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“Antique 'carry-us-alls'”
Charles Wallace Parker of Abilene, Kansas bought a used carousel in 1892. He soon began doing his own repairs and repairs on other carousels. While doing the work, he would replace the manufacturer's name with his own. In a few years, he began the C.W. Parker factory and began building "carry-us-alls" and other amusements rides. C.W. moved his factory to a larger facility that he built in Leavenworth in 1911. He continued the operation until his death in 1932. His son continued the company in Leavenworth until 1955 when he moved to Florida. Along the way, the Parker company produced approximately 1,000 carousels. The exact number is uncertain because of his "rebranding" of carousels in the early years. Only 16 of Parker's carousels are known to be in operation today - 2 of them at the museum.
The historic carousel in the main area is fast and exhilarating to ride for children and adults. Even if you don't come to see the museum, at least ride the carousel a couple times. The museum... Read more
Great time for kids. I learned a lot about something I would have never researched. Recommend stopping in if you are in the area to take a ride. Read more
My ex-boyfriend and I spent several hours here one Saturday and had an enchanted visit. He wasn't my ex at the time and the rest of the relationship was definitely a carousel ride so this is... Read more
CW Parker Carousel Museum
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- Sun, Sat: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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