Coney Island sunset
A dramatic sunset in October 2012, shortly before Hurricane Sandy struck Coney Island.
Photograph © 2012 by Charles Denson
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Luna Park pinwheel
Pinwheel about to be installed on the entrance to the new Luna Park, May, 2010.
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Jimmy Prince at Major Market on Mermaid Avenue, 2008
The Prince of Mermaid Avenue
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qgoxPcz1Il4
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The Wonder Wheel
The Wonder Wheel at night as seen from the Bowery.
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Childs Building on The Boardwalk, outfitted as a roller rink, 2008
Built in 1923 –24, the Childs Boardwalk restaurant was constructed in Spanish Colonial Revival style with elaborate terra-cotta decorations by the Atlantic Terra-Cotta Company. The restaurant closed in the 1950's and became a candy factory. After...
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The Wonder Wheel has been continuously operational since its completion in 1920. It is currently owned and operated by the Vourderis family.
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Mermaids on parade during the Mermaid Parade
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Photograph by © Charles Denson
Jimmy McCullough, former owner of the B&B Carousell, poses with his wife and daughters in front of the historic ride. Built in 1919 at the Coney Island factory of William Mangels, the B&B Carousell was the...
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