OMG, Wombat is out of the DOGHOUSE??? Mark the calendar, gold star the date!

Right here in East Providence, (the city where I live), we have an historic carousel!

Built in 1895 by Charles I.D. Looff, one of the earliest and foremost carousel designers. The Crescent Park Carousel is Nationally recognized as a true masterpiece of wood sculpture. Originally built as a showcase for prospective buyers, it is the largest and most elaborate of looff's works. The Carousel contains 62 beautifully hand carved figures and four fanciful chariots. Overall richness of effect was Looff's trademark and the Crescent Park Carousel gives full interpretation to that spirit.

Here are some photos:
http://www.crescentparkcarousel.com/...usel/index.htm

Because it was the showcase, it has one of everything and oh my they are gorgeous. Two years ago, they closed for the entire year and did a major restoration. Better than ever! The same family has been taking care of the mechanics and paint and such for over 25 YEARS! This is a labor of love!

It is 75 cents for a ride, and they still have the gizmo with the rings. As you go around you grab a ring. If you get the brass one, you get a free ride! We go at least once every summer.