Looff |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1911 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 71 Jumping Horses, 2 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Ruth und Sohn 1894 orig. equip. |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm, Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Historical Register - 1987 |
| Comments: | Restored 1980 by SC Boardwalk ongoing restoration. Some horses from Myrtle Beach, SC and Belmont Park, San Diego (1978). |
| History: | Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz, CA, 1911 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located on the Santa Cruz Main Beach. Take Hwy 17 or One, Ocean St. exit, and follow signs to beach. (70 mi S of San Francisco). Open weekends year-round & most holidays; daily from Memorial Day to Labor Day. |
| Mailing Address: | 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 |
| Telephone: | 831-423-5590 |
| Web Site: | www.beachboardwalk.com |
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Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, CA
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| Description: | PTC #62 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #62 |
| Year Built: | 1922 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Jumping Horses, 16 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1922 Wurl 146 |
| Comments: | Two small standers (inside chariots) were on machine pre-1947. Original band organ returned to carousel. Wurlitzer 153 now in storage. Carousel building listed as National Historic Landmark in 1987 |
| History: | Cumberland Park, Nashville, TN, 1922 to 1941? Storage?, 1941 to 1942 Venice Beach Pier, Venice, CA, 1942 to 1947 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA, 1947 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Off I-10 West at 5th Street. Turn West at Colorado; pier end of Colorado. Pay parking on pier & at beach. Open year round Mon-Wed-Thu 11am - 5pm, Fri-Sat-Sun 11am - 7 pm, closed Tue, also closed Wed from 1st week Sep to 3rd week March; open Holidays. |
| Mailing Address: | 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA, 90401 |
| Telephone: | 310-394-8042 |
| Web Site: | www.santamonicapier.org |
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Six Flags Magic Mountain
Valencia, CA
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| Description: | PTC #21 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #21 |
| Year Built: | 1912 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 48 Jumping Horses, 16 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | 57' diameter platform. Many if not all original figures have been replaced with fiberglass figures. Rounding boards are copies of originals. |
| History: | Unknown, West Haven, CT, 1912 to ? Unknown, Milford, CT, Date Unknown to Unknown Capital Park, Hartford, CT, Date Unknown to Unknown Savin Rock, West Haven, CT, 1921 to 1971 Six Flags Magic Mountain, Valencia, CA, 1971 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located 38 miles north of Los Angeles on Interstate 5. Operating schedule varies during the year. Contact the park for information. |
| Mailing Address: | 26101 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia, CA, 91355 |
| Telephone: | 661-255-4100 |
| Web Site: | www.sixflags.com/magicMountain |
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Kit Carson Co.Fairgrounds
Burlington, CO
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| Description: | PTC #6 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #6 |
| Year Built: | 1905 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, Stationary, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 25 Standing Horses, 21 Menagerie Animals (2 Burros, 3 Camels, 1 Dog, 3 Deer, 3 Giraffes, 3 Goats, 1 Hippocampus, 1 Lion, 1 Tiger, 3 Zebras), 4 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1909 Wurl 155 (Monster) |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1982, Listed in the National Historical Register - 1987, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 1994 |
| Comments: | Originally built for Elitch Gardens in Denver, CO. Museum interpreting the carousel is located nearby. Original G.E. motor still drives the carousel. Four, two-seat chariots, two carved and two plain are on this machine. |
| History: | Elitch Gardens, Denver, CO, 1905 to 1928 Kit Carson Co. Fairgrounds, Burlington, CO, 1928 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-70 Exit 437. Go North and follow historic marker signs. Burlington is 150 mi East of Denver with a population of 3200. Operates Memorial Day to Labor Day 11am - 6pm. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O.Box 28, Stratton, CO, 80836 |
| Telephone: | 719-348-5562 |
| Web Site: | www.kitcarsoncountycarousel.com |
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoological Park
Colorado Springs, CO
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| Description: | Allan Herschell Ideal Two-Abreast |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2008 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Ideal Two-Abreast |
| Year Built: | 1925 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Stinson new 1999, Wurl 146 (in storage) |
| Comments: | Carousel restored 1998-99 by Will Morton. Horses have metal legs. Center pole 8" hinged to base. 36' dia. at cornice. 12 sweeps Wt. Originally powered by 10 HP double-cylinder gas engine. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown 1932 World's Fair, Seattle, WA, 1932 to ? Cheyenne Mtn. Zoo, Colorado Springs, CO, 1937 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Exit 138. West on Lake Ave. Left at Broadmore Hotel. Left on Cheyenne Mtn. Zoo Rd to gate. Daily Memorial Day to Labor Day. Weekends weather permitting. |
| Mailing Address: | 4250 Cheyenne Mtn. Zoo Rd, Colorado Springs, CO, 80906 |
| Telephone: | 719-633-9925 |
| Web Site: | www.cmzoo.org |
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Elitch Gardens
Denver, CO
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| Description: | PTC #51 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #51 |
| Year Built: | 1925-28 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 44 Jumping Horses, 18 Standing Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Roman style chariots w/jumpers. 2 small Dentzel standers on platform. Originally in Old Elitch Gardens. Ordered in 1925 delivered in 1928. Several PTC logo horses. |
| History: | Elitch Gardens (Old Location), Denver, CO, 1928 to 1995 Elitch Gardens (New Location), Denver, CO, 1995 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located in downtown Denver. Open 10am - 10pm Memorial Day through Labor Day. Other hours during off season. Please call for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 229 Walnut Street, Denver, CO, 80204 |
| Telephone: | 303-595-4386 |
| Web Site: | www.elitchgardens.com |
| Description: | Parker/Mix - Menagerie |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1908 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 16 Jumping Horses, 16 Standing Horses, 40 Menagerie Animals (2 Bears, 4 Burros, 3 Deer, 4 Dogs, 5 Goats, 2 Lions, 4 Pigs, 4 Rabbits, 2 Tigers, 2 Zebras, 2 Panthers, 1 Cheetah, 2 Monkeys, 3 Cougars), 4 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Unusual style of carvings. Probably one of a kind. 3-level platform. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Lakeside Park, Denver, CO, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | 46th Street and N. Sheridan Blvd. Regular season 2nd week in June - Labor Day. Hour of operation vary. Call for hours. |
| Mailing Address: | 4601 Sheridan Blvd, Denver, CO, 80212 |
| Telephone: | 303-477-1621 |
| Web Site: | www.lakesideamusementpark.com |
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Santa's Workshop
North Pole, CO
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1920 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 8 Jumping Horses, 10 Menagerie Animals (10 1 Deer - Fbgl), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 125 Military (in park-not at MGR) |
| Comments: | Restoration in progress. Carousel may have been at Crystal City Park, OK previous to this location. A Crystal City Park ticket was found in a horse. Uses only 2 rows. Some AH horses on the platform. Reindeer are metal-custom made. Chariots are new/plain. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Crystal City Park, Tulsa, OK, Date Unknown to 1940? Santa's Workshop, North Pole, CO, 1966 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located 10 miles West of Colorado Springs on Hwy 24 at the foot of Pike's Peak highway. Open daily mid May – mid Aug. Closed Wed & Thu mid Aug – Dec 24th weather permitting. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | North Pole, CO, 80809 |
| Telephone: | 719-684-9432 |
| Web Site: | www.santas-colo.com |
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Pueblo City Park
Pueblo, CO
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| Description: | Parker #72/S&G |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #72 |
| Year Built: | 1911 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 1 chariot, 1 Tub |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 146A - 1920 - #3292 |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1983 |
| Comments: | Carousel saved by city & citizens of Pueblo and restored. Reopened 24 May 1985 exactly 71 years after orig. opening. 12 outside row horses are S&G. Inside row horses are Parkers. |
| History: | Exposition & Amusement Co., CO, 1911 to 1913 Lake Minnequa Amus. Pk., Pueblo, CO, 1914 to 1940 Pueblo City Park, Pueblo, CO, 1940 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take Hwy 50 West from I-25 to Pueblo Blvd. Continue until Goodnight Ave. and park entrance. Open Tuesdays - Sunday 6:30pm – 9:30pm Memorial Day - Mid August. Weekends only Mid August - Labor Day. |
| Mailing Address: | 800 Goodnight Avenue, Pueblo, CO, 81005 |
| Telephone: | 719-566-1745 |
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Lake Compounce
Bristol, CT
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| Description: | Carmel/Looff/S&G/Murphy |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1893 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 27 Jumping Horses, 22 Standing Horses, 1 Menagerie Animal (1 Goat), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 153 |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places |
| Comments: | Purchased by park in 1911 as used machine 18 yrs old. Park opened in 1846 - the oldest continually operating park in US. New carousel building 2003. |
| History: | Savin Rock, West Haven, CT, 1896 to 1911 Lake Compounce Fest.Park, Bristol, CT, 1911 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From CT: I-84 to exit 31. Go North on Route 229. Follow the signs. Open Memorial Day Weekend to last weekend in Sept. Phone 860-583-3300 for hours and schedule. |
| Mailing Address: | 822 Lake Avenue, Bristol, CT, 06010 |
| Telephone: | 860-583-3300 |
| Web Site: | www.lakecompounce.com |
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Bushnell Park
Hartford, CT
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| Description: | Stein & Goldstein |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1914 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 12 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 153 |
| Comments: | Carousel restored in 1989. Managed by The New England Carousel Museum. Phone number and mailing address is for the museum. |
| History: | Unknown, Albany, NY, 1914 to 1940 Meyers Lake Amusement Park, Canton, OH, 1940 to 1975 Bushnell Park, Hartford, CT, 1975 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-91, take Capital Area Exit into park. From I-84, take Asylum Ave. Exit - take right into park. Operates May to mid-Oct. Tue – Sun. Some weekend operation in fall. Please call the New England Carousel Museum 860 585-5411. |
| Mailing Address: | 95 Riverside Avenue, Rt. 72, Bristol, CT, 06010 |
| Telephone: | 860-585-5411 |
| Web Site: | www.bushnellpark.org |
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Lighthouse Point Park
New Haven, CT
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| Description: | Murphy-Carmel/Looff |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | c.1911 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 56 Jumping Horses, 13 Standing Horses, 1 Menagerie Animal (1 Camel), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Stinson-Wurl 165 style |
| Comments: | Two dragon chariots and one camel. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Lighthouse Point Park, New Haven, CT, 1916 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Route I-95 North to Exit 50 (Woodward Ave.). Turn right at 2nd light (Townsend Ave). Continue on Townsend to 2nd light (Lighthouse Rd). Bear right - Park at end of road. Open daily Memorial Day to Labor Day. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 2 Lighthouse Road, New Haven, CT, 06512 |
| Telephone: | 203-946-8327 |
| Web Site: | www.newhavenparks.org |
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Crandon Park Carousel
Crandon Park
Key Biscayne, FL
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1949 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Original Merri-Org box w/CD |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location |
| Comments: | Carousel is near original factory condition. Horses are metal with some wood & metal horses. FL Historical Preservation Award 2001. |
| History: | Crandon Park, Key Biscayne, FL, 1950 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Miami FL - Brickell Ave to Rickenbacker Causeway to Island of Key Biscayne. Located in Crandon Park. Enter through the South Beach parking entrance. Summer hours daily from 10am - 5pm. After labor - weekends. Open by appointment. Rides 3 for $1 |
| Mailing Address: | 4000 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL, 33149 |
| Telephone: | 305-361-7385 |
| Web Site: | www.gmcvb.com/crandon_park_beach.asp |
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Cinderella's Golden Carrousel
Walt Disney World
Lake Buena Vista, FL
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| Description: | PTC #46 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #46 |
| Year Built: | 1917 |
| Type: | 5 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 90 Jumping Horses |
| Music: | Band Organ: Music recorded. |
| Comments: | Original 4 chariots removed. Outside row horses converted to jumpers. Platform 60' diameter (largest). |
