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20 Secrets of NYC’s Coney Island
While theme parks like Disneyland, Universal Studios, and Six Flags are known for having some of the biggest rides and
Luna Park in Coney Island Opens for 120th Year
Coney Island’s historic Luna Park amusement park opens for the 2023 season today at noon with some new and
Thomas Edison and His Role in Lighting Up NYC
Thomas Edison, the “Wizard of Menlo Park,” was born today, February 11, in 1847. Though much of Edison’s work
Never-Before-Seen Photos of NYC’s Coney Island in 1940
Coney Island is one of New York City’s gems, appearing front and center on advertisements, brochures, and guides. For
NYC’s Lost Amusement Parks
Many New Yorkers can remember amusement parks like Nunley’s in Nassau County and perhaps Palisades Amusement Park in New
Custard Was Invented at Coney Island Over 100 Years Ago
After eating one of Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs and screaming during the drops of Coney Island’s Cyclone Roller
NYC’s Lost Historic Amusement Parks
Luna Park. Photo from Library of Congress This summer, many families are scrambling to find entertaining activities to do to
The Brave Escape of Alice the Elephant Who Swam from Coney Island to Staten Island
Thomas Hynes is the author of the new book Wild City: A Brief History of New York in 40 Animals
12 Buildings That Should Be Brought Back in NYC
Image from Library of Congress We put out an open call on our Facebook page with the question: “If you
The Top 10 Secrets of NYC’s Coney Island Cyclone
The Coney Island Cyclone will have been a staple of Luna Park for 90 years this coming Sunday, June 25,
The Cyclone, Luna Park and Thunderbolt Roller Coasters Open on Coney Island
The Cyclone, Luna Park and Thunderbolt roller coaster have finally opened for the first day of the season this year
27 Secrets of NYC’s Coney Island
While theme parks like Disneyland, Universal Studios, and Six Flags are known for having some of the biggest rides and