Starin's Glen Island, 19th century amusement park in New Rochelle, New York, US
Starin's Glen Island was a 19th century amusement park built across multiple connected islands in New Rochelle, overlooking Long Island Sound. The complex offered a variety of recreational facilities, including a natural history museum, boat docks, and dining areas spread across the waterfront grounds.
Shipping magnate John H. Starin founded this entertainment complex in 1881, transforming the islands into a popular destination for New York day-trippers. The resort attracted visitors for several decades before economic shifts led to its closure.
The park featured recreations of different cultural settings, including a German beer garden and a Chinese pagoda, allowing visitors to experience places from around the world without leaving the island.
The site was accessible only by steamboat from New York Harbor, limiting visits to scheduled boat departures and returns. Plan to walk across varied terrain and be prepared for changing weather conditions typical of waterfront locations.
The park's museum housed a notable collection of Egyptian mummies and prehistoric artifacts, including several meteorite specimens. This scientific collection was unusual for an amusement park and attracted visitors interested in natural history and ancient cultures.
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