(New York, NY) The Landmarks Preservation Commission voted in favor today to preserve the historic Forest Park Carousel as a New York City landmark. The original push for landmarking started years ago, when carousel lovers feared the priceless horses could be sold off. It was built in 1903 and the carousel contains 52 figures, including 36 jumpers, 13 standers, three menageries, and two chariots. It also has its original band organ. It is one of two known surviving carousels built by the Muller brothers.
“Today’s positive vote by the Landmarks Preservation Commission is the first step in permanently landmarking the hand-carved treasure; the Forest Park Carousel; a neighborhood icon”, said Assemblyman Mike Miller. “I want to thank Maria Thomson, Executive Director of the Greater Woodhaven Development Corp., Mr. Ed Wendell, President of the Woodhaven Block Association, and my colleague in government, Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley for their steadfast commitment for the historical preservation of the Forest Park Carousel so that future generations of “riders” can appreciate a piece of our community’s history”, said Assemblyman Miller.
