Weona Park Carousel
Weona Park Carousel, Historical carousel in Pen Argyl, Pennsylvania.
Description
Weona Park Carousel is a wooden pavilion housing 44 hand-carved animal figures and 2 sleighs arranged in three concentric rows. Each figure demonstrates the careful craftsmanship that went into its creation.
History
The carousel was assembled in 1923 by the Dentzel Carousel Company from Philadelphia using animal carvings created between 1890 and 1917. The combination brought together figures crafted across multiple decades by different artisans.
Culture
The carousel serves as a gathering place where families spend time together during warmer months. The carved figures create a festive mood that draws people of all ages to this corner of the park.
Practical
The carousel is located in Weona Park along Pennsylvania Route 512 and is accessible during park hours. A visit works best during warmer months when the weather makes it pleasant to spend time outdoors.
Did you know?
What stands out is that this carousel combines animal figures created across separate decades and then assembled into one complete structure. This mixing of different creation periods within a single ride offers a window into evolving carving techniques.
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