The show continued through the 1920s, and was influential in attracting freak shows to Coney Island after movies had eclipsed illusion rides in popularity. For many years, Gumpertz was the ...

Another fun fact is that Coney Island was a location owned and operated by mainly ride manufacturing families, and the historic Amusement District was once much more vast than it is today.

According to recent visitors, Coney Island is a worthwhile trip in the summer if you have the time and are traveling with young kids who would enjoy the rides. If you're not up for indulging your ...