Busch Gardens Map and Brochure (1972)

Busch Gardens Map and Brochure (1972)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Los Angeles, California Years Active: 1954–1979 Busch Gardens is the name of two amusement parks in the United States, owned and operated by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. The original park is in Tampa, Florida, and the second park is in Williamsburg, Virginia. There were also previously Busch Gardens parks in Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California (1964–1979) and Houston, Texas (1971–1973). The “Busch Gardens” name was earlier used to refer to the gardens developed…

Boyertown Brochure 1985_2

Boyertown Map and Brochure (1985)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Altoona, Pennsylvania Years Active: 1894 – 1988 Situated in the heart of Altoona, Pennsylvania, Boyertown Theme Park, which operated from May 23, 1985, until its closure in 1988, offered visitors a nostalgic journey to the early 20th century. Its carefully crafted theme, centered around the fictional town of Boyertown, featured vintage storefronts, charming street performers,…

Boblo Map 1987

Boblo Island Map and Brochure (1987)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Detroit, Michigan Years Active: 1898 – 1993 Boblo Island Theme Park, located in the Detroit River, closed its doors in 1993. Since its 1898 opening, it had been a beloved destination, capturing the early 20th-century entertainment spirit with vintage charm and preserved architecture. This historic amusement park showcased the golden age of amusement parks, featuring…

Boardwalk and Baseball Brochure 1987_2

Boardwalk and Baseball Map and Brochure (1987)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Haines City, Florida Years Active: 1987 – 1990 Located in the picturesque landscape of Haines City, Florida, Boardwalk and Baseball, a captivating theme park, closed its doors for the final time in 1990. This charming park seamlessly blended the nostalgia of a seaside boardwalk with the excitement of baseball during its short-lived existence. It had…

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Map 1998

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Map and Brochure (1980 – 2025)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire England Years Active: 1896 – Active Welcome to Blackpool Pleasure Beach, an iconic amusement park located on the scenic coast of Blackpool, England. Since its inception in 1896, this beloved destination has thrilled visitors for over a century with its timeless rides and lively atmosphere. Situated in the heart of Blackpool, it offers…

Bellewaerde Map 2001

Bellewaerde Map and Brochure (2025 – 2001)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Ieper, Belgium Years Active: 1972 – 2013 Bellewaerde is a theme park in the West Flemish countryside at Zonnebeke near Ypres (Belgium). It was established in 1954, on the grounds of the World War I Battle of Bellewaarde. Named after an old castle in its territory that still stands near the main entrance, Bellewaerde is the oldest operating theme park in Belgium. Originally a…

Belle Vue Zoological Gardens Map and Brochure (1931)

Belle Vue Zoological Gardens Map and Brochure (1931)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom Years Active: 1836 – 1980 Belle Vue Zoological Gardens, a historic themepark in Manchester, closed in 1980. Established in 1836, it was a beloved destination known for its biodiversity and entertainment. The park featured diverse animal species, lush landscapes, and educational programs. With millions of visitors, it was a cultural cornerstone in…

Flintstones Bedrock City Brochure 1980_2

Flintstones Bedrock City Map and Brochure (1980)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Williams, AZ Years Active: 1966 – 2015 Bedrock City was a Flintstones-themed roadside attraction consisting of an amusement park and RV park at the corner of Arizona State Route 64 and U.S. Route 180 in Coconino County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. The park was opened in 1972, following the owners’ success with a…

Arrow Flumes Map and Brochure (1975)

Arrow Flumes Map and Brochure (1975)

ByFrederick Luna

Location: Mountain View, California Years Active: 1945 – 1981 Arrow Flumes, a cherished water park in Mountain View, California, thrilled visitors for nearly three decades since its opening in 1953. Located in the heart of Silicon Valley, the park’s unique Old West theme transported guests to a bygone era of cowboys, saloons, and gold rushes. The…