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Central Park
New York, NY
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| Park: | Central Park |
| Description: | Stein & Goldstein |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2020 |
| Status: | Active |
| Year Built: | 1908 |
| Type: | 4 rows, Park, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 52 Jumping Horses, 5 Standing Horses, 2 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: Ruth & Sohn model 33 - converted to Wurlitzer 150 rolls/MIDI |
| Notes: | Received the NCA Historic Carousel Award - 2014 |
| Comments: | Ongoing restoration of the figures. This is the 4th carousel on site with the first one in 1871. Dedicated July 2, 1952. Building gifted by Michael Friedsam (C. B. Altman's) |
| History: | Coney Island & Brooklyn Railroad Terminal, Brooklyn, NY, 1908 to 1950
Central Park, New York City, NY, 1951 to present
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| Directions/Hours: | Enter park at 59th St. & 6th Ave. Carousel is approximately 5 blocks on left of the street. Open daily Mon – Fri weather permitting during the winter. Weekend year round. Hours vary. |
| Mailing Address: | 349 West 37th St., New York, NY, 10018 |
| Telephone: | 212-439-6900 |
| Website: | https://www.centralpark.com/things-to-do/attractions/carousel/ |
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