Crescent Park Carousel, Looff Carousel
Crescent Park Carousel, Looff Carousel
700 Bullocks Point Ave
East Providence, Rhode Island 02915
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Phone:401-435-7518
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Web Site: http://www.eastprovidenceri.net/content/668/830/834/default.aspx
Sixty-six beautifully carved figures designed c. 1895 by Charles I.D. Looff. The band organ by A. Ruth and Sohn, in neo-baroque style, is carved with moving figures. The finest surviving example of its type in America, the carousel was proclaimed the State Symbol of Folk Art in 1985. Designated as a National Landmark in March, 1987.
Services / Features / Restrictions: Admission Charged, Children's Activities, Attraction, Amusement Park, Of Interest to Children, National Historic Landmark, National Historic Site, National Register, Park, Food, Restaurant On-Site, Reservations Required for Groups, Bristol County, Saltwater Fishing
Handicap Service: Complete Wheel Chair Access