| History: | Palace Gardens, Detroit, MI, 1917 to 1928 Olympic Park, Maplewood, NJ, 1928 to 1965 Walt Disney World, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 1971 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Exit 25B of I-4. Twenty miles SW of Orlando. Follow signs to WDW. Open year-round, hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | Box 10040, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830-1040 |
| Telephone: | 407-939-6244 |
| Web Site: | www.waltdisneyworld.com |
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Funshine Amusements
Merrit Island, FL
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Privately Owned |
| Year Built: | 1930's |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Two row AH in original condition. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Coney Island, NY, Date Unknown to Unknown Traveling Carnival, Baltimore, MD, Date Unknown to 1990 Unknown, Merritt Island, FL, 1990 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Private operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 6560 Blossom Road, Merritt Island, FL, 32953 |
| Telephone: | 321-452-6538 |
| Web Site: | www.funshineamusements.com |
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Riverview Carousel
Six Flags Over Georgia
Austell, GA
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| Description: | PTC #17 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #17 |
| Year Built: | 1908 |
| Type: | 5 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 56 Jumping Horses, 14 Standing Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1995 |
| Comments: | One of four 5 row carousels built by PTC. One of two still operating and the only one in original configuration. |
| History: | Riverview Park, Chicago, IL, 1908 to 1969 Six Flags Over Georgia, Atlanta, GA, 1971 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-20 West to Six Flags exit (12 miles West of Atlanta). Park open Spring: weekends; Memorial Day - Mid August Daily; Labor Day-Halloween: weekends.. |
| Mailing Address: | 275 Riverside Parkway, SW, Austell, GA, 30168 |
| Telephone: | 770739-3400 |
| Web Site: | www.sixflags.com/overGeorgia |
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Lake Winnepesaukah
Rossville, GA
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| Description: | PTC #39 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #39 |
| Year Built: | 1916 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 64 Jumping Horses, 2 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Model 33 Ruth, 52 keyless |
| Comments: | Chariots-1 w/Cupid & Swan, 1 plain. Originally placed in Atlanta by and operated by PTC. Recent info found that the Southeastern Fairgrounds and Lakewood Park are one in the same. |
| History: | Southeastern Fairgrounds at Lakewood Park, Atlanta, GA, 1916 to 1965 Lake Winnepesaukah, Rossville, GA, 1965 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-75 Southbound Exit 1 (Northbound exit 1B), turn West. At 5th light, left onto McBrien Rd. Continue straight to park entrance. Open April & September: weekends only; June-August: Thurs-Sun. Special holiday hours. Call for more information. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 91498, Chattanooga, TN, 37412 |
| Telephone: | 706-866-5681 |
| Web Site: | www.lakewinnie.com |
| Description: | Armitage-Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Temporary Storage |
| Year Built: | 1900? |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 1 Tub |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Additional information needed. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Omaha, NE, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Boise, ID, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Not operating at this time. |
| Mailing Address: | 3823 N 36th Street, Boise, ID, 83703 |
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Funland Park
Idaho Falls, ID
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1947 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 10 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: CD's |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location |
| Comments: | Has been in this original location since 1947. A well maintained machine. Funland is located at Tautphaus Park. |
| History: | Tautphaus Park Zoo, Idaho Falls, ID, 1947 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Open everyday May – Sept 10 am – 7 pm |
| Mailing Address: | 178 N 4400 E, Rigby, ID, 83442 |
| Telephone: | 208-525-9814 |
| Web Site: | www.funland-idaho.com |
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Idaho Centennial Carousel
Porter Park
Rexburg, ID
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | c.1926 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 38 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1996 Stinson |
| Comments: | Carousel has 12 new carved horses in the Spillman Engineering style. Restored and dedicated 3 July 1990. Designated by Legislature as Idaho Centennial Carousel. Volunteer effort to restore. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Liberty Park, Salt Lake City, UT, Date Unknown to 1947 Rainbow Park, Ogden, UT, 1947 to 1952 Porter Park, Rexburg, ID, 1952 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Rexburg/Salmon exit Hwy 80. East to 3rd West; South 2 blocks. Carousel on SW corner of park in pavilion. Operates Memorial Day - Labor Day. Mon - Sat depending on weather. Special openings by appointment. |
| Mailing Address: | 12 N. Center, Rexburg, ID, 83440 |
| Telephone: | 208-359-3020 |
| Web Site: | www.rexcc.com/thingstodo/attractions/carousel.html |
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Eastland Mall
Bloomington, IL
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| Description: | Allan Herschell Kiddie |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1950's |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 4 Menagerie Animals (VARIOUS), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | AH kiddie machine with various wood and metal animals. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Eastland Mall, Bloomington, IL, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Mall is located W of Business 55 in Bloomington, IL. Carousel operates during mall hours. |
| Mailing Address: | 1615 East Empire Street, Bloomington, IL, 61701-3547 |
| Telephone: | 309-663-5361 |
| Web Site: | www.ishopeastlandmall.com |
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St. Clair Square Mall
Fairview Heights, IL
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| Description: | Allan Herschell Kiddie |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1950's |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 16 Horses, 4 Menagerie Animals (VARIOUS), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | AH kiddie machine with various wood and metal animals. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown St. Clair Square, Fairview Heights, MO, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Mall located 12 miles E of St. Louis S of I-64. Operates during mall hours. |
| Mailing Address: | 134 St. Clair Square, Fairview Heights, MO, 62208-2135 |
| Telephone: | 618-632-4567 |
| Web Site: | www.stclairsquare.com |
| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1929 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Recorded music |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm |
| Comments: | Two row machine. Horses are not original to the machine. |
| History: | Legend City, Mesa, AZ, Date Unknown to ? Wild West City, Rapid City, SD, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Angola, IN, Date Unknown to Unknown |
| Directions/Hours: | Take I-69 to Exit 150. Go 3/4 mile North on County Rd 200 West. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day daily at 10 am; May and September: weekends. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 704, Angola, IN, 46703 |
| Telephone: | 260-833-2972 |
| Web Site: | www.funspotpark.com |
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The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
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| Description: | Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | c.1900 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 17 Jumping Horses, 14 Standing Horses, 11 Menagerie Animals (1 LionN, 1 Tiger, 3 Goats, 3 Giraffes, 3 Deer), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 105 |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Historical Register - 1987 |
| Comments: | Continuous upkeep. Animals are reconditioned in conservation lab one at a time on rotation basis. Dentzel animals on Mangels frame. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Broad Ripple Park, Indianapolis, IN, 1917 to 1956 Parks Department, Indianapolis, Indianapolis, IN, 1956 to 1969 Children's Museum, Indianapolis, IN, 1969 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-65 N to 29/30th St. exit. 29th St. E to Illinois. Left on Illinois to 30th. Museum on NE corner of 30th and Illinois. Open daily. Closed most Mondays during winter. Closed some holidays. Contact museum for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 3000 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46208-4716 |
| Telephone: | 317-334-3322 |
| Web Site: | www.childrensmuseum.org |
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The Children's Museum of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
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| Description: | English Unknown |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | DISPLAY |
| Year Built: | 1890's |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Suspended Swing, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 12 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | In collections storage. Donated to museum by Wally Zollam, M.D. in 1987. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, IN, 1987 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-65 N to 29/30th St. exit. 29th St. E to Illinois. Left on Illinois to 30th. Museum on NE corner of 30th and Illinois. Open daily. Closed most Mondays during winter. Closed some holidays. Contact museum for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 3000 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46208-4716 |
| Telephone: | 317-334-3322 |
| Web Site: | www.childrensmuseum.org |
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Riverside Park
Logansport, IN
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| Description: | Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1999 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | c.1902 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, Stationary, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 33 Standing Horses, 11 Menagerie Animals (3 Giraffes, 3 Goats, 3 Deer, 1 Lion, 1 Tiger), 3 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm, Listed in the National Historical Register - 1987, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 2008 |
| Comments: | Operates in a newly constructed all-weather building. One of three Dentzel stationary (non-jumping) carousels still operating. |
| History: | Robison Park, Fort Wayne, IN, 1902 to 1919 Spencer Park, Logansport, IN, 1919 to 1950 Riverside Park, Logansport, IN, 1950 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Three blocks North off US 24 West at 11th & Broadway or 4 blocks North off US 24 East at 11 & Market. Carousel seasonally and is available for special events. Call for hours. |
| Mailing Address: | 1208 Riverside Drive, Logansport, IN, 46947 |
| Telephone: | 219-753-8725 |
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MidWest Old Threshers
Mt. Pleasant, IA
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| Description: | Norman & Evans |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Model: | track machine-steam engine |
| Year Built: | 1894 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 125 Military |
| Comments: | Steam powered. Operated at Old Threshers in 60s-70s. Sold to J. Ottaway who restored machine and operated it in Kansas. New Building and recently restored horses. Only Norman & Evans carousel known to be in operation. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown MidWest Old Threshers, Mt. Pleasant, IA, 1960s to 1970s Cowtown Park, Wichita, KS, 1989 to 1994 MidWest Old Threshers, Mt. Pleasant, IA, 1994 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Midwest Old Threshers grounds located in Mt. Pleasant, IA. Operates Midwest Old Threshers Reunion - 5 days, ending Labor Day and special events. |
| Mailing Address: | 405 East Threshers Road, Mt. Pleasant, IA, 52641-2584 |
| Telephone: | 319-385-8937 |
| Web Site: | www.oldthreshers.org |
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Story City Carousel
North Park
Story City, IA
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1913 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 6 Menagerie Animals (2 Dogs, 2 Pigs, 2 Roosters), 2 chariots, 1 Tub |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl (1936) |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places |
| Comments: | Two chariots including one with Uncle Sam. The carousel also has a spinning tub. Carousel bought by community in 1938. Restored in 1982 |
| History: | Carnival, IA, Date Unknown to 1938 Downtown, Story City, IA, 1938 to 1970's North Park, Story City, IA, 1982 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located in North Park. Open daily Memorial Day - Labor Day. Mon & Tues noon - 6 pm; Wed though Sun noon until 9 pm. May & Sept: Sat & Sun noon until 8 pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 602 Broad Street, Story City, IA, 50248 |
| Telephone: | 515-733-4214 |
| Web Site: | www.storycity.net |
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Abilene Parker
Heritage Center
Abilene, KS
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| Description: | C. W. Parker |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Track-steam |
| Year Built: | 1901 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 125 |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Historical Register - 1987, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 1995 |
| Comments: | Bought in 1928 by Jimmie Weisner who ran it each summer for 30 yrs. In 1959 sold to Tom Knight (Riverton, WY). |
| History: | Unknown, Abilene, KS, 1901 to 1959 Unknown, Riverton, WY, 1959 to 1976 Heritage Center, Abilene, KS, 1976 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-70, Abilene exit (Exit 275) South on Buckeye St., East on S.E. 3rd, South on Campbell. Open daily extended Memorial Day – Labor Day. Contact museum for hours. |
| Mailing Address: | 412 S. Campbell Street, Abilene, KS, 67410 |
