Genesee Township near Flint in Genesee County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
1912 Charles W. Parker Carousel
Photographed By Joel Seewald, May 27, 2023
1. 1912 Charles W. Parker Carousel Marker
In 1896, Charles Wallace Parker (1864-1932), built his first carousel in Abilene, Kansas. In 1910 he moved his factory to Leavenworth, Kansas. Although most of Parker's carousels were small and portable, he also carved a number of large three- and four-row park machines.
Crossroads Village acquired the Carousel in 1983. Starting in 1986, the 36 hand-carved wooden jumping horses, the dragon chariot, and the four metal ponies with a Mother's bench were restored to their original condition by Master Craftsman Dan Gosnell and many dedicated volunteers. The carousel also houses a rare antique Artizan band organ that was built circa 1925 in North Tonawanda, New York. It is reminiscent of band organs used by traveling shows that would visit small towns.
— Carousel building built in 1989 at Crossroads Village, Michigan —
Erected by Genesee County Parks and Recreation Commission.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Entertainment. A significant historical year for this entry is 1896.
Location. 43° 5.514′ N, 83° 38.926′ W. Marker is near Flint, Michigan, in Genesee County. It is in Genesee Township. Marker can be reached from the intersection of
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Coldwater Road Chapel (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Stanley School (about 500 feet away); Buzzell House (about 600 feet away); Wisner Carriage Barn (about 600 feet away); Gentleman Tinkerers (about 600 feet away); Durant Barn (about 700 feet away); Clayton Township Hall (approx. 0.2 miles away); Manwaring Building (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Flint.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, May 27, 2023
2. 1912 Charles W. Parker Carousel Marker
Photographed By Joel Seewald, May 27, 2023
3. 1912 Charles W. Parker Carousel
Credits. This page was last revised on June 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 7, 2023, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 66 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 7, 2023, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.
