Marriott's Great America, Proposed amusement park along Interstate 95 in Savage, Maryland
Marriott's Great America was a planned amusement park in Savage, Maryland that would have covered 850 acres. The development included sections for different themed experiences related to American history and outdoor recreation.
Marriott Corporation acquired the land in 1971 from The Rouse Company as part of its Great America theme park expansion strategy. The proposal was rejected in 1972 by the Howard County Zoning Board due to environmental concerns.
The development included plans for amphitheaters featuring animal shows, a 200-acre safari park, and a marine mammal park to educate visitors.
This project no longer exists as a functioning facility, so there are no visiting hours or admission details to check. The land near Interstate 95 in Savage is now accessible as open area if you wish to visit the site where the development was proposed.
The proposal included plans for a 200-acre safari park and marine mammal facility with educational animal shows and performances. These attractions were designed to combine learning with entertainment through animal interaction.
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