Monday, June 15, 2015

Ten Historical Facts About Great America in Illinois

1.  When great America opened in 1976, the park had 3 roller coasters.  Today it has 14.

2.  When the American Eagle opened in 1981, it was the fastest wooden roller coaster in the world.  That record is currently held by its neighboring roller coaster, Goliath.

3.  When the Turn of the Century was converted to the Demon in 1980, a custom soundtrack was made for the ride which can still be heard in the queue line.

4.  The East River Crawler used to be called the Lobster.  The name was changed to fit the theme of batman the Ride in 1992.

5.  At 100 feet, the Columbia Carousel (a double-decker) is the tallest carousel in the world.

More to Come.  --CooterNotGoOnCoasters

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