Herschell Carousel Factory Museum
Overview
Special-interest museum that features the historical and elaborate Herschell carousels.Contact Information
180 Thompson St.North Tonawanda, New York 14120
United States
Diamond level member
Description
Through a rich and exciting collection of rides, period equipment and ephemera, The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum interprets and presents the development of the Herschell companies and changes in the American amusement industry in the 19th and 20th centuries. Visitors explore the art, science, math, music and social history of the early American amusement industry, from carrousels to coasters. Through exhibits, tours, and a variety of educational programming the museum helps visitors experience this fun and fascinating part of the past.