Cafesjian's Carousel – An Antique Carousel in Como Park
One of only three operating carousels still in original paint, the carousel has been restored to its 1914 beauty. The carousel is named for the late Gerard L. Cafesjian, who contributed the major share of money needed to rescue it from auction, restore it and build its pavilion in Como Park.
Carousel - Minnesota State Fair
Hop on board one of the magnificently painted horses and enjoy the classic carousel tunes. 9:00 am – 10:00 pm. Notes: Closes at 9 p.m. on Labor Day. $3 per rider. Notes: This ride does not accept Mighty Midway and Kidway ride & game tickets.
The Fair’s Dentzel Carousel Turns 100 Years Old!
Built back in 1914, the Dentzel Carousel turns the BIG 100 this year! The carousel consists of 66 hand-carved horses and two chariots, which receive a year-round polish and maintenance to keep the unique ride true to its roots—wood and plaster.
History – Cafesjian's Carousel
During its 75 years at the State Fair, the carousel wove itself into the stories of many generations of Minnesota families. Most of those families thought that the State Fair owned the carousel, and took for granted that “their” carousel would be at the fair forever.
Fair Carousel | Classic Ride - Valleyfair
Originally built in 1925 for the Excelsior Amusement Park located on Lake Minnetonka, the Carousel made its way to Valleyfair after the park closed. Climb on and grab the reins on one of the forty-eight antique horses or a select chariot seat before you embark on a whimsical journey.
Cafesjian Carousel: Going round and round since 1914
2014年7月24日 · Entrepreneur Austin McFadden paid $8,500 to amusement ride maker Philadelphia Toboggan Co. to build a carousel for the Minnesota State Fair. Its horses carved and painted by German immigrants,...
Cafesjian's Carousel - Explore Minnesota
Built by Philadelphia Toboggan Company in 1914, the carousel spent its first 75 years at the Minnesota State Fair. Music comes from a rebuilt Wurlitzer 153 band organ. Even when it is not operating, the carousel can be seen through large glass doors.
Flushing Meadows Carousel - Wikipedia
It was created to serve patrons of the 1964 New York World's Fair by combining two earlier carousels, both of which were carved in Coney Island in the first decade of the twentieth century by renowned carver Marcus Illions.
Welcome to World's Fair Carousel
Here are the stories of the two carousels which appeared at the World's Fair at Carousel Park and the Belgian Village. One is still in operation at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens NY, the original site of the fair. The other is at home in Montreal, Canada
Christmas Carousel – Annual Holiday Gift Market – Thanksgiving …
For over 37 years the Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market has been a Triangle Thanksgiving Tradition for thousands of holiday shoppers. Over 250 Exhibitors come together each year showcasing Arts, Crafts, Holiday Foods, Gifts, Floral, Holiday Decorations and much, much more!