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On June 16, 1884, Sunday school teacher and part-time inventor LaMarcus Adna Thompson unveiled his greatest creation to the waiting crowds at Coney Island. Reportedly inspired by the switchback ...

Defying gravity: Silver Dollar City to open with 'fastest, steepest, tallest' roller coaster Family fun from years past gets new attractions Ginnie Graham Mar 11, 2018 Updated Jan 27, 2021 0 1 of 11 ...

MISSION BEACH – Since it first roared to life on July 4, 1925, the Giant Dipper roller coaster has stood as a beloved icon of Belmont Park and Mission Beach’s coastline. Built in four weeks by the ...