The Hampton Carousel
PTC No50
Built by the Philadelphia Tobaggan Co.
in 1920
Located at the Buckroe Beach Amusement
Park from 1921-1985
Purchased by the City of Hampton in 1985
and completely restored in 1991
Grand Opening June 30, 1991
One of less than 70 antique operating
carousels still remaining in the United
States, this carousel is a rare and
beautiful example of American folk art.
Its prancing steeds and stately chariots
were carved from fine-grained hardwood
and painted by German, Italian, and Russian
immigrant artisans. All of the oil
paintings, horse, chariots, beveled
mirrors, band organ, and even it's music
rolls are originals. This carousel was
restored by R&F Designs of Bristol,
Connecticut. The restoration of this
carousel was made possible by the
generous donations of citizens, civic
associations, schools, local businesses,
and carousel enthusiasts.
Marker can be reached from Settlers Landing Road (U.S. 60) near South King Street.
Courtesy hmdb.org
