Description: Great America Amusement Park Ceramic Bell Gurnee, Illinois or Santa Clara, California (this bell could have been sold at either park) Featuring the double decker Columbia carousel and the words: GREAT AMERICA Which could refer to two different parks opened in 1976: Six Flags Great America is an amusement park located in Gurnee, Illinois, within the northern Chicago metropolitan area. Originally opened in 1976 by the Marriott Corporation as Marriott's Great America, Six Flags has owned and operated the park since 1984. It features four themed areas and fifteen roller coasters, as well as a 20-acre (81,000 m2) water park called Hurricane Harbor Chicago. Over 3 million guests visited Six Flags Great America in 2017, ranking it among the top 20 amusement parks in North America for attendance. California's Great America, often shortened to Great America, is a 112-acre (45 ha) amusement park located in Santa Clara, California. Owned and operated by Cedar Fair, it originally opened in 1976 as one of two parks built by the Marriott Corporation. California's Great America features over 40 rides and attractions, and one of its most notable is Gold Striker, which has been featured as a top-ranked wooden roller coaster in Amusement Today's annual Golden Ticket Awards publication. A magical merry-go-round for the young and young at heart.Giddy up! For generations, the carousel has been one of the most magical and cherished rides for young and old alike. The Columbia Carousel carries on that very special tradition with 106 beautiful carved ornate chariots, horses, and animals. Choose your favorite and climb onto this classic, slow-moving circular ride. Some horses gently rise up and down, while others stand still for a more stable ride. All are lit up by old fashioned carnival lights and old time music which will transport you to another time. Everyone who passes through the front gate of Six Flags Great America has seen this iconic merry-go-round, nestled among lush trees and overlooking a pristine reflecting pool. The sculpted gazebo-style structure and intricate artistic detail on the outside is only matched by the two levels, 10 stories, of magic on the inside platform. The double-decker grand carousel holds a treasured place in the hearts of countless visitors to the park. Share the magic and be a part of history on this beautiful attraction. It’s a must-ride ride for couples falling in love, a child’s first amusement park trip, or simply friends galloping around with laughs and good times! Fun Facts about the Columbia Carousel The Columbia Carousel has a twin at the Great America Park in California, they hold the record for the largest carousel at 100ft.There are 16 original oil paintings on the Columbia Carousel which depict America’s history; they were painted by George Gibson.The animals are fiberglass reproductions of the most famous products of the old-time carousel carvers.There are over 1,000 lights that outline the carousel.The Columbia Carousel can hold over 100 riders. This is a super rare bell, but it as a chip in the front so offered affordably. Add this rare bell to your collection!
Price: 12.99 USD
Location: Appleton, Wisconsin
End Time: 2024-01-31T13:41:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
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Theme: Amusement Parks
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