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Idlewild Park
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By Mike Wintermantel, October 6, 2012 | |
| | | 1. Idlewild Park Marker | | |
Inscription. The longest-operating amusement park in Pennsylvania and among the oldest in the nation. In 1878, Thomas Mellon leased land along his Ligonier Valley Railroad hoping to increase passenger traffic by opening a picnic ground. Amusement rides began to be added in the 1890s; several rides from the 1930s continue to operate today. Surviving the the railroad closure, two World Wars and the Great Depression, Idlewild provides nationally recognized family recreation.
Erected 2012 by Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.
Location. 40° 15.829′ N, 79° 16.795′ W. Marker is near Ligonier, Pennsylvania, in Westmoreland County. Marker is at the intersection of Lincoln Highway (U.S. 30) and Idlewild Road, on the right when traveling east on Lincoln Highway. Click for map. Located at the exit of Idlewild Park. Marker is in this post office area: Ligonier PA 15658, United States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. Road versus Rail (approx. 2.3 miles away); Ligonier Depot (approx. 2.3 miles away); Roadside Enterprise (approx. 2.5 miles away); Highway Enterprise (approx. 2.6 miles away); Ligonier War Memorial (approx. 2.6 miles away); Saint Clair Hollow (approx. 2.6 miles away); Arthur Saint Clair (approx. 2.6 miles away); Ligonier Town Square Fountain (approx. 2.6 miles away). Click for a list of all markers in Ligonier.| | | | 
By Mike Wintermantel, October 6, 2012 | |
| | | 2. Idlewild Park Marker | | |
Also see . . . Idlewild and SoakZone website. (Submitted on October 6, 2012, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.)
Additional comments.
1. Dedicated on October 6, 2012
My wife and I attended the dedication ceremony, and despite the slight drizzle and early fall weather, it was a nice event. Stories and remarks were made by; Jeffrey S. Croushore (Sales & Public Relations Manager, Idlewild & SoakZone), David Hahner, Nominator (Historian, American Coaster Enthusiasts), and Jean Craige Pepper (Commissioner, PA Historical & Museum Commission) followed by the unveiling by Brandon Leonatti, General Manager. — Submitted October 6, 2012, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. |
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By Mike Wintermantel, October 6, 2012 | |
| | | 3. Idlewild Park Marker | Directly after its unveiling.
Standing l to r: Jeffrey S. Croushore, Sales & Public Relations Manager; Jean Craige Pepper, Commissioner, PA Historical & Museum Commission; David Hahner, Historian, American Coaster Enthusiasts (and the Nominator), Brandon Leonatti, General Manager | | |
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By Mike Wintermantel, October 6, 2012 | |
| | | 4. Idlewild Park Marker | | Before its unveiling | | |
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By Mike Wintermantel, October 6, 2012 | |
| | | 5. The Unveiling | | |
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By Mike Wintermantel, October 6, 2012 | |
| | | 6. Idlewild Park Entrance sign | | |
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Credits. This page originally submitted on October 6, 2012, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 74 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on October 6, 2012, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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