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by Harry Michelson December 30, 2020 0

Skyview at Hersheypark

Skyview has operated in Hersheypark since 1966. It is a scenic, round-trip gondola ride. This should not be confused with Sky Ride (1973-1991).

by Harry Michelson September 29, 2020 0

The Carrousel Fair was an event at Hersheypark that can trace its roots to the 1978 season. The event wasContinue Reading

by Harry Michelson June 4, 2020 0

60 years ago, Hersheypark operated for it’s 54th season. The season began on April 24, 1960, and operated through SeptemberContinue Reading

by Harry Michelson May 21, 2020 0

In 1910, Hersheypark opened for its fifth season on May 30, Memorial Day. At the time, Memorial Day was alsoContinue Reading

by Harry Michelson May 18, 2020 0

In 1934, a pocket guide titled “What To See In Hershey” was published by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company. ItContinue Reading

by Harry Michelson April 28, 2020 0

During the noon lunch break on Monday, May 20, 1974, a fire broke out in an amusement ride manufacturer’s productionContinue Reading

by Harry Michelson April 10, 2020 3

by Harry Michelson March 31, 2020 2

The featured image above is courtesy of the Jim Abbate Collection. Alanson Wood was an inventor who was born inContinue Reading

by Harry Michelson March 23, 2020 1

The Aero Joy Plane Company was an amusement ride manufacturer that existed from 1917 to approximately 1935. Incorporation On AugustContinue Reading

by Harry Michelson March 21, 2020 0

Valley Video Cable Company (VVC) was a company founded by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company on October 27, 1966 (atContinue Reading