A Brief History of the Ferris Wheel and How It Sparked America’s Imagination
What is the enchantment of a Ferris Wheel? Do we anticipate lift-off, defying gravity in a smooth ascent? The view? The thrill of the ride itself?
Amusement wheels of simple design dated back to 1620 in Europe. Their popularity spread across countries and continents, delighting crowds at 19th century American agricultural fairs.
But in America, the age of technology and invention proved an invincible force. By 1849, the New York State Fair unveiled a 50’ wheel of oak and iron…and the sky was literally the limit!
Join us, as Dorothy Bedford Board President, Schuylkill River Heritage Center presents the history of this fascinating technology.
Tuesday, May 12, 7:30 PM
This event will be located at The Foundry, 2 Main Street, Phoenixville
SRHC members – free | Non-members – $5
Space is limited, registration encouraged at
https://givebutter.com/srhc-speaker-series-upjdpu