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Kit Carson Co. Fairgrounds
Burlington, CO
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| Park: | Kit Carson Co. Fairgrounds |
| Description: | PTC #6 |
| Carousel Class: | Classic Wood Carousel |
| Last Update: | 2020 |
| Status: | Active |
| Model: | #6 |
| Year Built: | 1905 |
| Type: | 3 rows, Park, Stationary, All Wood composition |
| Figures: | 25 Standing Horses, 21 Menagerie Animals (2 Burros, 3 Camels, 1 Dog, 3 Deer, 3 Giraffes, 3 Goats, 1 Hippocampus, 1 Lion, 1 Tiger, 3 Zebras), 4 chariots |
| Music: | Band Organ: 1909 Wurl 155 #2453 (Monster) |
| Notes: | Recognized as a National Historic Landmark - 1987, Placed on the National Register of Historic Places - 1978, Received the NCA Historic Carousel Award - 1994 |
| Comments: | Originally built for Elitch Gardens in Denver, CO. Museum interpreting the carousel is located nearby. Original G.E. motor still drives the carousel. Four, two-seat chariots, two carved and two plain are on this machine. |
| History: | Elitch Gardens, Denver, CO, 1905 to 1928
Kit Carson Co. Fairgrounds, Burlington, CO, 1928 to present
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| Directions/Hours: | I-70 Exit 437. Go North and follow historic marker signs. Burlington is 150 mi East of Denver with a population of 3200. Operates Memorial Day to Labor Day 11am - 6pm. |
| Mailing Address: | P.O.Box 28, Stratton, CO, 80836 |
| Telephone: | 719-346-7666 |
| Website: | www.kitcarsoncountycarousel.com |
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