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No. 8. Borders for rooms & halls, Thomas Rowlandson

No. 8. Borders for rooms & halls, Thomas Rowlandson

Public domain image, 18th-century drawing, free to use, no copyright restrictions - Picryl description Thomas Rowlandson - English caricaturist of the 18th and early 19th centuries Britain, known for his humor... More

Pleasure railway, Saratoga. New York (state) 19th Century Stereoscope Card.

Pleasure railway, Saratoga. New York (state) 19th Century Stereoscope ...

Photograph shows women and children riding railcars on the "circular railway" amusement at Saratoga Springs resort, New York. Card number: "No. 653". Publisher attribution based on provenance. Gottheim collect... More

[People on Razzle Dazzle ride, at Coney Island, New York City]

[People on Razzle Dazzle ride, at Coney Island, New York City]

Public domain photograph of 19th-century stereoscopic card, New York, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Shooting the chutes / motion picture

Shooting the chutes / motion picture

"A lively scene on the famous water chutes at Coney Island"--Maguire & Baucus catalogue. Copyright: no reg. Camera, William Heise. Duration: 0:23 at 30 fps. Filmed June 18-23, 1896, at Bergen Beach, Coney Islan... More

Giant see-saw, Tennessee Centennial, Nashville, Tenn., 1897

Giant see-saw, Tennessee Centennial, Nashville, Tenn., 1897

Amusement park ride. 52317C2 U.S. Copyright Office. Copyright by B.L. Singley. No. 6094.

N.Z International Exhibition 1906-7 - The Water Chute

N.Z International Exhibition 1906-7 - The Water Chute

Public domain photo of vintage New Zealand postcard, 19th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description.

The smallest steam railroad train in the world

The smallest steam railroad train in the world

Stereograph showing men, women, and children riding on miniature railroad in park; train driver releasing smoke from smokestack. 22151 U.S. Copyright Office. Copyright, 1899, by B. L. Singley. No. 9482a.

The smallest steam railroad train in the world

The smallest steam railroad train in the world

Stereograph showing men, women, and children riding on miniature railroad in park; train driver releasing smoke from smokestack. 22152 U.S. Copyright Office. Copyright, 1899, by B. L. Singley. No. 9482b.

The Chutes, Coney Island, N.Y.. 19th century, Library of Congress collection

The Chutes, Coney Island, N.Y.. 19th century, Library of Congress coll...

View looking down chutes. Copyright by A. Loeffler, Tompkinsville, N.Y. No. 661.

The Chutes, Coney Island, N.Y.. 19th century, Library of Congress collection

The Chutes, Coney Island, N.Y.. 19th century, Library of Congress coll...

View of ground level; boat with nine people in foreground. Copyright by A. Loeffler, Tompkinsville, N.Y. No. 660.

Chester Park, the tickler, Cincinnati, Ohio

Chester Park, the tickler, Cincinnati, Ohio

Title from jacket. "G 5888" on negative. Detroit Publishing Co. no. 039036. Gift; State Historical Society of Colorado; 1949.

[Chester Park, the tickler, Cincinnati, Ohio]

[Chester Park, the tickler, Cincinnati, Ohio]

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Panoramic view of Electric Tower from a balloon /

Panoramic view of Electric Tower from a balloon /

"Here we have recorded a very novel scene, the camera having been placed in the basket of the captive balloon at the Pan-American Exposition. It was then slowly elevated to the top of the Tower, a distance of 4... More

Goat wagons, Central Park, New York

Goat wagons, Central Park, New York

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Elevated cycle wheel, Hingham Massachusetts

Elevated cycle wheel, Hingham Massachusetts

Aerio cycle at Pan-American Expo, Buffalo NY Courtesy of Hingham Public Library

"Shooting the Chutes", Luna Park, Coney Island, N.Y.

"Shooting the Chutes", Luna Park, Coney Island, N.Y.

Public domain photograph of New York, stereoscopic card, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Shooting the chutes, Luna Park, Coney Island /

Shooting the chutes, Luna Park, Coney Island /

"The camera was positioned to view the Shoot-the-Chutes concession from the best location. A special added attraction for the entertainment of the spectators is a man in a swimming suit who rides down the Shoot... More

Coney Island, New York. New York (state) 19th Century Stereoscope Card.

Coney Island, New York. New York (state) 19th Century Stereoscope Card...

H40623 U.S. Copyright Office. Copyrighted 1903 by William H. Rau. No. 5582.

