 With
the popularity of antique carousels at its
peak, Hampton's restored 1920 merry-go-round
has drawn thousands of visitors to the city's
downtown waterfront. One of only 200 antique
carousels still in the United States, the
Hampton Carousel is a rare and beautiful
example of American folk art. Its prancing
steeds and stately chariots were painstakingly
carved from fine-grained hardwood and painted
by German, Italian and Russian immigrant
artisans.
 Housed
in its own pavilion, Hampton's Carousel
is a whirling tribute to the skill of
its creators. It still boasts its original
mirrors and oil paintings, as well as
48 intricately decorated horses. Rising
and falling to the strains of the original
band organ, many of these carousel horses
are so finely carved that the veins in
their necks and legs are visible.
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Group discounts are
available. Special hours are available
for groups or special occasions. Please
contact us at 757-727-0900 ext. 780 for
Group Bookings
or ext. 717 for Special Events.
The
Carousel is located in Downtown Hampton.
Take I-64 to exit 267.
For more information call the Virginia Air & Space Center
at (757) 727-0900.
Rider
Fees:
• $2 Per Ride
• 10 rides for $12.00
• Rider Passes: 25 rides for $25
Tickets may
be purchased at the carousel or at the
Virginia Air & Space Center.
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