Coney Island in Brooklyn in Kings County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Cyclone
Ace Roller Coaster Landmark
The American Coaster Enthusiasts recognize Cyclone as an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark, a designation reserved for rides of historic significance.
With a demand for new rides at Coney Island, businessmen Jack & Irving Rosenthal hired designer Vernon Keenan and builder Harry C. Baker to construct a dynamic new roller coaster near the former site of America's first coaster, the 1884 L. A. Thompson Switchback Railway. Opened on June 26, 1927, the 2,640-foot long, 85-foot high Cyclone was later described by Charles Lindbergh as more thrilling than flying.
Remodeled in 1937 by Christopher Feucht, the wood and steel twister was saved from demolition in 1974 by Astroland's founder, Dewey Albert. It has since been duplicated across the globe and has served as the backdrop for motion pictures, weddings, and world-record riding marathons. While it has weathered storms, rival competition, and the Great Depression, the Brooklyn Institution stands today as one of the last Golden Age roller coasters. Designated a New York City Landmark in 1988 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1991, the Cyclone is acclaimed
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Erected 2002 by American Coaster Enthusiasts.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Landmarks • Parks & Recreational Areas • Railroads & Streetcars. In addition, it is included in the ACE Roller Coaster Landmarks series list. A significant historical date for this entry is June 26, 1927.
Location. 40° 34.519′ N, 73° 58.666′ W. Marker is in Brooklyn, New York, in Kings County. It is on Coney Island. It is at the intersection of West 10th Street and Surf Avenue, on the right when traveling north on West 10th Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 834 Surf Ave, Brooklyn NY 11224, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in New York City. It is also in the American Northeast. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, the Western Hemisphere, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different
Other markers no longer nearby. New York Aquarium 2017 Mural Competition / Thomas Manco (was about 600 feet away but has been permanently removed); New York Aquarium 2017 Mural Competition / Artist: Sheena Wong Shue (was about 700 feet away but has been permanently removed); New York Aquarium 2017 Mural Competition / Danielle Mastrion (was about 700 feet away but has been permanently removed).
Credits. This page was last revised on September 2, 2024. It was originally submitted on September 2, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 207 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 2, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
