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Northrop-Grumman Carousel , Greenport NY

Quick Description: This 1920s carousel, is housed in a round, gleaming glass structure that allows year-round enjoyment. 
It is the highlight of Greenport's renovated waterfront.
Long Description:

Carousel Class: Classic Wood Carousel
Status: Active - 2008
Year Built: 1920
Type: 3 rows, Portable, All Wood composition
Figures: 36 Jumping Horses, 2 chariots
Music: No Band Organ: Electronic Speakers play simulated music of the 1920's
Notes: Operational Ring Arm
Comments: Was relocated to an all weather building in Greenport the Summer of 2001. Machine in storage for many years. Used at one time for outings by the Grumman company at their picnic grounds in Calverton.
History: Traveling carnival, NY?, 1920 to 1950
Farmer's Market ?, Bethpage, NY, 1950's to 1950'5
Grumman Co. Picnic Grounds, Calverton, NY, 1950's to 1995
Mitchell Park, Greenport, NY, 1995 to present
Directions/Hours: Located in downtown Greenport. Greenport is on the North Fork of Long Island.
Mailing Address: 236 3rd Street, Greenport, NY, 11944
Telephone: 613-477-3000
Carousel Location: Neighborhood Park

 Is the Carousel operational?: Yes

 Does the Music work?: Yes

 Cost to ride:
$2.50 per person  / 14 tickets for $20.00

 Hours of Operation:
Operates daily in Summer 10am – 10pm. Weekends and school holidays in Fall and Winter. Hours vary.



Information provided by:  http://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMQRB