C.W. Parker Carousel Museum, Carousel heritage museum in Leavenworth, United States.
The C.W. Parker Carousel Museum displays a collection of vintage carousels, hand-carved wooden animals, and mechanical instruments from different periods in American history.
Charles Wallace Parker started manufacturing carousels in 1898 in Abilene, Kansas, before moving his expanding operation to Leavenworth in 1911 for larger factory space.
The museum preserves the artistry of carousel manufacturing through exhibits of traditional carving techniques, mechanical operations, and the role of carousels in American entertainment.
The museum welcomes visitors on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 PM to 5 PM throughout the year, except during January when it remains closed for maintenance.
The 1913 Carry-Us-All carousel features 31 distinct elements, including specially designed wooden horses decorated with corn ear patterns, reflecting Kansas agricultural heritage.
Location: Leavenworth
GPS coordinates: 39.31720,-94.90960
Latest update: March 3, 2025 07:51
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