Rhode Island

Flying Horse Carousel in Watch Hill, RI

..Oldest merry-go-round in the USA

By Yankee Magazine|Oct 07 2009| Print icon

A vintage carousel with horse-shaped seats is inside a sheltered area. The carousel features red and yellow canopies, colorful paintings, and musical instruments in the background.

Credit: Harry Brotzman

One of the oldest Merry-Go-Rounds in the United States.

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