06/18/2026
Today is national mascot day when I heard this, I took a walk through the museum to see the various mascots representing its respective parks.
American Amusement Park Museum
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The photos on our page are our own and copyrighted property unless noted. We are a privately owned and funded museum located in Newville Pennsylvania. We share information on parks, rides, and manufactures of the past and present though stories, trip reports and a growing collection of artifacts. We give private tours by appointment trough our website (www.AmusementParkHistory.com)
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06/18/2026
06/15/2026
Some of the 50th decor during our recent visit to Six Flags Great America/Hurricane Harbor
Unfortunately American Eagle, Viper and Wizzer were down, but the park looks great and love that they are back to themed music in each section.
06/11/2026
A 2026 on-ride POV of Condor at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee Illinois.
This Huss ride opened in 1991, but previously operated at Six Flags Great Adventure from 1988-1990.
*This was recorded with Meta Glasses, Six Flags Great America does not allow phones out on most rides.
06/09/2026
06/09/2026
Hersheypark announced the permanent closing of Tidal Force on September 7.
Photos are owned by American Amusement Park Museum.
06/08/2026
New for 2027 at Carowinds is Rip Roarin’ Falls will be one of the tallest water rides ever constructed and home to the world’s first super flume mega drop at more than 100 feet. It will boast three world records, including the tallest log flume drop, tallest reverse drop and tallest reverse camelback.
06/08/2026
Waldameer & Water World located in Erie, Pa announced their new coaster, Eagle's Pusuit, for 2027.
Photo credit : Waldameer park
05/31/2026
A Pov of Verbolten: Forbidden Turn on May 30th on its reopening day with its revamped theming.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
05/29/2026
A preview of Verbolten: Forbidden Turn at
This reimagined coaster will open for members on May 29th and to the public on May 30th. The queue includes a audio animatronic of Frau Hexel, and her trusty Brüm.
05/29/2026
The animations of the newly rethemed Verbolten Forbidden Turn Busch Gardens Williamsburg
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