1. An Amusement Park Once Existed on the Site of Alley Pond Park

Kiddy City, spanning 25 acres, was the third largest amusement park in New York City when it opened in 1954. Located on Northern Boulevard and 230th street, the attraction featured 24 rides, a batting cage, an arcade and an archery range. It thrived for a decade until a fire destroyed the adjoining Treasure Island Restaurant & Arcade in 1964. Although the amusement park was not actually damaged in the disaster, its owners were forced to sell the rides as the restaurant was a vital for bringing in profit. Without the necessary funds to pay for insurance premiums or to rebuild a new restaurant, Kiddy City officially closed down. The remnants of the park were later removed to complete Alley Pond Park. Today, its golf center remains in operation near the site.

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