Posted
on June 26, 2016
A
quarter of a century ago is already “history.” And a quarter of a
century ago, on this date in 1991, the Coney Island Cyclone roller
coaster was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The National Register of Historic Places isn't just places. It is a list of districts, buildings, and other sites, structures, and objects deemed worthy of
preservation. It includes battlefields and theaters, churches and
bridges and fountains. It probably does not include a lot of roller
coasters!
The
Cyclone was opened in New York City on this date in 1927, so it is 89
years old and heading for his centennial! With a 2,640-foot-long
track, 6 fan turns, 12 drops – one of them a 85-foot drop! – the
wooden roller coaster requires a lot of money for upkeep.
Coney
Island used to be very popular – and the roller coaster was very a
big part of that. However, the area has seen a decline in use. City
planners, roller-coaster owners, and the people of New York City have
disagreed about whether or not to Save the Cyclone, but a variety of
amusement parks have and continue to operate the ride.
Right now, it is run by Luna Park - and it's featured in a Beyonce music video!
- Take a virtual ride of the Cyclone today!
- To learn more about roller coasters, check out these earlier posts.
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