History of the  West Park
Neighborhood
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio

Special Event

West Park Historical Society
TRIBUTE TO PURITAS SPRINGS PARK

8 June 2008
in the Rosenthal Room at
100th Bomb Group Restaurant, 20920 Brookpark Road

West Park Historical Society is commemorating Puritas Springs Park (1898-1958) which was located at the western edge of Puritas Road, on 80 acres overlooking the Rocky River valley. The park was home to the legendary Cyclone roller coaster, popular Roller Skating Rink, a beautiful hand-carved Merry-Go-Round, Kiddieland, amusement rides, arcade games and picnic grounds.

This tribute, 50 years after the park’s closing, will be held Sunday, 8 June 2008, noon-5 pm, at the 100th Bomb Group, 20920 Brookpark Road, in the Rosenthal Room with outdoor patio.

There will be historical photos on display, memorabilia, videos, games and treats for everyone’s enjoyment.

Admission is free.

Visit the West Park Historical Society web page at www.westparkhistory.org/

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