Krape Park Antique Carousel
N 42° 16.662 W 089° 39.123
16T E 281313 N 4684015
Over 2 million riders since July 4, 1959
Waymark Code: WMTAR
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 10/05/2006
Views: 65
Owned and operated by the Freeport, IL Park District. Each year, approximately 60,000 rides are taken on the Carousel. Dedicated on July 4, 1959, it has run continuously through the years. In 1995, it received a major refurbishing. New lights, canopy, wheelchair ramp, and ticket booth were installed. Of course the 20 horses were repainted, and new scenes were painted on the oval panels above.
Carousel Location: Neighborhood Park
Is the Carousel operational?: Yes
Does the Music work?: Unknown
Cost to ride:
No admission to the City Park. Carousel rides are: 4 Rides for $1.00.
Hours of Operation:
Memorial Day through Labor Day: Noon - 9pm
Weekends & no-school days in May and September: Noon - 8pm
Closed when Freeport Schools are in session.
Related Website: [Web Link]
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Visit Instructions:
Please include a photo of your self at the location or a picture of your favorite animal on that carousel.
If you are lucky enough to take a ride on your visit, tell us what animal you rode.