Historic Amusement Parks of Baltimore

<p> This book presents the rich history of the old amusement parks and beach resorts frequented by Baltimoreans beginning in the 1870s and stretching into the late 20th century. Readers may recognize such popular amusement parks as Gwynn Oak Carlin's and Tolchester Beach and will learn about some of the more obscure places like Frederick Road Park and Hollywood Park. Each of the major parks is documented here complete with a detailed history of the sites they were built on the creative owners behind the parks' inceptions the individuals and companies who provided the rides and attractions and the people that happily traveled by boat streetcar train and automobile to reach their favorite park or resort.</p>