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C. Fred Johnson Park Carousel

C. Fred Johnson Park, Johnson City, NY
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4.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Description: This is the biggest and most ornate of Broome County's six Herschell carousels.
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Guilford, New York
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

i grew up riding this carousel and i still love it just as much as i did when i was 5 More

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Binghamton, NY
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2011

The carousel in this park has been recently renovated and they added a very nice (small, but free) spray playground. This park also has a small but decent playground. Other parts of this park are in the process of being renovated--during the summer a sign said that the restrooms were going to be redone in the fall. It is also... More

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miami
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed July 25, 2009
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I also have parents who grew up in Johnson City. Both of my grandparents worked at the shoe factory. We used to go up there every summer. What at wonderful time that was. The park was out of this world! It was a big park! It had all kinds of rides, a huge swimming pool, the merry go round, etc.... More

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Lusby, MD
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 2, 2009

My Dad grew up in Johnson City, my grandparents worked at the shoe factory. We visited JC every summer when I was a kid the carousel was always my favorite (greene's field pool was another favorite! and the little shops on Harry L. Dr. where I would buy candy) Those were the days! More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 5, 2008
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One of six working carousels in the region given by George F. Johnson, this is the largest 72 animal carousel. Patrons can ride for free. This carousel was made in 1923 it is in very good condition. This is the most decorative of the carousels in the region. It has original scenic panels and beveled mirrors. Carousel enthusiasts will enjoy... More

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