| Telephone: | 785-263-2681 |
| Web Site: | www.heritagecenterdk.com |
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Classic
C.W. Parker Carousel Museum
Leavenworth, KS
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| Description: | Parker #118 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1913 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 27 Jumping Horses, 2 Menagerie Animals (2 Rabbits), 1 chariot, 1 Tub |
| Music: | Band Organ: Artizan AX1 |
| Comments: | Built for Fred Shew traveling carnival. 40' diameter platform. |
| History: | Fred Shew Carnival, Granview, IA, 1913 to 1957 Ce-Mar Amusement Park, Cedar Rapids, IA, 1957 to 1968 Storage, Ce-Mar Park, IA, 1968 to 1971 Storage, N. Liberty, IA, 1971 to 1979 Storage, Barboo, WI, 1979 to 1989 Jerry Frese, N. Liberty, IA, 1989 to 1997 C.W. Parker Carousel Museum, C.W. Parker Carousel Museum, KS, 1997 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located in a newly dedicated building in downtown Leavenworth. Opened 4-30-05. Call for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 320 S Esplanade, Leavenworth, KS, 66048 |
| Telephone: | 913-682-1331 |
| Web Site: | www.firstcitymuseums.org |
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NCA
C.W. Parker Carousel Museum
Leavenworth, KS
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| Description: | Primitive Handcrank |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1850 - 65 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Suspended Swing, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 12 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Owned by the NCA and displayed at C.W. Parker Carousel Museum. Operates as an exhibit only, no riders. Operates by two hand cranks. Rescued at the last minute from the Long Island Heritage Museum. Two bench type chariots are on the machine. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Gwynn Oak Park, Baltimore, MD, pre-1900 to 1979 Sands Point Preserve, Pt. Washington, NY, 1979 to 1997 C.W. Parker Carousel Museum, Leavenworth, KS, 1997 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located in a newly dedicated building in downtown Leavenworth. Opened 4-30-05. Call for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 320 S Esplanade, Leavenworth, KS, 66048 |
| Telephone: | 913-682-1331 |
| Web Site: | www.firstcitymuseums.org |
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Carousel In the Park
Gage Park
Topeka, KS
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1908 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 23 Jumping Horses, 13 Menagerie Animals (1 Camel, 1 Deer, 2 Dogs, 1 Goat, 2 Pigs, 2 Rabbits, 2 Roosters, 2 Zebras), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 125 |
| Comments: | 24 horses and 2 zebras are wood. One horse (Parker style) and remaining menagerie figures are aluminum. Chariots: Indian Chief with Goat head & Boy with Goose. Platform has a "Grasshopper" jumping mechanism. |
| History: | Unknown, Philadelphia, PA, 1908 to ? Longview Amus. Park, Longview, TX, 1947 to 1957 Boyles Joyland, Topeka, KS, 1957 to 1987 Gage Park, Topeka, KS, 1987 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-70, take Gage Blvd. Exit. Go South to 6th St. Turn Right on 6th and Left at Zoo Parkway - then Right on Reinch Pkwy. Operates: May 7 to Labor Day: 7 days/week; weekends from Apr 1 to May 7 and during Sept & Oct. |
| Mailing Address: | 215 E.7th - Room 259, Topeka, KS, 66603 |
| Telephone: | 785-368-3838 |
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New Orleans City Park
New Orleans, LA
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| Description: | Bartholomew Murphy |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1906 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 21 Standing Horses, 3 Menagerie Animals (1 Giraffe, 1 Lion, 1 Camel), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1915 Wurl 150 |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1988 |
| Comments: | Some figures from Spanish Fort carousel (also Murphy) probably used on this platform. Mixture of Carmel, Looff and Murphy carvings. |
| History: | New Orleans City Park, New Orleans, LA, 1906 to 1928 New Orleans City Park, New Orleans, LA, 1928 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From downtown, take Canal St. to Carrollton. Turn right on Carrollton to City Park (4 miles from downtown). Contact the park for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | One Palm Drive, New Orleans, LA, 70124 |
| Telephone: | 504-482-4888 |
| Web Site: | www.neworleanscitypark.com |
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Willowbrook Museum Village
Newfield, ME
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| Description: | Armitage-Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1894 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: DeKleist-Limonaire organ |
| Comments: | Horses have galloping motion. Organ with black-faced figure turning crank. Carousel operates for exhibit only-no rides. |
| History: | New Eng.Agricultural Fair, Saco, ME, 1894 to 1930s Willowbrook at Newfield, Newfield, ME, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Off Rte 11-Newfield. Carousel is one of more complete Armitage-Herschell machines. Orig. steam boiler, engine & ticket booth. Open May 15-Sept 30: daily 10am-5pm. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 28, Newfield, ME, 04056 |
| Telephone: | 207-793-2784 |
| Web Site: | www.willowbrookmuseum.org |
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Papoose Pond Resort
Waterford, ME
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1919 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 18 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Two row portable with half and half horses. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Papoose Pond Resort, Waterford, ME, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located at Waterford, ME west of Norway. Only operates 1 hour per day, 6pm - 7pm, 1st week of July - Labor Day. |
| Mailing Address: | 700 Norway Road, Waterford, ME, 04088 |
| Telephone: | 207-583-4174 |
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Inner Harbor Carousel
Harbor Place
Baltimore, MD
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1905 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 14 Jumping Horses, 14 Menagerie Animals (2 Dogs, 2 Pigs, 4 Roosters, 4 Zebras, 2 Frogs), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Orig. transmission & wooden clutch. It is one of three 16-sweep, 40 foot machines produced. |
| History: | Unknown, Cheektowaga, NY, 1905 to 1966 Jon Abbot, Clarkston, MI, 1976 to 1979 Harbor Place, Baltimore, MD, 1981 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | In downtown Baltimore at Inner Harbor - next to Maryland Science Center. Operates April - October. |
| Mailing Address: | Pratt & Light Streets, Baltimore, MD, 21202 |
| Telephone: | 877-225-8466 |
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Glen Echo Park
Glen Echo, MD
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| Description: | Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1921 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Jumping Horses, 12 Standing Horses, 12 Menagerie Animals (1 Giraffe, 1 Lion, 4 Ostriches, 4 Rabbits, 1 Tiger, 1 Deer), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 165 |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1984, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 2005 |
| Comments: | When park closed in 1968, a public campaign raised $80000 to repurchase carousel. Given to Nat Park Service. Completely restored by Rosa Ragan. |
| History: | Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD, 1921 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-495 exits 40 or 41 East. Two miles to MacArthur Blvd. Follow signs. At intersection of MacArthur Blvd & Route 614. Open early May - late Sept; Wed & Thurs 10am-2pm; Fri in July/Aug only 10am-2pm, Sat & Sun 12noon-6pm. .75 cents per ride. |
| Mailing Address: | 7300 Mac Arthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD, 20812 |
| Telephone: | 301 634-2222 |
| Web Site: | www.glenechopark.org |
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Trimper's Rides & Amusements
Ocean City, MD
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1902 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 12 Jumping Horses, 11 Standing Horses, 25 Menagerie Animals (1 Camel, 2 Cats, 1 Deer, 2 Dogs, 1 Dragon, 2 Frogs, 2 Giraffes, 1 Goat, 1 Lion, 2 Mules, 2 Ostriches, 2 Pigs, 2 Roosters, 1 Stork, 1 Tiger, 2 Zebras), 4 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: In building |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 1996 |
| Comments: | Bill Kromer band organ located in building. Plays Wurlitzer 125 rolls. |
| History: | Trimper's Rides & Amusements, Ocean City, MD, 1902 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located at South end of Boardwalk in Ocean City. Carousel located in building with other antique rides including a 1920s Mangles Children's carousel. Carousel operates weekends year round. Daily operation mid June - early September. |
| Mailing Address: | South First Street & The Boardwalk, Ocean City, MD, 21842 |
| Telephone: | 410-289-8617 |
| Web Site: | www.beach-net.com/trimpers |
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Watkins Regional Park
Upper Marlboro, MD
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| Description: | Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | c.1905 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 15 Jumping Horses, 16 Standing Horses, 13 Menagerie Animals (1 Goat, 1 Deer, 1 Hippocampus, 2 Lions, 1 Ostrich, 1 Kangaroo, 2 Burros, 2 Bison, 2 Tigers, 1 Rabbit), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Recorded music |
| Comments: | Figures include articulated kangaroo. The ring machine is original but not operated. Original lion on display in the carousel building. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Chesapeake Beach, MD, 1929 to 1972 Watkins Regional Park, Upper Marlboro, MD, 1972 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Washington DC Beltway (I-95) Exit 15A. Drive 3 miles. Make right on Watkins Park Drive - 3/4 mile - right into park. Open season May-Sept. |
| Mailing Address: | 301 Watkins Park Dr., Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774 |
| Telephone: | 301-218-6700 |
| Web Site: | www.pgparks.com/places/parks/watkins.html |
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Wheaton Regional Park
Wheaton, MD
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1910-15 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 33 Jumping Horses, 3 Menagerie Animals (3 Zebras), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Moved to MD in 1982. From 60’s to 1982, owned by Jim Wells and operated on the Mall, in Washington D.C. Mixture of H-S and Spillman Engineering figures. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown The Mall, Washington, DC, 1960s to 1981 Wheaton Regional Park, Wheaton, MD, 1981 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take Hwy 495 (Beltway) to Exit 31 Georgia Ave/MD 97 N.-north 3 miles to Shorefield Rd - turn right. May through Aug daily. Weekends spring and fall. Contact the park for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 12012 Kemp Mill Rd, Wheaton, MD, 20902 |
| Telephone: | 301-942-6703 |
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Six Flags New England
Agawam, MA
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| Description: | Mangels-Illions |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1909 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 48 Jumping Horses, 20 Standing Horses, 4 Menagerie Animals (1 Lion, 2 Deer, 1 Tiger), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 146-B |
| Comments: | Restored to original 86-87 from Barney Illions' notes. Includes 1 of only 4 "American Beauty" lead horses by Illions. |
| History: | Savin Rock, West Haven, CT, 1909 to 1940 6 Flags NE/Riverside Park, Agawam, MA, 1940 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | On Route 159. Located 1623 Main St. in Agawam. Hours vary during season. Call for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 1623 Main Street, Agawam, MA, 01001 |
| Telephone: | 413- 786-9300 |
| Web Site: | www.sixflags.com/newengland |
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The Fall River Carousel
Battleship Cove
Fall River, MA
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| Description: | PTC #54 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #54 |
| Year Built: | 1920 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Jumping Horses, 20 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Mix plays Wurl 150 rolls |
| Comments: | 46' machine. Chariots: 1 Columbia with flag & eagle; 1 maiden with Cherub. Similar to PTC #62. Ceiling panels between sweeps |
| History: | Lincoln Park, North Dartmouth, MA, 1920 to 1991 Battleship Cove, Fall River, MA, 1991 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located at Battleship Cove on waterfront at Fall River. Exit 8 off I-195. Carousel operates late Jun – Labor Day every day. Weekends late May to Mid June. Call for operating times. Available year round for private functions. |
| Mailing Address: | Five Water Street, Fall River, MA, 02722-0111 |
| Telephone: | 508 678-1100 |
| Web Site: | www.battleshipcove.org |
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Holyoke Merry-Go-Round
Holyoke Heritage State Park
Holyoke, MA
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| Description: | PTC #80 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #80 |
| Year Built: | 1927-29 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Jumping Horses, 20 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Artizan #560 & NorthTonawanda |
| Comments: | Some horses carved by Muller including the armored horse. Original paintings on rounding boards and panels. Wood center pole. Orig. Auchy drive with electric motor. Friends became owners 2 Mar 90. Purchase price $850K. |
| History: | Mountain Park, Holyoke, MA, 1927 to 1988 Heritage Park, Holyoke, MA, 1993 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take I-91, Exit 16 to Appleton St. Follow signs to park. Open weekends from Sept-June; Tues-Sun during July-Labor Day. Other hours during school vacations. Open holidays except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year Day. |
| Mailing Address: | 221 Appleton St., Holyoke, MA, 01040-5714 |
| Telephone: | 413-538-9838 |
| Web Site: | www.holyokemerrygoround.org |
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Paragon Carousel
Carousel Station
