Carousel Wishes and Dreams

This magical, whimsical, permanent exhibit is designed for all ages, and is filled with activities to bring families together to talk, laugh, and play.

Family Activites:

• Carousel
• Games and puzzles arcade
• Maze of mirrors
• Playhouse

Carousel History

Originally, the Carousel was installed in 1917 in Broad Ripple Park in Indianapolis, Indiana. The mechanism was destroyed in 1956 when the domed pavilion housing the Carousel collapsed. The animals were salvaged and brought to the museum in 1970. The Carousel is now one of the biggest collection artifacts in the museum!

With all the musical sounds and beautiful colors, it is one no one should miss. It's fully operational, so climb aboard and dream away!

Carousel rides are free to members and all children under the age of 2; non-member cost is $1 per ride.

Broad Ripple Park Carousel on Wikipedia Broad Ripple Park Carousel, also known as White City Carousel and Children's Museum Carousel, was installed in 1917 in an amusement park near the White River in Indianapolis, Indiana. Wikipedia article CC-BY-SA-3.0. Image license is CC-BY-3.0.