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Knoebels carousel in Kiddieland, originally from Croop’s Glen Park.

The carousel at Croop’s Glen Park

Speedway auto racing facility. Then in 1976, it was once again purchased by the Knoebels family. The carousel has since been restored beautifully, and it has a permanent home near the Ol’ Smoky Train in Kiddieland. In addition, the Cotton Candy stand near

the Galleon ride and the Baby/Mother Aid station also came from Croop’s Glen park. Just imagine, every time you visited Knoebels, history was right there…under your nose!

to bring about its demise or closure? As stated earlier, the onset of world events surrounding World War II appear to be the biggest factor with decreased travel and gas rationing. However, there was another monumental and tragic event that

So, what happened to Croop’s Glen

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