Coney Island, water park in Cincinnati, Ohio
Description
Coney Island was a recreational park stretching across the Cincinnati waterfront with over 20 acres of land. The grounds featured the Sunlite Pool and numerous attractions designed for families and children.
History
Farmer James Parker converted his apple orchard into a recreational space called Parker's Grove in 1867. The name was later changed to Coney Island to create a connection with the well-known New York destination.
Culture
The park served as a gathering place where people from Cincinnati came to dance, dine, and spend time together. These recreational spaces shaped how residents spent their leisure time throughout the 20th century.
Practical
The park was open to visitors from May through September with water park facilities available. The Sunlite Pool could accommodate approximately 10,000 swimmers at once.
Did you know?
The grounds experienced repeated flooding from the Ohio River, which caused major disruptions to operations. In 1971, rides were moved to Kings Island where the park reopened with new attractions.
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