Luna Park 1903 - 1946
Opened in 1903 Luna Park was " A Wonder" filled with fantasy
architecture, theatrical extravaganzas and the famous electric lights at night.
The park's centerpiece was the old Sea Lion's Park - "Shoot-the Chutes".
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Shooting The Chutes
The original Wet-N-Wild park ride. |
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The Lagoon at the end of the Shoot-the-Chutes ride.
Just think.. this amusement park was in full swing 60 years before Disney !
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The Dragon's Gorge
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Helter Skelter Slide,
Luna Park
Restaurant Boxes above the Helter Skelter ride.
Luna Park by night postcard image circa 1906.
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A regular event were live elephants and camels that were taken for a stroll on the park's grounds. |
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Famous Main Entrance facing Surf Avenue
The Heart Of Coney Island
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