The first kiddie parks in North
America were born in the lush forests of the Adirondack Mountains in
the 1950s. These parks brought to life the characters of beloved
fairytales,
legends, and nursery rhymes through live performers, animated
figures, and themed mechanical rides. Kiddie Parks of the
Adirondacks contains images of some of the Adirondacks’ most popular
kiddie parks: Storytown U.S.A., Enchanted Forest of the Adirondacks,
the Land of Make Believe, Magic Forest, and Santa’s Workshop. Each
park is home to various fantasy-themed amusements built to
accommodate children rather than adults. Four of the five parks are
still in operation and continue to entertain new generations of
children every year.About the author
Rose Ann Hirsch is a volunteer at
the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum in North Tonawanda and a
carousel horse restorer. She has written various books and articles
on amusement park topics.
|
