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The Rivalries That Redefined Amusement Parks
In the early 20th century, Coney Island was the beating heart of America’s burgeoning amusement park industry. Three rival parks — Steeplechase Park, Luna Park, and Dreamland — engaged in cutthroat competition that dramatically reshaped this iconic destination. A TAWDRY REPUTATION Coney Island was once known as “Sodom by the Sea,” a tawdry, vice-filled destination. But in 1897, Steeplechase Park opened, and its founder, George Tilyou, sought to bring clean fun to the masses. Tilyou’s success soon drew the attention of his rivals. In 1902, he lured away the founders of the popular “A Trip to the Moon” attraction from the upcoming Luna Park. These underhanded tactics were common — the parks constantly copied each other’s rides and acts. RAPID INNOVATION This competitive spirit drove rapid innovation. Over just a few years, the parks introduced groundbreaking new attractions like the Rotating Barrel, Thunderbolt roller coaster, and the world’s largest Ferris wheel. They transformed the public’s perception
of amusement parks, elevating them from sideshows to technologically advanced experiences. THE MODERN AMUSEMENT PARK The era of Coney Island’s dueling theme parks was short-lived. Still, the competition drove the evolution of amusement parks, laying the foundation for the iconic destination Coney Island has become.
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