A Look Back at Riverview Park with Leslie Goddard
July 13, 2023 @ 1:30 pm
It was once the “world’s largest amusement park.” It boasted the world’s first suspended roller coaster and first parachute ride. The names alone evoke nostalgia: the Pair-O-Chutes, Aladdin’s Castle, Shoot the Chutes and of course, the Bobs roller coaster.
Join historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D. for a look back at the history of Riverview, from its opening in 1904 to its closing in 1967.
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A very special Veteran Portrait Presentation program was held at Windsor Park, during which artist Don Ryan presented 30 portraits to veterans from Windsor Park and the surrounding area. This was the much-anticipated finale of an ambitious project began nearly five years ago. Don, who is also a veteran, wanted to use his talents to honor others who had also served in our country's armed forces. After his Hometown Heroes art installation in Chicago in November, 2023, it was time to give each veteran or their family members their portrait. Local veterans, our residents, their families and friends gathered to see all 30 portraits on display, hear a bit about each veteran's service, and enjoy refreshments and stories of their time in the military. Thank you, Don, for allowing Windsor Park to be part of your meaningful project! ... See MoreSee Less
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