Coney Island Summer Season Begins With the Unveiling of Restored Historic Carousel and Steeplechase Plaza
May. 24, 2013   |  NYC.gov
The Coney Island amusement district officially opens for the summer after suffering damage from Hurricane Sandy.
Video: Mayor Bloomberg Officially Opens Coney Island for the Summer
Mayor Bloomberg also opened Steeplechase Plaza, which will serve as the western anchor of the Coney Island amusement district and feature the historic B&B Carousell.
 
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