Hull, MA
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| Description: | PTC #85 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #85 |
| Year Built: | 1928 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 42 Jumping Horses, 24 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 146B w/153 Facade 1928 |
| Comments: | Revamped after 1963 fire at OL. In April 1986, carousel & building (120 tons) moved on flatbed truck to Hull. Op July1,86. Restoration is ongoing. |
| History: | Paragon Park, Nantasket Beach, MA, 1928 to 1986 Carousel Station, Hull, MA, 1986 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Follow Rt. 3 from Boston towards Cape Cod. Take exit 14 (Rockland/Nantasket), left on Rte 228 to Nantasket Beach. Carousel is on left across from beach. Open the last weekend in March until October 31. Hours of operation vary. |
| Mailing Address: | Box 100, Hull, MA, 02045 |
| Telephone: | 781-925-0472 |
| Web Site: | www.paragoncarousel.com |
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Flying Horses
Martha's Vineyard
Oak Bluffs, MA
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| Description: | Dare |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1999 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1876 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Park, Stationary, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Standing Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Stinson |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1976, Listed in the National Historical Register - 1988, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 1994 |
| Comments: | Oldest platform carousel in U.S. Two ring machines. Horses: glass sulfide eyes-leather ears. Chariots: 3 dragon, 1 fish. |
| History: | Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY, Date Unknown to 1884 Martha's Vineyard, Oak Bluffs, MA, 1884 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | In center of downtown Oak Bluffs on Martha's Vineyard. Runs seasonally-Easter to Columbus Day. |
| Mailing Address: | P. O. Box 5277, Edgartown, MA, 02539 |
| Telephone: | 508-693-9481 |
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Heritage Museums & Gardens
Sandwich, MA
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| Description: | Looff |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1911-12 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 29 Jumping Horses, 2 Menagerie Animals (2 Goats), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 105 not in use |
| Comments: | Giraffe removed from carousel and displayed with other menagerie figures. Several menagerie figures on display including Dentzel cat, rabbit, HS frog. RST 1969-72, repainted 2001. |
| History: | Unknown, Riverside, RI, 1911 to ? Unknown, Fall River, MA, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Provincetown, MA, Date Unknown to 1969 Heritage Plantation, Sandwich, MA, 1969 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located off Route 6 in the center of Sandwich. Go to end of Grove St. which starts at the Town Hall. Open daily Apr through Oct 31, 10am until 5pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 67 Grove Street, Sandwich, MA, 02563-2147 |
| Telephone: | 508-888-3300 |
| Web Site: | www.heritagemuseumsandgardens.org |
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Greenfield Village
Dearborn, MI
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1913 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 21 Jumping Horses, 19 Menagerie Animals (1 Cat, 1 Deer, 2 Dogs, 1 Dragon, 1 Frog, 2 Giraffes, 1 Goat, 1 Lion, 2 Pigs, 1 Stork, 1 Tiger, 2 Zebras, 3 Roosters), 3 chariots, 1 Tub |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1900 Artizan w/Wurl 153 façade |
| Comments: | Carousel recently restored (2007). Chariots: 1 rocking; 1 Neptune; 1 Leida & Swan. |
| History: | Barbary Coast, San Francisco, CA, 1913 to 1922 Liberty Lake Park, Spokane, WA, 1923 to 1950s? Storage, Date Unknown to 1962 Unknown, Roswell, NM, 1962 to 1973 Greenfield Village, Dearborn, MI, 1973 to 2000 Greenfield Village, Dearborn, MI, 2000 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carousel is located in Greenfield Village. Take I-75, I-94, M39, US 12. Greenfield Village is 12 miles W of Detroit in Dearborn. Signs posted. Operates daily mid-Apr through Oct. Open Fri – Sun Nov through Dec 31. |
| Mailing Address: | 20900 Oakwood Blvd, Dearborn, MI, 48124 |
| Telephone: | 313-271-1620 |
| Web Site: | www.hfmgv.org |
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Crossroads Village
Flint, MI
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| Description: | Parker |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1912 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 40 Jumping Horses, 1 chariot |
| Music: | Band Organ: Artizan 1925 plays 125 rolls & MIDI |
| Notes: | Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 2009 |
| Comments: | 4 metal kiddie-sized horses have a Nanny's bench behind them. |
| History: | Washington Park, El Paso, TX, Date Unknown to 1943? Fairmont City Park, Riverside, CA, Date Unknown to 1983 Crossroads Village, Flint, MI, 1983 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | N of Flint. Follow I-475 either I-75 or I-69 to Saginaw St. (exit 13). Saginaw St. N to Stanley Rd, E on Stanley to Bray Rd, S to Village. Contact the park for operating dates and times. |
| Mailing Address: | 5045 Stanley Road, Flint, MI, 48506 |
| Telephone: | 810-736-7100 |
| Web Site: | www.geneseecountyparks.org |
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Van Andel Museum Center
Grand Rapids, MI
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering/Looff |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2008 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1928 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 40 Jumping Horses, 4 Standing Horses, 6 Menagerie Animals (1 Tiger, 1 Goat, 1 Deer, 1 Camel, 1 Lion, 1 Giraffe), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1928 Wurl 157 |
| Comments: | Has original ticket booth. Opened Nov. 94 after restoration. Mixture of Spillman Engineering, Herschell-Spillman, Looff and Carmel figures on the platform. |
| History: | Lakewood Park, Barnesville, PA, 1928 to 1982 Grand Rapids Public Museum, Grand Rapids, MI, 1982 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From US 131, use Pearl St. Exit 85B. From I-196 W, use Ottawa Ave/Downtown Exit 77C. From I-196 E, use Lake Michigan Dr. Exit 75, E to downtown. Open everyday except New Years Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Hours are 9 - 5, Sunday 12 - 5. |
| Mailing Address: | 272 Pearl Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49504-5371 |
| Telephone: | 616-456-3977 |
| Web Site: | www.grmuseum.com |
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Dutch Village
Holland, MI
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1924 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Only 2 rows in use. Middle row vacant. Some horses on display |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Flying Lady Restaurant, Gilroy, CA, Date Unknown to Unknown Castle Golf Center, Redondo Beach, CA, Date Unknown to ? Dutch Village, Holland, MI, 1983 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located 1/2 mile North of Holland on US 31 at corner of James St. Park open Apr - Oct 9-5 seven days/wk. Open later in evening June -August. |
| Mailing Address: | 12350 James Street, Holland, MI, 49424 |
| Telephone: | 616-396-1475 |
| Web Site: | www.dutchvillage.com |
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Windmill Island Municipal Park
Holland, MI
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| Description: | DeBoer Bros. (Dutch) |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Kiddie |
| Year Built: | c.1908 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Park, Stationary, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Standing Horses, 4 Menagerie Animals (2 Zebras, 2 Pigs), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Originally built and owned by DeBoer Bros. From Alteveer. |
| History: | Mr. Beer, Nieuve Pekela, GRO, Date Unknown to 1971 Windmill Island Municipal Park, Holland, MI, 1971 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From US 31, take BR US 96, 8th St. or 16th St. E to Lincoln Ave. North on Lincoln Ave. Park located at corner of Lincoln and 8th St. Open every day May - Oct. |
| Mailing Address: | 1 Lincoln Ave., Holland, MI, 49423 |
| Telephone: | 616-355-1030 |
| Web Site: | www.windmillisland.org |
| Description: | Parker |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1997 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Year Built: | Unk |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Carousel was in park on lake in Bemidji but now put away for good not sold. No other information. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Storage, Bemidji, MN, 1996 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carnival machine. |
| Mailing Address: | 2612 1st St. E, Bemidji, MN, 56601 |
| Telephone: | 218-751-1068 |
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W. MN Steam Threshers Reunion
Rollag, MN
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| Description: | C. W. Parker |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Year Built: | c.1920 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 22 Jumping Horses, 3 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Johnson Model 125SP |
| Comments: | Steam powered - also electric. Trailer mounted center pole (not original). Two horses carved by local carvers. Special carousel horse carving building established by WMSTR in 92. |
| History: | Unknown, Traveling carnival, MN, 1920s to 1960s Ruben Klein (ow), Pelican Rapids, MN, 1960s to 1982 W. MN Steam Threshers Reunion, Rollag, MN, 1982 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Travel West out of Detroit Lakes, MN on Highway 10 to Junction 32. Turn south for 13 miles and enter gate. Carousel operated Labor Day week end, Fri-Mon 8 am to 6 pm. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 627, Hawley, MN, 56549 |
| Telephone: | 701-237-0477 |
| Web Site: | www.rollag.com |
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Valleyfair Family Amusement Park
Shakopee, MN
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| Description: | PTC #76 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #76 |
| Year Built: | 1926 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Jumping Horses, 20 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Artizan-plays 150 rolls |
| Comments: | Ring machine sold 1974. Valleyfair is a family amusement park with special rides for people under 54 inches tall. |
| History: | Excelsior Park, Excelsior, MN, 1925 to 1976 Valleyfair Family Amus. Park, Shakopee, MN, 1976 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Valleyfair is located 20 minutes SW of Minneapolis/St. Paul. It is 9 mi. W. of intersection of 35W & Hwy 13. It is 3 mi. E. of Shakopee on County Road 101 and can be reached via Hwys 169 and 212. Open seasonally: May-Sept. |
| Mailing Address: | One Valley Fair Drive, Shakopee, MN, 55379 |
| Telephone: | 952-445-6500 |
| Web Site: | www.valleyfair.com |
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Cafesjian's Carousel
Como Park
St.Paul, MN
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| Description: | PTC #33 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #33 |
| Year Built: | 1914 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 68 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 153 |
| Notes: | Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 2006 |
| Comments: | Purchased in 1988 by Our Fair Carousel. The three Carmel horses on the platform are original to the carousel from the PTC factory. The carousel is open in a new all-weather building in Como Park. |
| History: | Minn. State Fairgrounds, St. Paul, MN, 1914 to 1989 Town Square Park, St. Paul, MN, 1990 to 1995 Como Park, St. Paul, MN, 1999 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | The carousel pavilion is located west of the Como Conservatory south of Como Zoo. The carousel operates May - October. Hours of operation vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 1245 Midway Parkway, St. Paul, MN, 55103 |
| Telephone: | 651-489-4628 |
| Web Site: | www.ourfaircarousel.org |
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Delta Children's Museum
Greenville, MS
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| Description: | Armitage-Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2009 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | steam driven |
| Year Built: | 1901 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Chariots: Bo-Peep, Little Red Riding Hood & Cock Robin are orig. The Humpty Dumpty chariot is a new carving. Orig. Herschell-Spillman steam engine on display. Carousel is 40 ft. in dia. Upper seating deck w/bench seats. Purchased in 1901. |
| History: | Broadway Street, Greenville, MS, 1901 to 1934 Walthall Street, Greenville, MS, 1934 to 1954 Fairyland Park, Greenville, MS, 1954 to 1988 Storage, Greenville, MS, 1988 to 2007 Delta Children's Museum, Greenville, MS, 2007 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | N off Hwy 82 three blocks to 323 S Main. E. E. Bass Cultural Arts Center. Housed in the Delta Children’s Museum Pavilion. Open 3 – 5 pm Sat year round. Available for rentals other times. |
| Mailing Address: | 323 S Main Street, Greenville, MS, 38701 |
| Telephone: | 662-332-2246 |
| Web Site: | www.greenvillearts.com |
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Highland Park
Meridian, MS
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| Description: | Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | 3635-41 |
| Year Built: | 1904 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Park, Stationary, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Standing Horses, 8 Menagerie Animals (1 Lion, 1 Tiger, 2 Giraffes, 2 Goats, 2 Deer), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 125 |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1979, Listed in the National Historical Register - 1986, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 1995 |
| Comments: | Originally at St. Louis Exposition (1904). Purchased by city in 1909. Only 2-row Dentzel remaining in operation. One of three Dentzel stationary (non-jumping) carousels still operating. Restored to original paint scheme. |
| History: | St. Louis Exposition, St. Louis, MO, 1904 to 1904 Highland Park, Meridian, MS, 1909 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-20/59, 22nd Avenue exit; left on 8th St.; follow signs to the Jimmie Rodgers Museum in Highland Park. Contact park for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | PO Box 1430, Meridian, MS, 39302 |
