New York City Circus and Amusement Park Directory 1930

New York City has always been a hub of entertainment, and in the early 20th century, circuses and amusement parks were some of the most popular attractions in the city. This directory provides a comprehensive overview of all the circuses and amusement parks that were operating in New York City in 1930, with detailed descriptions, photos, and maps.

New York City Circus And Amusement Park Directory, 1930

by Robert Grey Reynolds Jr.

5 out of 5

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Circuses

• Barnum & Bailey Circus
• Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus
• Cole Bros. Circus
• Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus
• Percival Circus

Barnum & Bailey Circus

The Barnum & Bailey Circus was one of the most famous circuses in the world in the early 20th century. It was founded in 1871 by P.T. Barnum and James Anthony Bailey, and it quickly became known for its elaborate productions and exotic animals. The circus toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe, and it was a major attraction in New York City.

In 1930, the Barnum & Bailey Circus was headquartered in Madison Square Garden in New York City. The circus performed two shows a day, and it featured a variety of acts, including acrobats, clowns, elephants, and lions. The circus also had a menagerie of exotic animals, including tigers, zebras, and hippopotamuses.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus

The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus was another major circus that was popular in New York City in 1930. The circus was founded in 1884 by the Ringling brothers, and it merged with the Barnum & Bailey Circus in 1907. The combined circus was the largest in the world, and it toured extensively throughout the United States and Europe.

In 1930, the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus was headquartered at the Hippodrome Theatre in New York City. The circus performed two shows a day, and it featured a variety of acts, including acrobats, clowns, elephants, and tigers. The circus also had a menagerie of exotic animals, including lions, zebras, and giraffes.

Cole Bros. Circus

The Cole Bros. Circus was a smaller circus that was popular in New York City in the early 20th century. The circus was founded in 1884 by William Cole, and it toured extensively throughout the United States and Canada. The circus was known for its family-friendly atmosphere and its affordable prices.

In 1930, the Cole Bros. Circus was headquartered at the Bronx Zoo in New York City. The circus performed two shows a day, and it featured a variety of acts, including acrobats, clowns, elephants, and horses. The circus also had a menagerie of exotic animals, including lions, tigers, and zebras.

Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus

The Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus was a German circus that was popular in New York City in the early 20th century. The circus was founded in 1891 by Carl Hagenbeck and John Wallace, and it quickly became known for its exotic animals and its educational exhibits.

In 1930, the Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus was headquartered at the New York Zoological Park in New York City. The circus performed two shows a day, and it featured a variety of acts, including acrobats, clowns, elephants, and tigers. The circus also had a menagerie of exotic animals, including lions, zebras, and giraffes.

Percival Circus

The Percival Circus was a smaller circus that was popular in New York City in the early 20th century. The circus was founded in 1895 by Harry Percival, and it toured extensively throughout the United States and Canada. The circus was known for its family-friendly atmosphere and its affordable prices.

In 1930, the Percival Circus was headquartered at the Brooklyn Navy Yard in New York City. The circus performed two shows a day, and it featured a variety of acts, including acrobats, clowns, elephants, and horses. The circus also had a menagerie of exotic animals, including lions, tigers, and zebras.

Amusement Parks

• Luna Park
• Coney Island Dreamland
• Steeplechase Park
• Rockaway Playland
• Savoy Sea Side Park

Luna Park

Luna Park was an amusement park that was located in Coney Island, Brooklyn. The park opened in 1903, and it quickly became one of the most popular amusement parks in the world. Luna Park was known for its

New York City Circus And Amusement Park Directory, 1930

by Robert Grey Reynolds Jr.

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2375 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	11 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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