Doswell in Hanover County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)

The Wave Swinger

Opened May, 1975

Photographed By Kathy Walker, August 17, 2009

1. The Wave Swinger Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

Built by Zierer, The Wave Swinger is named for its wave-like motion, creating a thrilling experience for guests of all ages. Note the craftmanship of the original oil paintings on the center column and top crown, cleaned and retouched in 1997.

This particular model has 48 seats.

In addition to the original oil paintings, the ride is covered with fiberglass decorations & filigree trim.

Fun Fact
The Wave Swinger hydraulic system is concealed underground.

Erected 2000 by Kings Dominion.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical date for this entry is May 31, 1975.

Location. 37° 50.31′ N, 77° 26.594′ W. Marker is in Doswell, Virginia, in Hanover County. Marker is located within Kings Dominion theme park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 16000 Theme Park Way, Doswell VA 23047, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Water Works (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Shockwave (about

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300 feet away); Boulder Bumpers (about 400 feet away); Ranger Smith's Jeep Tour (about 500 feet away); Boo Boo's Tree Swings (about 500 feet away); The Carrousel (about 600 feet away); ACE Roller Coaster Landmark (about 600 feet away); The Scooby-Doo Ghoster Coaster (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Doswell.

Photographed By Kathy Walker, August 17, 2009

2. The Wave Swinger Marker

Next to the entrance of the ride

The Wave Swinger image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Kathy Walker, August 17, 2009

3. The Wave Swinger

Ride in motion

Photographed By Kathy Walker, August 17, 2009

4. The Wave Swinger

Close-up of oil paintings

Entrance to Kings Dominion image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Kathy Walker, July 29, 2009

5. Entrance to Kings Dominion

The Wave Swinger is located in Kings Dominion

Credits. This page was last revised on January 25, 2020. It was originally submitted on August 21, 2009, by Kathy Walker of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,153 times since then and 67 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on August 22, 2009, by Kathy Walker of Stafford, Virginia. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.