| Telephone: | 601-485-1904 |
| Web Site: | www.meridianms.org/pr_carousel.htm |
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The St. Louis Carousel
Faust County Park
Chesterfield, MO
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| Description: | Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1921 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 46 Jumping Horses, 16 Standing Horses, 4 Menagerie Animals (4 Deer), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Stinson playing 165 rolls & Recorded music |
| Comments: | Attached gallery has on display horses from an Armitage Herschell track machine owned by Faust Cultural Heritage Foundation.. Restored 1986-87. Unveiled May 87: focus of city-wide restoration project. |
| History: | Forest Park Highlands, St. Louis, MO, 1921 to 1963 Sylvan Springs Co.Park, St. Louis, MO, 1965 to 1979 Faust County Park, Chesterfield, MO, 1987 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-64 (Highway 40) to Olive/Clarkson exit; North on Olive 1 mile to Faust Park-entrance on left. Operates 10 am - 4 pm Tues - Sun. Info: 636-537-0222 |
| Mailing Address: | 15189 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO, 63017 |
| Telephone: | 636-537-0222 |
| Web Site: | www.stlouisco.com/parks/carousel/carousel.htm |
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Steam Riding Gallery
Faust County Park
Chesterfield, MO
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| Description: | Armitage-Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2009 |
| Status: | DISPLAY |
| Model: | Steam Riding Gallery track mac |
| Year Built: | 1898 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: 1898 Organ (orig) on display |
| Comments: | Horses are on display inside the St. Louis Carousel building. Oldest carousel in MO. Converted to electric but original steam engine on display. |
| History: | Randolph Springs, Clifton Hill, MO, 1898 to 1923 Unknown, New Florence, MO, 1923 to 1985 Forest Park Zoo, St. Louis, MO, 1985 to 1989 Faust County Park, Chesterfield, MO, 1989 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-64 (Highway 40) to Olive/Clarkson Exit; North on Olive 1 mile to Faust Park. Entrance on left. |
| Mailing Address: | 15189 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, MO, 63017 |
| Telephone: | 636-537-0222 |
| Web Site: | www.stlouisco.com/parks/carousel/carousel.htm |
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The Enchanted Carousel
Six Flags St. Louis
Eureka, MO
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| Description: | PTC #35 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #35 |
| Year Built: | 1915 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 58 Jumping Horses, 10 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Taped music |
| Comments: | Large Roman chariots with unusual chariot horses. Restored 1972. |
| History: | Luna Park, Cleveland, OH, 1915 to 1929 Puritas Springs, Cleveland, OH, 1930 to 1958 Indian Lake Park, Russell's Point, OH, 1959 to 1971 Six Flags St. Louis, Eureka, MO, 1972 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Approximately 30 miles SW of St. Louis on I-44 to the Pacific Allenton Exit. Open March through October-daily May through August. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O Box 60, Eureka, MO, 63025 |
| Telephone: | 636-938-5300 |
| Web Site: | www.sixflags.com/stlouis |
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Seminary Picnic MGR
Seminary Picnic
Perryville, MO
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Year Built: | 1905 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 26 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots, 1 Tub |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | New listing. Carousel is a H-S. Rocking gear is stamped H-S. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Perryville, MO, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take I-55 to Perryville, MO. At the first stoplight make a left on T road. Go approximately 1/2 mile to fairgrounds. Operates annually on the first full weekend of Aug. Sat 12N to 11pm Sun 12N to 9pm |
| Mailing Address: | 1000 Rosati Court, Perryville, MO, 63775 |
| Telephone: | 573-547-1206 |
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Harold Warp Pioneer Village
Minden, NE
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| Description: | Mix-Armitage-Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1879 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 17 Jumping Horses, 9 Menagerie Animals (1 Elk, 1 Giraffe, 1 Deer, 1 Camel, 2 Goats, 1 Tiger, 1 Zebra), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl Caliola |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Historical Register - 1987 |
| Comments: | Unusual track machine w/9 menagerie animals. Includes 6 double-seat Williams Derby horses. Horses by Dentzel, PTC & H-S. Some of the menagerie animals may be fiberglass. Claimed to be the oldest steam operated carousel in the world. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Pontiac, IL, 1905 to 1955 Harold Warp Pioneer Village, Minden, NE, 1955 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-80 Exit 279 - 13 miles South to Hwy 6 & 34. Park is open daily except Christmas Day. Carousel runs 10 am - 4 pm during summer season. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 68, Minden, NE, 68959 |
| Telephone: | 308-832-1181 |
| Web Site: | www.pioneervillage.org |
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Cody Park
North Platte, NE
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1913 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Stinson Model 29M |
| Comments: | Chariots (one a stage coach) carved by park personnel. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Cody Park, North Platte, NE, 1951 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Exit #177 from I-80. North on US Hwy #83 for 4 miles. Operates Memorial Day - Labor Day, 7 day/wk: M-F 5-10 pm; - Weekends & holidays noon - 10 pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 1402 N. Jeffers, North Platte, NE, 69101 |
| Telephone: | 308-535-6718 |
| Web Site: | www.ci.north-platte.ne.us |
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Torino Construction Co.
Las Vegas, NV
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1999 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1948 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Carnival machine. Need updated information. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Carnival, Las Vegas, NV, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carnival |
| Mailing Address: | 4820 Alpine Pl. #e202, Las Vegas, NV, 89107 |
| Telephone: | 702-258-4474 |
| Description: | German Springer Track Machine |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | springer track machine |
| Year Built: | 1900 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Two spinning tubs. Two rocking boats. Rotates clockwise. Wagon mounted center pole. Originally built as portable machine. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, BAV, 1900 to ? Canadian National Expo, Toronto, QUE, 1965 to 1967 Storyland, Glen, NH, 1968 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located on Rte 16, 6 miles North of North Conway, NH (3 hrs North of Boston). Open mid-June thru Labor Day. Labor thru Columbus Day weekends. |
| Mailing Address: | Rte 16, Box 1776, Glen, NH, 03838 |
| Telephone: | 603-383-4186 |
| Web Site: | www.storylandnh.com |
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Canobie Lake Park
Salem, NH
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| Description: | S&G/Looff/Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1898 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 19 Standing Horses, 3 Menagerie Animals (1 Lion, 1 Deer, 1 Goat), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1922 Wurl 153 |
| Comments: | Outer row may have been added. 2 LP. Chariot facade is horses pulling chariots. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Canobie Lake Park, Salem, NH, 1906 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-93 to exit 2, Salem, NH. Bear right off exit, and left a lights. Park open weekends mid-April thru May and daily from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 190, Salem, NH, 03079-0190 |
| Telephone: | 603-893-3506 |
| Web Site: | www.canobie.com |
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Six Flags Great Adventure
Jackson, NJ
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| Description: | Savage Gallopers |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Gallopers |
| Year Built: | 1897 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 12 Menagerie Animals (12 Roosters) |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Runs clockwise; steam engine converted to compressed air. Extremely ornate and colorful; in excellent condition. |
| History: | John Beach & Sons, England Traveling Show, GB, 1897 to 1952 Storage, England, GB, 1952 to 1968 J. Williams, England Traveling Show, GB, 1968 to 1973 Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson, NJ, 1974 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | N.J. Turnpike to Exit 7A. 195 East to exit 16 - Route 537 South approx. 1 mile to park entrance. Memorial Day to Labor Day 7 days a week. Spring and Fall season, hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 120, Jackson, NJ, 08527 |
| Telephone: | 732-928-1821 |
| Web Site: | www.sixflags.com/greatadventure |
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Gillian's Wonderland Pier
Ocean City, NJ
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| Description: | PTC #75 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #75 |
| Year Built: | 1926 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Jumping Horses, 22 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: (repro Wurlitzer 157 front by Kromer) |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm |
| Comments: | One outsider row stander replaced with fiberglass figure. |
| History: | Fernbrook Park, Dallas, PA, 1926 to 1944 Rolling Green Park, Sellinsgrove, PA, 1944 to 1972 Wonderland Pier, Ocean City, NJ, 1972 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Operates weekends Easter through June 15th; daily through Sept. 15th. |
| Mailing Address: | 6th Street & Boardwalk, Ocean City, NJ, 08226 |
| Telephone: | 609-399-7082 |
| Web Site: | www.gillians.com |
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Dr.Floyd L. Moreland Carousel
Casino Pier
Seaside Heights, NJ
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| Description: | Dentzel/Looff |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | c.1910 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 35 Jumping Horses, 18 Standing Horses, 5 Menagerie Animals (1 Lion, 1 Tiger, 1 Mule, 2 Camels), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 146A - 1924 |
| Comments: | Chariots: 1 E. Joy Morris, 1 Dentzel. Some animals by Carmel & Illions. Carousel gift shop at pier. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Island Beach Park, Burlington, NJ, Date Unknown to 1920s Casino Pier, Seaside Heights, NJ, 1932 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Garden State Pkwy to Exit 82; E. on RTE 37, over causeway-Seaside Heights. On boardwalk between Grant & Sherman Aves. Opens weekends early spring, full time June through Labor day. Weekends through Sept. To confirm: 732-830-8374. |
| Mailing Address: | 800 Ocean Terrace, Seaside Heights, NJ, 08751 |
| Telephone: | 732-830-8374 |
| Web Site: | www.casinopiernj.com |
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Sanitarium Playgrounds of NJ
Thorofare, NJ
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| Description: | Frederick Heyn |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2009 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Year Built: | 1900 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 45 Jumping Horses, 16 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Type Unk |
| Comments: | Chariots have Women & Angel figures. One horse is missing. Two others to be returned to the carousel. |
| History: | Unknown, Port Richmond, NY, Date Unknown to Unknown Storage in NJ, Unknown, NJ, Date Unknown to 1941 Sanitarium Playground, Thorofare, NJ, 1941 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | NOT OPEN TO PUBLIC. Carousel operates July and Aug for special children events. |
| Mailing Address: | Route 2 - Box 186, Thorofare, NJ, 08086 |
| Telephone: | 856 845-2430 |
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Spring River Park
Roswell, NM
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1927 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 1 Standing Horse, 15 Menagerie Animals (3 Roosters, 2 Deer, 1 Pig, 1 Rhino, 1 Zebra, 2 Dogs, 1 Ostrich, 1 Swan, 1 Tiger, 1 Lion, 1 Cow), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Taped music |
| Comments: | 2 chariots: Muller & Dentzel. International mix of figures inc. menagerie. Donated to city by Marianne Stevens in 1971. |
| History: | Rainbow Gardens, Wilkes Barre, PA, 1927 to 1971 Spring River Park, Roswell, NM, 1971 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Park located at College & Atkinson Sts. Opens Easter weekend & runs through the last weekend of Sept. Hours 1-6 Wed - Sun |
| Mailing Address: | 1306 E College Blvd, Roswell, NM, 88201 |
| Telephone: | 505 624-6760 |
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Tio Vivo
Taos Plaza
Taos, NM
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| Description: | Primitive Flying Horses |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1997 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Year Built: | 1830s? |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Suspended Swing, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 16 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Musicians (violin & guitar) for Fiestas. |
| Comments: | Purchased for $90 in 1937 by Ernest Martinez for Lions Club. Thought to be 100 yrs old then. Crank to electric in 50s. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Traveling carnival, Penasco, NM, Date Unknown to 1937 Taos Plaza, Taos, NM, 1937 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Taos Plaza at intersection of US 64, NM 522 and NM 68. Operates during Fiestas de Santiago y Santa Ana on the last weekend in July. |
| Mailing Address: | Box 4585, Taos, NM, 87571 |
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New York State Museum
Albany, NY
