This fun, informative guidebook
profiles 15 major amusement parks in Virginia, Maryland, and
Delaware. A complete history of the industry is followed by an
account of parks in the region, accompanied by vintage photographs
and postcard scenes. Visitor information on location, schedules,
admission, touring tips, food, children's fare, special features,
and rides round out this useful source on this favourite family
pastime.
Featured parks:
Kings Dominion
Busch Gardens Europe
Go-Karts Plus
Motor World
Virginia Beach Amusement Park
Funland
Blue Diamond Amusement Park
Baja Amusements
Frontier Town Western Theme Park
Jolly Roger Amusement Park
Jolly Roger at the Pier
Trimper's Rides & Amusements
Six Flags America
Funland Family Fun Center
Adventure Park USA
About the author
Jim Futrell is a resident of
Pittsburgh and historian of the National Amusement Park Historical
Association. He is the author of
Amusement Parks of
Pennsylvania,
Amusement Parks of New York and
Amusement Parks of New
Jersey.
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