"Limited Express" - Railway in Central Park, New York City, U.S.A

"Limited Express" - Railway in Central Park, New York City, U.S.A

Stereograph showing women and children riding on miniature railroad in park; crowd looking over wall at riders. H44818 U.S. Copyright Office. Copyright 1904 by Underwood & Underwood. On mount: Works and Studios... More

Looking over Dreamland from the top of the Shoot the Chutes, Coney Island, N.Y.

Looking over Dreamland from the top of the Shoot the Chutes, Coney Isl...

Public domain photograph of New York, stereoscopic card, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

"Limited Express" - Railway in Central Park, New York City, U.S.A

"Limited Express" - Railway in Central Park, New York City, U.S.A

Stereograph showing children riding on miniature railroad in park; train driver releasing smoke from smokestack; boy standing near tracks. H46003 U.S. Copyright Office. Copyright 1904 by American Stereoscopic Co.

Shooting the chutes, Dreamland, Coney Island, N.Y.

Shooting the chutes, Dreamland, Coney Island, N.Y.

Public domain photograph - ship, port, harbor, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

The automatic booster - Drawing. Public domain image.

The automatic booster - Drawing. Public domain image.

An amusement ride operator holds a lever which guides the action of "The Automatic Booster," a device which sends a man flying with the kick of a huge mechanical boot. No copyright information found with item. ... More

The smallest locomotive and train that carries passengers, Dreamland, Coney Island, N.Y.

The smallest locomotive and train that carries passengers, Dreamland, ...

Public domain photograph of New York, stereoscopic card, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Whirl of the Whirl, Luna Park, Coney Island, N.Y.

Whirl of the Whirl, Luna Park, Coney Island, N.Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Whirl of the Whirl, Luna Park, Coney Island, N.Y

Whirl of the Whirl, Luna Park, Coney Island, N.Y

"473" on negative. Detroit Publishing Co. no. 018327. Gift; State Historical Society of Colorado; 1949.

[Luna Park, circle swing, Coney Island, N.Y.]

[Luna Park, circle swing, Coney Island, N.Y.]

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Luna Park, circle swing, Coney Island, N.Y.

Luna Park, circle swing, Coney Island, N.Y.

Title from jacket. "475" on negative. Detroit Publishing Co. no. 033799. Gift; State Historical Society of Colorado; 1949.

Willow Grove Park airships, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania

Willow Grove Park airships, Willow Grove, Pennsylvania

Amusement ride at Willow Grove Park. Public domain photograph - historical image of Pennsylvania, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[View of Mountain Scenic Railway amusement ride from casino, Willow Grove Park, Pennsylvania]

[View of Mountain Scenic Railway amusement ride from casino, Willow Gr...

H96739; H95601 U.S. Copyright Office. Public domain photograph - historical image of Pennsylvania, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Zak Joseph Zachariah - Wellington's Wonderland at Miramar "The Water Chute"

Zak Joseph Zachariah - Wellington's Wonderland at Miramar "The Water C...

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New Zealand postcard, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.

[Willow Grove Park, Pennsylvania]

[Willow Grove Park, Pennsylvania]

H96737-8 U.S. Copyright Office. Public domain photograph - historical image of Pennsylvania, United States, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

[People on two miniature railroad trains on bridge or pier, possibly at Dreamland, Coney Island, New York City]

[People on two miniature railroad trains on bridge or pier, possibly a...

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Glen Echo amusement park. Coaster dips, angled tunnel view at night, Glen Echo

Glen Echo amusement park. Coaster dips, angled tunnel view at night, G...

Item title devised. The Theodor Horydczak Collection is a collection of photographs taken by Theodor Horydczak (1890-1971) a Polish-born American photographer who worked in Washington D.C. from the 1910s to th... More

Glen Echo amusement park. Aeroplane, night view, Glen Echo

Glen Echo amusement park. Aeroplane, night view, Glen Echo

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Glen Echo amusement park. Outside view of Dodg'em, Glen Echo

Glen Echo amusement park. Outside view of Dodg'em, Glen Echo

Picryl description: Public domain image of a department store, commercial building, downtown, shopping center, 19th-20th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Glen Echo amusement park. Coaster dips, tunnel view at night, Glen Echo

Glen Echo amusement park. Coaster dips, tunnel view at night, Glen Ech...

Item title devised. The Theodor Horydczak Collection is a collection of photographs taken by Theodor Horydczak (1890-1971) a Polish-born American photographer who worked in Washington D.C. from the 1910s to th... More

Glen Echo amusement park. Aeroplane, day view, Glen Echo

Glen Echo amusement park. Aeroplane, day view, Glen Echo

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Night time fun - Daytona Beach, Fla.

Night time fun - Daytona Beach, Fla.