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1915 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 32 Jumping Horses, 4 Standing Horses, 4 Menagerie Animals (2 Deer, 2 Donkeys), 1 chariot, 2 Tubs |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 125 |
| Comments: | Recently restored. Two chariots and one spinning tub are on the machine. Horses are Dare and include four Dare menagerie animals. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Carnival, Wellsville, NY, 1916 to 1930 Unknown, Olcott Beach, NY, 1931 to 1932 Olivecrest Amusement Park, Cuba, NY, 1932 to 2001 NYSM (Storage), Albany, NY, 1975 to 2001 Albany, NY, 2001, present to Unknown |
| Directions/Hours: | The New York State Museum is located in downtown Albany, New York. Open daily from 10 am to 4:30 pm. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
Admission is free. |
| Mailing Address: | Rm 3023, Cultural Education Center, Albany, NY, 12230 |
| Telephone: | 518-474-5877 |
| Web Site: | www.nysm.nysed.gov |
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Recreation Park
Binghamton, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1999 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1925 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 60 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 146-B (orig) |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1992 |
| Comments: | Building updated 1997-98. Donated by Lillian Sweet, daughter of George F. Johnson (1 of 6 given by GFJ with the stipulation that ride was free. |
| History: | Recreation Park, Binghamton, NY, 1925 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Rt. 17 or I-88 to Binghamton. Exit 4S. Take connector Hwy (Rte 363) until crosses river and becomes Riverside Dr. R on Beethoven St. to park. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day. FREE. |
| Mailing Address: | Beethoven St., Binghamton, NY, 13905 |
| Telephone: | 607-772-7017 |
| Web Site: | www.gobroomecounty.com/community/Carousels.php |
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Ross Park Zoo Carousel
Ross Park
Binghamton, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2002 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1920 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 60 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 146A |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1992 |
| Comments: | Donated by George F. Johnson to replace one destroyed by lightning. |
| History: | Ross Park, Binghamton, NY, 1920 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take Rt. 17 or I-88 to Exit 4S. Stay on Rte 363. Follow to 434, take Vestal Exit to 434 W. Cross State St. bridge. Take left on S. Washington. Left on Morgan to Park (Zoo). Open: Memorial Day-Labor Day. FREE. |
| Mailing Address: | 185 Park Avenue, Binghamton, NY, 13903 |
| Telephone: | 607-724-5461 |
| Web Site: | www.rossparkzoo.com |
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B & B Carousel
Coney Island
Brooklyn, NY
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| Description: | Mangels-Carmel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Temporary Storage |
| Year Built: | Unk |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 14 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Bruder-conv to play BAB 66-key rolls |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm |
| Comments: | Carousel in storage (2007). Plans are for the carousel to operate once again at Coney Island. One Illions armored horse operates on the platform. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Bertrand Island, Lake Hopatcong, NJ, Date Unknown to 1932 Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY, 1932 to 2005 Storage, 2005 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carousel in temporary storage. |
| Mailing Address: | Brooklyn, NY |
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Jane Walentas
Brooklyn, NY
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| Description: | PTC #61 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2008 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Model: | #61 |
| Year Built: | 1922 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 18 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Facade only |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places |
| Comments: | Carousel has been restored. The carousel operates during special events. Plans are to operate on the Brooklyn water front. |
| History: | Idora Park, Youngstown, OH, 1922 to 1984 storage, Brooklyn, NY, 1984 to 2007 Display, Brooklyn, NY, 2007 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take the F line to York St. Located at 56 Water Street. Does not operate at regular times. |
| Mailing Address: | One Main Street, #15 Tower, Brooklyn, NY, 11201-1039 |
| Telephone: | 718-852-8076 |
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Prospect Park Carousel
Prospect Park
Brooklyn, NY
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| Description: | Mangels-Carmel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2010 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1914-16 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 17 Standing Horses, 3 Menagerie Animals (1 Deer, 1 Giraffe, 1 Lion), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 153 |
| Comments: | 2 serpent chariots wheelchair accessible. Restored in 1990. |
| History: | Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY, 1912 to 1952 Prospect Park, Brooklyn, NY, 1952 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Driving: Belt Pkw. or Brooklyn Queens Express Way to Flatbush Ave. Enter at Parkside or Ocean Ave. Walking/Mass Transit: Q Train to Prospect Park Enter at Flatbush Ave. Open Apr-Oct Thurs – Sun & holidays. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 95 Prospect Park West, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 |
| Telephone: | 718-282-7789 |
| Web Site: | www.prospectpark.org |
| Description: | Illions Kiddie |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2002 |
| Status: | Temporary Storage |
| Year Built: | Unk |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 16 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl midget |
| Comments: | Originally from Riverside Park, Indianapolis. Purchased from Coleman, restored and run in Carousel Restaurant, Toronto, ON. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Riverside Park, Indianapolis, IN, Date Unknown to Unknown Restaurant, Toronto, Ont, Date Unknown to Unknown Storage, Buffalo, NY, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Currently in storage. Had been restored in 1980. |
| Mailing Address: | Box 193, Williamsville, NY, 14231 |
| Telephone: | 716-634-3967 |
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George W. Johnson Park
Endicott, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2002 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1934 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1991, Listed in the National Historical Register - 1991 |
| Comments: | New enclosure built in 1999. One of 6 Broome County carousels donated by George F. Johnson with the stipulation that they would always be free. |
| History: | George W. Johnson Park, Endicott, NY, 1934 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Rte 17 to Endicott exit; McKinley Ave., left on Witherill St., right onto Oak Hill Ave. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day Noon - 8pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 1009 E Main Street, Endicott, NY, 13760 |
| Telephone: | 607-757-2429 |
| Web Site: | www.gobroomecounty.com/community/Carousels.php |
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West Endicott Park
Endicott, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1929 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 34 Jumping Horses, 2 Menagerie Animals (1 Dog, 1 Pig), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places |
| Comments: | George F. Johnson ordered carousel in spring of 1929. Equipment in place June 1929. One of 6 Broome County carousels given by George F. Johnson provided that everyone could ride free. |
| History: | West Endicott Park, Endicott, NY, 1929 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From Rte 17 W or E - exit 67 to Rte 26 N (Endicott). Exit onto Rte 17C E. Stay on 17C thru 5 traffic lights. At 5th light, turn rt. on Page Ave one block beyond RR track. Turn L. on to Maple St. Open Mem Day-Labor Day Noon - 8 pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 3111 E Main St., Endwell, NY, 13760 |
| Telephone: | 607-786-2970 |
| Web Site: | www.townofunion.com |
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Highland Park
Endwell, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1925 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 34 Jumping Horses, 2 Menagerie Animals (1 Dog, 1 Pig), 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places |
| Comments: | One of 6 Broome County carousels given by George F. Johnson-provided that everyone could ride Free. Stenciled sweeps. Horses restored 2004. |
| History: | En-Joie Park, Endicott, NY, 1925 to 1967 Highland Park, Endwell, NY, 1967 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From Rte 17 W.-exit 69 to Rte 17C. Follow to Hooper Rd. From Rte 17 E.-exit 67 to Rte 26 N. (Endicott). Exit on Rte 17C-West to Hooper Rd. Take Hooper thru 5 lights. Park 2/10 mi. on Left past last light. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day Noon - 8 pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 3111 E Main St., Endwell, NY, 13760 |
| Telephone: | 607-786-2970 |
| Web Site: | www.townofunion.com |
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Nunley's Carousel
Museum Row
Garden City, NY
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| Description: | Murphy-Stein & Goldstein |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2010 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1910-12 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 11 Standing Horses, 1 Menagerie Animal (1 Lion), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 153 |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm |
| Comments: | Carousel restored over a two year period. Installed in a new building in May 2009. Illions and Dentzel figures also on the carousel. |
| History: | Canarsie, Brooklyn, NY, 1912 to 1939 Nunley's Amusement Park, Baldwin, NY, 1939 to 1995 Storage, Garden City, NY, 1995 to 2007 Restoration, Mansfield, OH, 2007 to 2009 Museum Row, Garden City, NY, 2009 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located at Museum Row in Garden City, NY. Open year round. Closed Mondays Sept - June. |
| Mailing Address: | Three Davis Avenue, Garden City, NY, 11530 |
| Telephone: | 516-572-4111 |
| Web Site: | www.cradleofaviation.org |
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Northrop-Grumman Carousel
Mitchell Park
Greenport, NY
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1920 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Notes: | Operational Ring Arm |
| Comments: | Located to a new all weather building in Greenport Summer of 2001. Machine in storage for many years. Used at one time for outings by the Grumman company at their picnic grounds in Calverton. |
| History: | Traveling carnival, NY?, 1920 to 1950 Farmer's Market ?, Bethpage, NY, 1950's to 1950's Grumman Co. Picnic Grounds, Calverton, NY, 1950's to 1995 Mitchell Park, Greenport, NY, 1995 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located in downtown Greenport. Greenport is on the North Fork of Long Island. Operates daily in Summer 10am – 10pm. Weekends and school holidays in Fall and Winter. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 236 3rd Street, Greenport, NY, 11944 |
| Telephone: | 613-477-2200 |
| Web Site: | www.greenport.com |
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C. Fred Johnson Rec. Park
Johnson City, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1999 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1923 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 72 Jumping Horses |
| Music: | Band Organ: lost in floods 1935-36 |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Listed in the National Historical Register |
| Comments: | All horses w/no chariots unusual for a AH machine. Outside row nicely carved. Band organ lost in floods 1935-36. Largest of 6 Broome county carousels. Donated by George F. Johnson if always free. |
| History: | C. Fred Johnson Rec. Park, Johnson City, NY, 1923 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | NY 17 Exit 71 S. to CFJ Blvd. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day: 12 noon - 8 pm daily. |
| Mailing Address: | 243 Main St., Johnson City, NY, 13790 |
| Telephone: | 607-797-3031 |
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Central Park
New York, NY
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| Description: | Stein & Goldstein |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2010 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1908 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 52 Jumping Horses, 5 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Ruth & Sohn model 33 - converted to Wurlitzer 150 rolls |
| Comments: | Ongoing restoration of the figures. 3rd or 4th carousel on site (1st-1872). Dedicated July 2, 1952. Building gifted by Michael Friedsam (C. B. Altman's) |
| History: | Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY, 1908 to 1951 Central Park, New York City, NY, 1951 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Enter park at 59th St. & 6th Ave. Carousel is approx 5 blocks on left of the street. Open daily Mon – Fri weather permitting during the winter. Weekend year round. Hour vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 349 West 37th St., New York, NY, 10018 |
| Telephone: | 212-879-0244 |
| Web Site: | www.centralpark.com/pages/attractions/carousel.html |
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Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum
North Tonawanda, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell #1 Special |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #1 Special |
| Year Built: | 1916 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 1 chariot, 1 Tub |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 125 |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1985 |
| Comments: | Chariot with seated lady. Lovers' tub. Carrousel roundhouse totally rebuilt & restored. Lead horse recently returned to the carousel. |
