Storybook Land
Storybook Land is a theme park in Aberdeen, South Dakota, featuring scenes and characters from well-known children's stories. The park includes rides such as the Humpty Dumpty Coaster and Jack & Jill, a carousel with hand-carved animals, and the Land of Oz area with Dorothy's House and a tornado effects show.
The park evolved from a simple area with a lake and farmland into a place filled with sculptures, rides, and colorful displays. This transformation reflects the community's commitment to creating a family-friendly destination for visitors of all ages.
The park draws its name from classic children's stories and features scenes that visitors recognize from familiar tales. Families experience these narratives firsthand through the displays and character encounters, making storytelling a tangible part of their visit.
The park is open from late spring through early fall, with extended evening hours during summer. Visitors enjoy free admission and can ride the small train or other attractions while two concession stands offer snacks and meals throughout the day.
A rare attraction is the Wizard's Balloon in the Land of Oz, which lifts visitors high above the park for a sweeping view of the entire grounds. This perspective reveals the full scale of the park and lets guests see all the scenes and rides from above.
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