Riverside Amusement Park Circa 1920
| Description: |
Riverside Amusement Park was located on West 30th Street along the White River in Indianapolis. It opened in 1903, and in 1919 was purchased by John D. Coleman, who added two roller coasters called "The Flash" and "The Thriller." This photo appears to have been taken soon after these two rides were built, showing at least a partial view of both. Coleman instituted a "whites only patronage" policy, angering many throughout it's long run, and the policy ended in 1963. |
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| Origin: | Circa 1920 |
| Created By: |
Bretzman, Charles |
| Publisher: |
Digital image 2015 Indiana Historical Society. All Rights Reserved. |
| Source: |
http://images.indianahistory.org/cdm/ref/collection/dc013/id/660 |
| Collection: |
Panoramic Photograph Images |
| Copyright: |
This image may be printed or downloaded by individuals, schools or libraries for personal use, study, research or classroom teaching without permission. For other uses contact: visualcollections@indianahistory.org. |
| Geography: |
Indiana--Marion County--Indianapolis |
| Subjects: |
Riverside Amusement Park Roller coasters Ferris wheels |
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