igh-quality 12x18 black & white photo featuring Cincinnati's historic Coney Island during the 1960's. Coney Island's founding dates back to 1867 when apple farmer James Parker purchased approximately 20 acres of land along the shores of the Ohio River. Parker soon realized the popularity of the farm's location, and that renting it out was more profitable than his apple orchard. He named it Parker's Grove and eventually added a dining hall, dancing hall, and bowling alley. He later sold the land in 1886 to a company called Ohio Grove Corporation. For the opening on June 21, 1886, the name was officially changed to "Ohio Grove, The Coney Island of the West". With its riverfront location, the riverboat became the most popular method of transportation for park visitors. In 1887, "Ohio Grove" was completely dropped from the name as the park became known simply as "Coney Island". Over the years, Coney Island became a full-fledged amusement park, complete with rides and carnival games. Notable additions included the first and second Island Queen in 1896 and 1925, respectively, the Moonlite Gardens dance pavilion in 1925, the Wildcat and Twister wooden roller coasters in 1926, the Land of Oz children's section in 1934, and the Shooting Star roller coaster (a renovation of the former Clipper roller coaster) in 1947.

16"x 22"
black wood