The Bug at Hersheypark | 1933 – 1981
The Bug was one of Hershepark’s most classic rides, located in the Hollow, adjacent to Comet.
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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).
Hersheypark’s Carrousel Fair
The Carrousel Fair was an event at Hersheypark that can trace its roots to the 1978 season. The event wasContinue Reading
Hersheypark in 1960
60 years ago, Hersheypark operated for it’s 54th season. The season began on April 24, 1960, and operated through SeptemberContinue Reading
Hersheypark 1910 | Memorial Day
In 1910, Hersheypark opened for its fifth season on May 30, Memorial Day. At the time, Memorial Day was alsoContinue Reading
Bruno T. Lorenzini | Artist and Museum Curator
In 1934, a pocket guide titled “What To See In Hershey” was published by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company. ItContinue Reading
Wapello Fabrications, Inc.
During the noon lunch break on Monday, May 20, 1974, a fire broke out in an amusement ride manufacturer’s productionContinue Reading
Banjo-Saxo Orchestra of Harrisburg
Hersheypark has had many jazz orchestras and bands appear at the park throughout the years, especially between the 1910s toContinue Reading
Alanson Wood | Inventor of the Roller Coaster
The featured image above is courtesy of the Jim Abbate Collection. Alanson Wood was an inventor who was born inContinue Reading
Aero Joy Plane Company
The Aero Joy Plane Company was an amusement ride manufacturer that existed from 1917 to approximately 1935. Incorporation On AugustContinue Reading