Preservation Updates
It's a Bird!
Today we uncovered history from a park that is often overlooked, White Swan Park in Pittsburgh PA. The park operated from 1955-1989. This sign was pictured inside the arcade (link below). After the plans for the Greater Pittsburgh Airport were solidified, the park was purchased by the Pennsylvania Department Of Transportation and the rides were sold off. Many of them still operate across the US to this day including the pony track ride at Memphis Kiddie Park!
If you want to learn more about the park, follow the links below!
8/2/2023
John And Kim's Swingin' Gyms
Our largest and most exciting acquisition is a pair of Swingin' Gyms from Sauzers Kiddieland in Schererville Indiana that we have fully restored to safe operating condition. We acquired them from a family that lived near the park and couldn't stand to see the attraction end up in the the scrap heap. We have named the ride in the honor of John and Kim who were the previous owners and had a very personal connection with the ride and park. This photo was the last photo before the ride was dismantled and restored.