The Boardwalk has been a fun and game spot for millions for over 40 years. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Monorail train ride at Fun Pier, Wildwood-by-the-Sea, N. J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Ferris wheel and sunken gardens, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

Ferris wheel and sunken gardens, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y...

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

A day of relaxation, Old Orchard Beach, Maine

A day of relaxation, Old Orchard Beach, Maine

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage Maine postcard.

The boardwalk and roller coaster at Jacksonville Beach, Florida

The boardwalk and roller coaster at Jacksonville Beach, Florida

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage Florida postcard.

Lake Placid Bobsled, Palisades Amusement Park, Palisades, N. J.

Lake Placid Bobsled, Palisades Amusement Park, Palisades, N. J.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New Jersey postcard.

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Monorail train ride at Fun Pier, Wildwood-by-the-Sea, N. J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Norfolk, Virginia - The Tichnor Brothers Postcard Collection

Norfolk, Virginia - The Tichnor Brothers Postcard Collection

Ocean View Amusement Park where there are all sorts of rides for grownups and kiddies alike. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Mills Chutes, Savin Rock, Conn.

Mills Chutes, Savin Rock, Conn.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage Connecticut postcard.

The Fleet ready for the "Take off" at Lake Compounce, Bristol, Conn.

The Fleet ready for the "Take off" at Lake Compounce, Bristol, Conn.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage Connecticut postcard.

Glen Echo amusement park. Coaster dips, angled tunnel view at night, Glen Echo

Glen Echo amusement park. Coaster dips, angled tunnel view at night, G...

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

The beach, looking north, Carolina Beach, N. C.

The beach, looking north, Carolina Beach, N. C.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage North Carolina postcard.

Hello from Ocean City Maryland postcard

Hello from Ocean City Maryland postcard

Amusement pier at night. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Ocean View, Virginia - The Tichnor Brothers Postcard Collection

Ocean View, Virginia - The Tichnor Brothers Postcard Collection

Norfolk, Virginia. Ocean View Amusement Park is one of the largest in the south, catering to the entire family. It has a frontage of several miles on a beautiful beach overlooking the Chesapeake Bay. Courtesy o... More

Boulevard at Nantasket Beach, Mass.

Boulevard at Nantasket Beach, Mass.

Public domain photo of vintage Massachusetts postcard - Picryl description

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Marine Pier, Wildwood by-the-Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Ocean View Amusement Park postcard

Ocean View Amusement Park postcard

Norfolk, Virginia. Ocean View Amusement Park in its glitter of light at night. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Seaside Park, N.J. - The Tichnor Brothers Postcard Collection

Seaside Park, N.J. - The Tichnor Brothers Postcard Collection

Funtown, U.S.A. Courtesy of Boston Public Library Public domain scan of the vintage New Jersey postcard, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

The Steeplechase, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

The Steeplechase, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Parachute jump, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

Parachute jump, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Rounding out our vacation fun, the Wildwood's by-the-sea, N. J.

Rounding out our vacation fun, the Wildwood's by-the-sea, N. J.

Hunt's Pier, Wildwood by the Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Space Needle - The Tichnor Brothers Postcard Collection

Space Needle - The Tichnor Brothers Postcard Collection

Astro Needle - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina's most thrilling amusement ride in air-conditioned comfort 200 feet in the sky. A breath-taking view both day and night. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Moonlight on the Atlantic ocean at Jacksonville Beach, Florida

Moonlight on the Atlantic ocean at Jacksonville Beach, Florida

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage Florida postcard.

Scene on the beach at Nantasket Beach, Mass.

Scene on the beach at Nantasket Beach, Mass.

Public domain photo of vintage Massachusetts postcard - Picryl description

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Hunt's Pier by night, Wildwood by the Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

The Cyclone at Revere Beach, Mass.

The Cyclone at Revere Beach, Mass.

Public domain photo of vintage Massachusetts postcard - Picryl description

Amusement area, South Beach, Staten Island, N. Y.

Amusement area, South Beach, Staten Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

The Steeplechase, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

The Steeplechase, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Steeplechase swimming pool, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

Steeplechase swimming pool, Steeplechase Park, Coney Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Greetings from Atlantic City, N.J.

Greetings from Atlantic City, N.J.

Rolling chairs. Sky tower ride. Convention hall. Beach front. Traymore Hotel. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Some riders at Carolina Beach, N. C.

Some riders at Carolina Beach, N. C.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage North Carolina postcard.

Flying scooters, Riverview Beach Park, Pennsville, N. J.

Flying scooters, Riverview Beach Park, Pennsville, N. J.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New Jersey postcard.

Loop-O-Plane -- One of Coney's thrilling rides, Coney Island, N. Y.