| History: | Springbank Park, London, ONT, 1916 to ? Burlington Beach, Hamilton, ONT, Date Unknown to 1950's Storage, London, ONT, 1950's to 1970's Bill Stenning, Storage, ONT, 1970's to 1982 Herschell Carrousel Fac. Mus., No. Tonawanda, NY, 1982 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | NYS Thruway Rt. 90 to Exit 50 (RT 290); take Exit #2 - Colvin (Rt. 425); follow 425 to Christiana; Left on Christiana, Right on Vandervoort, Right on Thompson. Open daily mid Jun – Labor Day. Open Wed – Sun, Apr - Jun & Sep – Dec. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 180 Thompson St., No. Tonawanda, NY, 14120 |
| Telephone: | 716-693-1885 |
| Web Site: | www.carrouselmuseum.org |
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Olcott Beach Carousel Park
Olcott Beach, NY
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1928 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 3 Standing Horses, 1 chariot |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl1934 |
| Comments: | Replacement AH half & half horses added during restoration. Three metal kiddie horses replace one chariot. Four vintage kiddie rides are in operation near the carousel. Wurlitzer 145-B band organ operates on occasion in a trailer. |
| History: | Buck Lake Ranch, Buck Lake, IN, 1928 to ? Culver Marina, Culver, IN, Date Unknown to 2002 Olcott Beach Park, Olcott, NY, 2002 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | NY Rt. 78 N to end. Turn right at lighthouse. Memorial Day - June & Sept - Mid Oct Sat & Sun. July - Labor Day Thu – Sun. Hours vary. Private parties in season. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 308, Olcott Beach, NY, 14126 |
| Telephone: | 716-778-7066 |
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Enchanted Forest/Water Safari
Old Forge, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1930's |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Need additional information and photos. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Enchanted Forest/Water Safari, Old Forge, NY, Date Unknown to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-90 exit 30. Rt. 12 N to Rt. 28 N to Old Forge. 1 hour N of Utica. Open mid June – Labor Day. Contact the park for hours. |
| Mailing Address: | 3183 State Rt. 28, Old Forge, NY, 13420 |
| Telephone: | 315-369-6145 |
| Web Site: | www.watersafari.com |
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Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Queens, NY
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| Description: | Mangels-Illions |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1990 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1903-08 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 64 Jumping Horses, 7 Standing Horses, 1 Menagerie Animal (1 Lion), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Bruder, plays BAB 88-key & Wurl 165 rolls |
| Comments: | Frame, organ, chariots & 47 horses from Stubbman Carousel-Coney Island. 24 horses from Feltman's. Combined for 64-65 Worlds Fair. Need updated information. |
| History: | Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY, 1903 to 1964 Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY, 1908 to 1964 Flushing Meadows/Corona Park, Queens, NY, 1964 to 1965 Flushing Meadows/Corona Park, Queens, NY, 1968 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take Number 7 line to 111th Street. In Corona Park (site of World's Fair) at 50th Ave & 111th St. Near Zoo. Carousel open daily in the summer. |
| Mailing Address: | 50th Ave & 111th St, Queens, NY, 11355 |
| Telephone: | 718-699-4245 |
| Description: | D.C. Muller |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1994 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1910 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 13 Standing Horses, 3 Menagerie Animals (1 Lion, 1 Deer, 1 Tiger), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: A. Ruth & Sohn plays WurlItzer 150 rolls |
| Comments: | No recent update. Information is current as of 1994. One of two Muller carousels still operating. Restored 1989. |
| History: | Lakeview Park, Dracut, MA, 1901 to 1971 Forest Park, Queens, NY, 1971 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located At Woodhaven Blvd and Myrtle Ave. Operates daily through Summer. Other hours of operation during Spring and Summer. |
| Mailing Address: | Woodhaven Blvd. at West Main Dr., Queens, NY, 11385 |
| Telephone: | 212-846-9428 |
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Church of the Assumption
Redford, NY
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| Description: | Armitage-Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Year Built: | 1890's? |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Calliope mounted on a truck |
| Comments: | Carousel drive cable is driven by a farm tractor PTO unit. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Church of the Assumption, Redford, NY, 1920s to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Redford is located on Route 3 between Plattsburgh and Saranac Lake. Carousel operates during Redford Picnic, third Sunday of August-noon to 6 pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 78 Clinton Street, Redford, NY, 12978 |
| Telephone: | 518-293-6259 |
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Ontario Beach Dentzel
Ontario Beach Park
Rochester, NY
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| Description: | G.A. Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1905 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 22 Jumping Horses, 11 Standing Horses, 19 Menagerie Animals (3 Cats, 1 Deer, 1 Giraffe, 1 Goat, 1 Lion, 2 Mules, 3 Ostriches, 3 Pigs, 3 Rabbits, 1 Tiger), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1987 Stinson w/MIDI |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location |
| Comments: | Carousel in original location. Two level platform. The only remaining ride from the Ontario Beach Amusement Park-Coney Island of W. New York. |
| History: | Ontario Beach Park, Rochester, NY, 1905 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | NYS Thruway (I-90) to Exit 46 (Rochester). Take 490 to 590 N. Take 104W to Lake Ave. North on Lake Ave. to the beach. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day with varying hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | 177 Reservoir Ave., Rochester, NY, 14607 |
| Telephone: | 585-865-2831 |
| Web Site: | www.monroecounty.gov/parks-ontariobeach.php |
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The Elaine Wilson Carousel
Strong National Museum of Play
Rochester, NY
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1918 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 3 Standing Horses, 1 chariot, 1 Tub |
| Music: | Band Organ: Stinson special occasions CD other times |
| Comments: | Restored in 1995 after 25 years storage. The carousel has a mixture of AH, H-S and Spillman Engineering figures on the platform. The chariot is a new carving. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Storage, Gant, AL, 1968 to 1993 Restoration, Tampa, FL, 1993 to 1996 Strong Museum, Rochester, NY, 1996 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Museum is located in Downtown Rochester. Call for directions. Open year round. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | One Manattan Square, Rochester, NY, 14607 |
| Telephone: | 585-263-2700 |
| Web Site: | www.strongmuseum.org |
| Description: | Prior & Church Racing Derby |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Racing Derby |
| Year Built: | 1927 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 56 Jumping Horses |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Notes: | Still In Original Location, Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Listed in the National Historical Register |
| Comments: | One of 2 racing derby machines operating in U.S. The only one with Illions carved horses. Building is original. Restored 1986 by L. McGowan & B. Finkenstein. |
| History: | Rye Playland Park, Rye, NY, 1928 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take exit 19 off of I-95 (Rye Playland). Operating hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, 10580 |
| Telephone: | 914-813-7010 |
| Web Site: | www.ryeplayland.org |
| Description: | Mangels-Carmel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1915 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 48 Jumping Horses, 18 Standing Horses, 3 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Welte w/Gavioli façade. Plays Wurl 165 & B.A.B. rolls |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Historical Register - 1987 |
| Comments: | May have been special order (3 chariots-complex ornaments). Park is one of 1st planned parks. Owned by Westchester Co. |
| History: | Savin Rock, New Haven, CT, 1915 to 1929 Rye Playland Park, Rye, NY, 1929 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take exit 19 off of I-95 (Rye Playland). Operating hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | Playland Parkway, Rye, NY, 10580 |
| Telephone: | 914-813-7010 |
| Web Site: | www.ryeplayland.org |
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Congress Park
Saratoga Springs, NY
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| Description: | Illions |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1904 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Purchased by city in 1987. Recently restored. |
| History: | Forest Park, Ballston Lake, NY, 1904 to 1930 Round Lake, Ballston Lake, NY, 1932 to 1943 Kaydeross Park, Saratoga Springs, NY, 1943 to 1987 Storage, Saratoga Springs, NY, 1987 to 2001 Congress Park, Saratoga Springs, NY, 2001 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Purchased by city in 1987. Recently restored and operates in new building. |
| Mailing Address: | 5 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866 |
| Telephone: | 518-587-3550 |
| Web Site: | www.saratoga.org |
| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Temporary Storage |
| Year Built: | 1930's |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, MIXTURE |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 1 chariot |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Need additional information for census. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Beachview Center, Saugerties, NY, Date Unknown to 2007 Storage, Saugerties, NY, 2007 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Carousel is in storage with plans to operate in the Saugerties, NY area. |
| Mailing Address: | Saugerties, NY, 12477 |
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Schenevus Park
Schenevus, NY
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Partially Active |
| Model: | track #409 |
| Year Built: | 1906? |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 24 Jumping Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1906 North Tonawanda |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, Listed in the National Historical Register, Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 1999 |
| Comments: | Purchased in 1949 for $1000. Band organ added in 2007. Painted canvas decoration inside the platform. SN 409. Rocking style horses with inner row of 16 benches facing outward. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Schenevus Park, Schenevus, NY, 1949 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Operates each year the third full weekend in July for Schenevus Fireman's' Carnival. - Contact Fire Dept for details. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 31, Schenevus, NY, 12155 |
| Telephone: | 607-638-5656 |
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Carousel Center
Syracuse, NY
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| Description: | PTC #18 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #18 |
| Year Built: | 1909 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 42 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Artizan playing Wurl 150 rolls-dup spool. N. Tonawanda façade |
| Comments: | AKA PTC #78R (refurbished in 1920s). Last reopening in 1990 was after 2 1/2 yr restoration to 1909 style. |
| History: | Unknown, Louisville, KY, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Worcester, MA, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Erie, PA, Date Unknown to Unknown Long Branch Amus. Pk., Syracuse, NY, 1926 to 1941 Roseland Amus. Pk., Canandaigua, NY, 1941 to 1985 Carousel Center Mall, Syracuse, NY, 1990 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take I-81 to Exit 23, Hiawatha Blvd. Follow signs to Carousel Center. Carousel is on 2nd floor. Carousel open daily. |
| Mailing Address: | 9090 Carousel Center Drive, Syracuse, NY, 13290 |
| Telephone: | 315-466-7000 |
| Web Site: | www.carouselcenter.com |
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Heckscher Carousel
Hempstead Lake State Park
W. Hempstead, NY
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| Description: | Illions |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2005 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | c.1914 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Recorded music |
| Comments: | Portable 'Monarch II’ Illions horses-Mangels frame. Donated to Hempstead Lake by Philanthropist A. Heckscher-1931. Restored 2004-Bldg renovated-2005. 4 horses not orig. to the platform. 2 Illions from Willow Grove Pk., Phila., PA & 2 new carvings. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Hempstead Lake State Park, W. Hempstead, NY, 1931 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Southern State Parkway to Exit 18. Right to Parking Field #1. In North end of parking field. Carousel operates during summer season. Call for hours. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 66, W. Hempstead, NY, 11552 |
| Telephone: | 516-766-1029 |
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Burlington City Park
Burlington, NC
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| Description: | Dentzel |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | menagerie |
| Year Built: | 1906-10 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 16 Jumping Horses, 10 Standing Horses, 20 Menagerie Animals (1 Lion, 1 Tiger, 1 Giraffe, 1 Deer, 4 Cats, 4 Ostriches, 4 Pigs, 4 Rabbits), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Stinson- 1985 not operational |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places - 1985 |
| Comments: | Restored 1981-83. Animals may be older - 1912-1914. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Locust Point, Oak Harbor, OH, Date Unknown to 1924 Forest Park, Genoa, OH, 1924 to 1948 Burlington City Park, Burlington, NC, 1948 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From I-40/85 exit #143 (NC 62) becomes Church St. North to park entrance at corner of Main & Church Streets. Open from Easter to October 31. Closed Mon. Tue-Fri 1-8pm; Sat 11am-9pm;Sun1-7pm. Closed in Winter. |
