Amusement Ride Collection

Wildwood, New Jersey. Illuminated stores along the boadwalk at dusk. The Wildwood beach and its boardwalk are a popular resort destination

Santa Cruz, California, USA, 2022. Creator: Ethel Davies
Santa Cruz, California, USA, 2022. Entrance to the Giant Dipper, the main roller coaster at the Boardwalk amusement park, Santa Cruz, California, USA

Santa Cruz, California, USA, 2022. Creator: Ethel Davies
Santa Cruz, California, USA, 2022. The Sky Glider (skyway gondolas) at the Boardwalk amusement park, Santa Cruz, California, USA

Santa Cruz, California, USA, 2022. Creator: Ethel Davies
Santa Cruz, California, USA, 2022. Tables in front of the Giant Dipper, the main roller coaster at the Boardwalk amusement park, Santa Cruz, California, USA

The Miniature railway, Coney Island, N.Y. c1905. Creator: Unknown
The Miniature railway, Coney Island, N.Y. c1905

Whirl of the Whirl, Luna Park, Coney Island, N.Y. c1905. Creator: Unknown
Whirl of the Whirl, Luna Park, Coney Island, N.Y. c1905

The Python steel roller coaster. Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, Florida, USA. It closed on October 31, 2006 Python was a steel roller coaster located at Busch Gardens amusement park in Tampa, Florida

The Ferris wheel at Dreamland, Margate, Kent, England, UK. Circa 1980's

Illinois, Chicago, Navy Pier, Centennial Wheel and Chicago Skyline in Background
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Illinois, Chicago, Navy Pier, Ferris Wheel Closeup and Buildings in Background
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USA, Virginia, Virginia Beach, Atlantic Fun Park

Wildwood, NJ beach and its boardwalk are a popular resort destination

Steel Pier in Atlantic City at twilight

The Wildwoods consist of three municipalities: Wildwood, Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood which reside on a barrier island just north of Cape May New Jersey

Ferris wheel at dusk at Wildwood at boardwalk, a popular resort destination on the New Jersey shore

View of the grounds at the Vermont state fair, Rutland, 1941. Creator: Jack Delano
View of the grounds at the Vermont state fair, Rutland

Side shows at the Vermont state fair, Rutland, 1941. Creator: Jack Delano
Side shows at the Vermont state fair, Rutland

On the ferris wheel at the Vermont state fair, Rutland, 1941. Creator: Jack Delano
On the ferris wheel at the Vermont state fair, Rutland

Bartholomew Fair, 1807. 1807. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Bartholomew Fair, 1807

Bartholomew Fair, February 1, 1808. February 1, 1808. Creator: J. Bluck
Bartholomew Fair, February 1, 1808

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Merry-go-round horses. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Monstrous Development of the See Saw to Please Simple Minds, c1935. From Our Wonderful World, Volume III, edited by J.A. Hammerton. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London]

Children on a fairground ride, 2005

Scenic Railway, Imperial International Exhibition, London, 1909. The Imperial International Exhibition was a worlds fair held in White City, London in 1909

Witching Waves, Imperial International Exhibition, London, 1909. The Imperial International Exhibition was a worlds fair held in White City, London in 1909

Arabian children enjoying a big-wheel, 1922. Illustration from Peoples of All Nations, Their Life Today and the Story of Their Past, volume II, British Empire to Dahomey, edited by J A Hammerton

Ice Mountain, artificial sledge run, Russia, 1836
Ice Mountain, artificial sledge run, Russia, 1833. Ice Mountains such as this were constructed during the winter for public amusement in Russian cities such as St Petersburg and Moscow

Ice Mountain, artificial sledge run, Russia, 1833. Ice Mountains such as this were constructed during the winter for public amusement in Russian cities such as St Petersburg and Moscow

Giant Ferris wheel, International Exhibition, Chicago, 1893. The event, known as the Columbian Exhibition was held to commemorate the 400th anniversary of Columbus discovery of America

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England; A Ferris Wheel Illuminated At Night

Calgary, Alberta, Canada; Midway Rides At Night With Fireworks At The Calgary Stampede

Merry Go Round, Hampton Court, London, Uk

Amusement Ride In The Evening With Lights And Motion; Portland, Oregon, United States of America

A Large Red Ferris Wheel; Newcastle Upon Tyne, England

Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England; A Ferris Wheel And Fountains Illuminated At Night

Giant Swing At An Amusement Park

Light Effect Of A Fairground Ride At Night At The Calgary Stampede; Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Ferris wheel, backlit, Oktoberfest, Munich, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Steeplechase, Rockaway, N. Y. Postcard. 1903, Steeplechase, Rockaway, N. Y. Postcard
Steeplechase, Rockaway, N.Y. Postcard. 1903, Steeplechase, Rockaway, N.Y. Postcard

Loop the Loop, Coney Island, N. Y. Postcard. 1903, Loop the Loop, Coney Island, N. Y. Postcard
Loop the Loop, Coney Island, N.Y. Postcard. 1903, Loop the Loop, Coney Island, N.Y. Postcard

Electric Tower, Luna Park, Coney Island Postcard. 1903, Electric Tower, Luna Park, Coney Island Postcard

Greetings from Coney Island, New York Postcard. ca. 1943, Greetings from Coney Island, New York Postcard

Postcard of Steeplechase Ride at Coney Island. ca. 1913, The Steeplechase is the most popular amusement device in the famous Steeplechase Park at Coney Island and is always crowded with visitors

Postcard of the Great American Racing Derby. ca. 1921, The Great American Racing Derby, Euclid Beach, Cleveland, Fifth City

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"Thrills and Delights: Exploring Amusement Rides in Wildwood, New Jersey" As dusk settles over the vibrant boardwalk of Wildwood, New Jersey, illuminated stores cast a magical glow that beckons visitors to embark on an unforgettable adventure. Nestled along the stunning Wildwood beach, this popular resort destination boasts a plethora of amusement rides that promise endless excitement. Just a stone's throw away lies Steel Pier in Atlantic City, where twilight unveils a captivating panorama. The enchanting lights dance upon the horizon as thrill-seekers eagerly anticipate heart-pounding experiences atop towering attractions. The allure of Wildwoods extends beyond its renowned boardwalk; it encompasses three municipalities - Wildwood, Wildwood Crest, and North Wildwood - residing on a barrier island just north of Cape May. Here lies an idyllic haven for vacationers seeking respite from their daily routines amidst the sun-kissed shores and lively atmosphere. A magnificent Ferris wheel stands tall against the dusky sky at the heart of Wildwood's bustling boardwalk. Its gentle rotations offer panoramic views that capture both serenity and exhilaration simultaneously – an emblematic symbol of this beloved resort destination on the New Jersey shore. Travel back in time to 1941 Vermont state fair captured through Jack Delano's lens. Step into his photographs showcasing not only thrilling amusement rides but also side shows brimming with wonderment. Experience firsthand what it was like to ride high above on a Ferris wheel or immerse yourself in Bartholomew Fair's vibrant festivities depicted by Thomas Rowlandson and J. Bluck in 1807-1808. From coast to coast, amusement rides have enthralled people across America. In Indianapolis, Indiana merry-go-round horses come alive with whimsy while monstrous see-saws delight simple minds elsewhere - reminding us all that joy can be found in even the simplest pleasures, and are more than just exhilarating attractions; they are gateways to unforgettable memories.