Loop-O-Plane -- One of Coney's thrilling rides, Coney Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Aeroplane Swings, Canobie Lake Park, Salem, New Hampshire

Aeroplane Swings, Canobie Lake Park, Salem, New Hampshire

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New Hampshire postcard.

Beach scene and Derby Racer, Revere Beach, Mass.

Beach scene and Derby Racer, Revere Beach, Mass.

Public domain photo of vintage Massachusetts postcard - Picryl description

Steeplechase Park at night, Coney Island, N. Y.

Steeplechase Park at night, Coney Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Aeroplanes and miniature railway station, Riverview Beach Park, Pennsville, N. J.

Aeroplanes and miniature railway station, Riverview Beach Park, Pennsv...

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New Jersey postcard.

Everybody has a good time at Jacksonville Beach, Florida

Everybody has a good time at Jacksonville Beach, Florida

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage Florida postcard.

A very busy day on the beach and a view of the Cyclone, Revere Beach, Mass.

A very busy day on the beach and a view of the Cyclone, Revere Beach, ...

Public domain photo of vintage Massachusetts postcard - Picryl description

Coney's Famous "Wonder Wheel," Coney Island, N. Y.

Coney's Famous "Wonder Wheel," Coney Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Lake front area, Geauga Lake Park, Geauga Lake, Ohio

Lake front area, Geauga Lake Park, Geauga Lake, Ohio

Picryl description: Public domain photo of a vintage Ohio postcard.

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Flume ride and pirate ship, Hunt's Pier, Wildwood by the Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Ocean View Amusement Park postcard

Ocean View Amusement Park postcard

Norfolk, Virginia. Ocean View Amusement Park in its glitter of light at night. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Roller coaster and Playland, Schellenger Ave. & boardwalk, Wildwood by the Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

The Cyclone, at night, Coney Island, N. Y.

The Cyclone, at night, Coney Island, N. Y.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Glen Echo amusement park. Coaster dips, tunnel view at night, Glen Echo

Glen Echo amusement park. Coaster dips, tunnel view at night, Glen Ech...

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Hunt's Pier by night, Wildwood by the Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Hunt's Pier, Wildwood by the Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Night time fun - Daytona Beach, Fla.

Night time fun - Daytona Beach, Fla.

The Boardwalk has been a fun and game spot for millions for over 40 years. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Hunt's Pier, Wildwood by the Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Beachfront and amusement area, Ideal Beach Resort, Shafer Lake, Ind.

Beachfront and amusement area, Ideal Beach Resort, Shafer Lake, Ind.

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Some of the many attractions of Luna Park at night, Coney Island, N. Y.

Some of the many attractions of Luna Park at night, Coney Island, N. Y...

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New York postcard.

Picnic Pavilion and Kiddie Playland, Geauga Lake Park, Geauga Lake, Ohio

Picnic Pavilion and Kiddie Playland, Geauga Lake Park, Geauga Lake, Oh...

Picryl description: Public domain photo of a vintage Ohio postcard.

View of beach and amusement area seen from ballroom, Ideal Beach Resort, Shafer Lake, Ind.

View of beach and amusement area seen from ballroom, Ideal Beach Resor...

Picryl description: Public domain photograph of an amusement park, free to use, no copyright restrictions.

Beach and boardwalk, Seaside Heights, N.J.

Beach and boardwalk, Seaside Heights, N.J.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New Jersey postcard.

Fly-O-Plane and Midway, Geauga Lake Park, Geauga Lake, Ohio

Fly-O-Plane and Midway, Geauga Lake Park, Geauga Lake, Ohio

Picryl description: Public domain photo of a vintage Ohio postcard.

Great White Way, Revere Beach, Mass. Where you can win a house and lot for a dime

Great White Way, Revere Beach, Mass. Where you can win a house and lot...

Public domain photo of vintage Massachusetts postcard - Picryl description

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

The Wildwoods by the Sea postcard

Hunt's Pier by night, Wildwood by the Sea, N.J. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Streamline Train at House of David, Benton Harbor, Mich.

Streamline Train at House of David, Benton Harbor, Mich.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage Michigan postcard.

Greetings from Atlantic City, N. J.

Greetings from Atlantic City, N. J.

Rolling chairs. Sky tower ride. Convention hall. Beach front. Traymore Hotel. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Scooter ride, Palisades Amusement Park, Palisades, N. J.

Scooter ride, Palisades Amusement Park, Palisades, N. J.

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage New Jersey postcard.

Old Orchard Street, showing Roller Coaster and Cyclone, Old Orchard Beach, Maine

Old Orchard Street, showing Roller Coaster and Cyclone, Old Orchard Be...

Picryl description: Public domain photo of vintage Maine postcard.

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