| Mailing Address: | Main & Church St., Burlington, NC, 27215 |
| Telephone: | 336-222-5030 |
| Description: | PTC #67 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #67 |
| Year Built: | 1923 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 48 Jumping Horses, 20 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Four row machine. Outside row are jumpers. Inside row are small standers. Chariots with Columbia theme, cherubs, flowers, and lady. Some horses by Zalar-some with shields. 68' platform. |
| History: | Pleasure Park, Evansville, IN, 1923 to 1936 Mesker Park, Evansville, IN, 1936 to 1973 Paramount's Carowinds, Charlotte, NC, 1973 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-77, exit 90. Located on NC/SC border. Open weekends: Mar - June and Mid Aug - Oct; 7 days/wk: June - Mid Aug. Call 800-888-4FUN for details. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 410289, Charlotte, NC, 28241-0289 |
| Telephone: | 800 888-4386 |
| Web Site: | www2.cedarfair.com/carowinds |
| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #2 Special |
| Year Built: | c.1920-25 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 4 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1924 Wurl 146-A |
| Comments: | Chariots: Restored to orig. colors. One with 2 seats (bathing beauty) - 1 with 1 seat. |
| History: | Carnival, NC, Date Unknown to 1937 Chavis Park, Raleigh, NC, 1937 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Chavis Park is located at 840 Holmes Ave on the East side of downtown Raleigh at intersection of Lenoir St. & Holmes Ave. Open May - September. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 590, Raleigh, NC, 27602 |
| Telephone: | 919-831-6203 |
| Description: | Dentzel #106 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #106 |
| Year Built: | 1912 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 19 Jumping Horses, 10 Standing Horses, 23 Menagerie Animals (4 Cats, 1 Deer, 1 Mule, 4 Ostriches, 4 Pigs, 4 Rabbits, 2 Giraffes, 1 Tiger, 1 Lion, 1 Goat), 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1924 Wurl 125 |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places |
| Comments: | 2 LP 3 bench chariots. Original paint conserved beneath new. Extensive restoration. |
| History: | Bloomsbury Park, Raleigh, NC, 1912 to 1921 Pullen Park, Raleigh, NC, 1921 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Go East on Western Blvd.; left at Ashe Ave. Park at intersection of Ashe & Western (520 Ashe - E. side of NC State campus). Open daily 1st Mon. in April - Oct 31. Open Fri., Sat. & Sun. in March & Nov. |
| Mailing Address: | 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, NC, 27606 |
| Telephone: | 919-831-6468 |
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Sunset Park
Rocky Mount, NC
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1920's |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Carousel is only operating two rows of horses as of 2007. A miniature train also operates near the carousel. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Rocky Mount, NC, 1952 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located off Sunset Ave. on Taylor St. and River Dr. beside Tar River. Contact the park for hours of operation. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O. Box 1180, Rocky Mount, NC, 27802 |
| Telephone: | 252-972-1151 |
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City Park Carousel
Shelby City Park
Shelby, NC
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1920's |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 32 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1923 Artizan/Wurlitzer A-2 |
| Notes: | Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 2007 |
| Comments: | Purchased 11-11-51 by J.E. Strates & Dr.J.S. Dorton for $6500 for city. Oper. in park 1952-84. Looff lion, elephant & 2 Spillman dogs added date unk. Lion & elephant displayed. Chariots & 3 horses are new carvings by Caldwell & Forney. Reopened in 98. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Unknown carnival, Date Unknown to Unknown Atomic Rides & Amusements, Charleston, SC, Date Unknown to 1951 Shelby City Park, Shelby, NC, 1952 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From Charlotte via I-85 exit 10B to US 74W to Shelby. Bus. US74 W to Lafayette (150N) to Sumter, left on Sumter, 8 miles to Dorton Dr. Right on Dorton Dr. at Park. Summer Tue-Fri 10am-1pm & 5pm-8pm; weekend 1pm -6pm. Other times vary. Open year-round. |
| Mailing Address: | C/O Parks & Recreation, Box 207, Shelby, NC, 28151-0207 |
| Telephone: | 704-484-6811 |
| Web Site: | www.cityofshelby.com/parks |
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Diederich Carousel
Red River Zoo
Fargo, ND
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2010 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1928 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, Wood and Metal composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: Tapes |
| Comments: | Carousel has been restored. A new all-weather building has been constructed. New deck-metal replaces wood platforms. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Storage, Private, OH, 1983 to 1985 Huckleberry's Buffet, Cedar Rapids, IA, 1985 to 1995 Fargo Zoo, Fargo, ND, 1995 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Take exit 348 off I-94, go south on 45th St. one block, turn left on 21st Ave. Follow signs one block. Zoo open daily with Winter season Fri-Sun. Carousel is available year round. |
| Mailing Address: | 4220 21st Avenue SW, Fargo, ND, 58104 |
| Telephone: | 701-277-9240 |
| Web Site: | www.redriverzoo.org |
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Prairie Rose Carousel
Chahinkapa Zoo
Wahpeton, ND
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1926 |
| Type: | 2 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 20 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Johnson Organ Co #125 |
| Comments: | Newly restored in climate controlled carousel pavilion. |
| History: | Lee Funland, Upstate, NY, 1926 to 1954 Storage, Pelican Rapids, MN, 1974 to 1988 Chahinkapa Zoo, Wahpeton, ND, 1988 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | From State Hwy 13-E, north on 1st St. N Follow signs to Zoo. Carousel in center of park, located on W Bank of Red River of the North. Operates late April – Oct., holidays and special events. Contact zoo for more information. |
| Mailing Address: | 1900 N 4th Street, Wahpeton, ND, 58075 |
| Telephone: | 701-642-8709 |
| Web Site: | www.chahinkapazoo.com |
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Euclid Beach Carousel
Cleveland, OH
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| Description: | PTC #19 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2004 |
| Status: | IN RESTO |
| Model: | #19 |
| Year Built: | 1910 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 40 Jumping Horses, 14 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Carousel is under restoration waiting for a new location in downtown Cleveland, OH. |
| History: | Euclid Beach Park, Cleveland, OH, 1910 to 1969 Palace Playland, Old Orchard Beach, ME, 1970 to 1997 Storage, Cleveland, OH, 1997 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Under restoration at this time. |
| Mailing Address: | 1114 Hollyrood Road, Sandusky, OH, 44870 |
| Telephone: | 419-625-6333 |
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King's Island
Kings Island, OH
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| Description: | PTC #79 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #79 |
| Year Built: | 1926 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 28 Jumping Horses, 20 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 157 |
| Comments: | Three PTC signature horses on platform |
| History: | Coney Island Park, Cincinnati, OH, 1926 to 1971 Paramount's Kings Island, Kings Island, OH, 1971 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-71, 20 miles north of Cincinnati. Open daily from Memorial Day - Labor Day. Special weekends Spring and Fall. |
| Mailing Address: | 6300 Kings Island Drive, Kings Island, OH, 45034-0901 |
| Telephone: | 513-754-5700 |
| Web Site: | www3.cedarfair.com/kingsisland |
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MSU Carousel
Carousel Concepts
Marion, OH
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| Description: | Herschell-Spillman |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 1999 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1916-17 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 30 Jumping Horses, 6 Menagerie Animals (2 Zebras, 1 Pig, 2 Roosters, 1 Dog), 1 chariot, 1 Tub |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Punch & Judy Chariot. Lover's tub. |
| History: | Lakeside Park, Flint, MI, Date Unknown to ? Crystal Lake, Crystal, MI, 1938 to 1970 Private ownership, Crystal, MI, 1970 to 1979 MSU, East Lansing, MI, 1979 to 1984 Autoworld, Flint, MI, 1984 to 1995 Carousel Concepts, Marion, OH, 1995 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | This machine is owned by MSU and is operating at Carousel Concepts until museum space is available. |
| Mailing Address: | 2209 Marion-Waldo Rd, Marion, OH, 43302 |
| Telephone: | 740-389-9755 |
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Tuscora Park
New Philadelphia, OH
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| Description: | Spillman Engineering |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1925 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 153 -1928 |
| Comments: | Restored 1976 and again in the 1980's. Located at Tuscora Park is a 1920's C. W. Parker wheel and several kiddie rides. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Tuscora Park, New Philadelphia, OH, 1940s to present |
| Directions/Hours: | I-77 Exit 81 Rt. 39 E into New Philadelphia about 2 miles. Left on S Broadway at courthouse. One mile to park. Open Memorial Day - Labor Day. Mon - Thu 5pm - 9:30pm; F-S-S 12noon - 9:30pm. Some weekends in Fall. |
| Mailing Address: | 161 Tuscora Ave., NW, New Philadelphia, OH, 44663 |
| Telephone: | 330-343-4644 |
| Web Site: | www.tuscora.park.net |
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Grand Carousel
Columbus Zoo
Powell, OH
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| Description: | Mangels-Illions |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2007 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1914 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 52 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 153 special. |
| Notes: | Received the NCA Historical Carousel Award - 2006 |
| Comments: | Horses go up & down and sideways in slots. Restored and opened in new building summer of 2000 |
| History: | Olentangy Park, Columbus, OH, 1914 to 1946 Wyandot Lake Amus. Pk., Powell, OH, 1946 to 1999 Columbus Zoo, Powell, OH, 1999 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | US 33 (Riverside Drive) to SR 257 (Dublin) SR 257 (continues Riverside Drive) 4 miles to zoo. Open 365 days. Admission to zoo plus $1.00 a ride for the carousel |
| Mailing Address: | 9990 Riverside Drive, Powell, OH, 43065 |
| Telephone: | 614-645-3550 |
| Web Site: | www.columbuszoo.org |
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Kimberly's Carousel
Put-In-Bay, OH
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| Description: | Allan Herschell |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2002 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1917 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 29 Jumping Horses, 8 Menagerie Animals (2 Roosters, 1 Pig, 2 Dogs, 1 Zebra, 1 Fish, 1 Cow), 1 chariot, 1 Tub |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 146A |
| Comments: | One lovers' tub. One chariot. |
| History: | Original Location Unknown, Date Unknown to Unknown Unknown, Buffalo, NY, Date Unknown to 1979 Kimberly's Carousel, Put-In-Bay, OH, 1979 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Located on South Bass Island, Village of Put-In-Bay. Accessible by boat/air. Carousel open mid-June through mid-September 11 am - 8 pm. |
| Mailing Address: | 165 Delaware Ave., Put-In-Bay, OH, 43456 |
| Telephone: | 419-285-4741 |
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Midway Carousel
Cedar Point
Sandusky, OH
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| Description: | D.C. Muller |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2010 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | pit machine |
| Year Built: | 1912 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 60 Jumping Horses, 4 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Wurl 153 |
| Notes: | Listed in the National Register of Historic Places |
| Comments: | Moved in 1994 to new location at main park entrance. New pavilion. One of two D.C. Muller machines still in operation. Pit machine-57’ diameter. The outside row jumpers are stationary. |
| History: | Hurley's Hurdlers, Revere Beach, MA, 1912 to ? Unknown, Nantasket Beach, MA, Date Unknown to 1946 Cedar Point, Sandusky, OH, 1945 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Exit 7 off Ohio Turnpike to 250 North. Two miles from junction of 250 & 6. Open every day mid-May to Labor Day. Bonus weekends thru October. |
| Mailing Address: | One Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH, 44870-5259 |
| Telephone: | 419-627-2350 |
| Web Site: | www.cedarpoint.com |
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Cedar Downs
Cedar Point
Sandusky, OH
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| Description: | Prior & Church Racing Derby |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2006 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | Racing Derby |
| Year Built: | 1921 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, Track, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 64 Jumping Horses |
| Music: | No Band Organ: |
| Comments: | Horses 2-seated Williams Amusement Device Co. carvings. Largest size (93'). Eccentric drive creates back-and-forth motion of horses. Restored 1980. Carousel is located on the Midway. |
| History: | Euclid Beach Park, Cleveland, OH, 1921 to 1965 Cedar Point, Sandusky, OH, 1965 to present |
| Directions/Hours: | Exit 7 off Ohio Turnpike to 250 North. Two miles from junction of 250 & 6. Open every day mid-May to Labor Day. Bonus weekends thru October. |
| Mailing Address: | One Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH, 44870-5259 |
| Telephone: | 419-627-2350 |
| Web Site: | www.cedarpoint.com |
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