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CONEY ISLAND: SURF AVENUE. Surf Avenue and Luna Park amusement park at Coney Island
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CONEY ISLAND: SURF AVENUE. Surf Avenue and Luna Park amusement park at Coney Island
CONEY ISLAND: SURF AVENUE.
Surf Avenue and Luna Park amusement park at Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York. Photograph, c1906
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Media ID 12395835
1906 Amusement Park Cobblestone Coney Island Entertainment Luna Park Park Pedestrian Power Line Ride Stagecoach Street Scene Telephone Wire Wire Turn Of Century
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back in time to the vibrant and bustling streets of Coney Island, Brooklyn in 1906. The image captures the essence of an era when amusement parks were just beginning to captivate the hearts of city dwellers seeking entertainment and escape from their daily lives. Surf Avenue stands as a testament to this bygone era, lined with cobblestone streets and adorned with telephone wires crisscrossing above. Luna Park, one of the most iconic amusement parks in American history, dominates the scene with its grandeur and excitement. Its towering rides beckon thrill-seekers while its colorful lights illuminate the night sky. As we delve deeper into this snapshot from over a century ago, we notice a stagecoach passing through Surf Avenue amidst pedestrians going about their day. Horses trot alongside them, symbolizing both transportation methods coexisting during this transitional period. The photograph's composition beautifully captures not only the energy but also the sense of community that thrived within these lively streets. People from all walks of life gather here - families enjoying a day out together, friends laughing as they wait for their turn on exhilarating rides, and locals simply strolling along to soak up the atmosphere. CONEY ISLAND: SURF AVENUE is more than just an image frozen in time; it represents an important chapter in New York City's history where innovation met entertainment head-on. This remarkable piece allows us to witness firsthand how Coney Island became synonymous with fun-filled memories that have
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