Warren Township in Gurnee in Lake County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Six Flags History of Resurrected Rides
The Little Dipper
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Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 2, 2025
1. Six Flags History of Resurrected Rides Marker
Officially reopened on June 25, 1994, The Comet now sits in the shadow of the Adirondack Mountains at the Great Escape in Lake George, NY.
2007 - American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) recognizes The Comet as an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark.
2009 - The Comet, celebrates it's 80th anniversary.
May 30, 2008 Six Flags Over Georgia marked a very special day in Carousel history: the 100th anniversary of the Riverview Carousel.
Since 1972, the Riverview Carousel has operated at Six Flags Over Georgia, after being relocated from Riverview Amusement Park in Chicago. The Carousel debuted in 1908 on Memorial Day weekend, providing guests with a ride on beautiful, handcrafted horses and chariots.
Since being relocated to Six Flags Over Georgia, the Riverview Carousel has delighted millions of guests with it's rich history.
The Belgian Carousel was built in 1885 in Bressoux, a small town near Liege.
"Le Galopant" came to North America for the New York World's Fair in 1964.
It was a gift to La Ronde for Expo 67 and became a popular ride of the Park.
2007 - The Carousel
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Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical date for this entry is May 30, 2008.
Location. 42° 22.048′ N, 87° 56.013′ W. Marker is in Gurnee, Illinois, in Lake County. It is in Warren Township. It is on Great America Parkway. The marker is one of six next to the line for the Little Dipper at Six Flags Great America. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1 Great America Parkway, Gurnee IL 60031, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Greater Chicago. It is also in the American Midwest and on the Great Lakes. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture and also the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Little Dipper (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named The Little Dipper (here, next to this marker); The Wooden Coasters of Six Flags (a few steps from this marker); Kiddieland Amusement Park 1929-2009 (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named The Little Dipper (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named The Little Dipper (within shouting distance of this marker); DC Super-Villains Swing (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Batman The Ride (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Gurnee.
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 2, 2025
2. Six signs about the history of the Little Dipper
The signs await people in line for the Little Dipper.
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, November 2, 2025
3. The Little Dipper at Six Flags Great America
Courtesy of Chicago History Museum (ICHi-016038), circa 1910
4. The carousel at Riverview Park
Riverview Park was located in Chicago's Roscoe Village neighborhood from 1904 until 1967. The carousel is the only ride from that park still in existence.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 4, 2025. It was originally submitted on November 3, 2025, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 76 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 3, 2025, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. 4. submitted on November 4, 2025, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
