East Irondequoit in Monroe County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

On This Site - Over the Years

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, June 13, 2015

1. On This Site - Over the Years Marker

Inscription. The merry-go-round is the centerpiece of the park's colorful history. It was in 1904 that George Long Sr. brought his 12-year-old son George Jr. (inset) and the family to operate a carousel concession. This was one of several rides built and run by the extended Long family in Rochester and along thre East Coast at the turn of the century. The Longs spent several summers living in a shack right behind their carousel (large photo).
George Long Jr. (inset) loved Rochester and soon made the city his home. He bought the whole park in 1946 from the transit company and renamed it Dreamland for a time. Today, over half a century later, Long's grandchildren proudly carry on the task of operating the landmark amusement park - listed as the 4th oldest park in the country. The existing carousel was built by this fifth generation of the family, and keeps the "carousel tradition" alive.

Erected by Seabreeze.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.

Location. 43° 13.867′ N, 77° 32.603′ W. Marker is in Irondequoit, New York, in Monroe County. It is in East Irondequoit. Marker can be reached from Culver Road. Marker is in Seabreeze amusement park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4600 Culver Road, Rochester NY 14622, United States of America. Touch for directions.

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At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named On This Site - Over the Years (within shouting distance of this marker); "Pay As You Leave" (within shouting distance of this marker); ACE Roller Coaster Landmark (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named On This Site - Over the Years (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named On This Site - Over the Years (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named On This Site - Over the Years (about 600 feet away); a different marker also named On This Site - Over the Years (about 600 feet away); a different marker also named On This Site - Over the Years (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Irondequoit.

Marker & Carousel image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, June 13, 2015

2. Marker & Carousel

Marker faces south.

Marker & Sights to the Right & Behind image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Anton Schwarzmueller, June 13, 2015

3. Marker & Sights to the Right & Behind

Credits. This page was last revised on February 16, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 31, 2015, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York. This page has been viewed 289 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 31, 2015, by Anton Schwarzmueller of Wilson, New York.