See 1900s Coney Island captured on early film, see the crowds, attractions, and atmosphere of one of America’s most famous entertainment destinations at the dawn of the 20th century.
Do you have a question for Mr. Coney Island? Email it to ask@coneyislandhistory.org.
On July 24th 2026, at Wikimania 2026, Noé Gasparini, User:Noé, gave a presentation titled: "Kurier, Signpost, wikipress: You can be a Wikimedia journalist" presenting on wikipress projects and the current state of Wikimedia focused journals & newsletters, from user-run to staff-run and the spaces in-between. The presentation included a Q&A session afterwards. This recap article will attempt to summarize Noé's presentation and the Q&A.
Hello i went to baseball game in Coney island Brooklyn Ny Show some highlights of the game
Built by Paul Boyton, the coaster, opened in 1895, and was one of the first looping roller coasters to operate in North America. It was also notable for its engineering as well as the extreme G-forces which this engineering inflicted on riders.
The ride was open for 7 years from 1895 to 1902.
I go to New York 3 or 4 times a year,but Ive never been to Coney Island-is it worth going?
Hoping to do a fun ride from Chelsea to Coney Island. Apple maps saying I need to dismount for a large chunk near Prospect Park South. Anyone have a preferred route? Also obviously trying to avoid any highways.
Cali Hues Recipe with light jpeg edits, mainly on the portraits. X100VI with Godox IM20 flash. My Instagram is @burntcalamari if you’re interested!
Interested in trees? Come help with a Tree Count lead by NYC Parks for Trees Count 2026 in southern Prospect Park on August 2nd at 10AM. Meet at the Peristyle off of Parkside Ave. Come join us as we count trees in Prospect Park and learn how Tree Counting is done! More info and sign-up here: https://www.nycgovparks.org/reg/trees-count/20187 Ages: 12+ There is an attendance cap, so sign up soon if you want to join us!
Interested in trees? Come help with a Tree Count lead by NYC Parks for Trees Count 2026 in southern Prospect Park on August 2nd at 10AM. Meet at the Peristyle off of Parkside Ave. Come join us as we count trees in Prospect Park and learn how Tree Counting is done! More info and sign-up here: https://www.nycgovparks.org/reg/trees-count/20187 Ages: 12+ There is an attendance cap, so sign up soon if you want to join us!
https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2026/07/25/its-my-park-at-parade-ground
Garden Work Day and community clean-up this Saturday! Volunteers needed!
Whether you're a longtime volunteer or joining us for the first time, we'd love to have you.
Saturday, July 25
10AM–1PM
Meet us:
At 10AM by the Parade Ground bathrooms, or in the corner garden at Parade & Caton inside Dillon Stewart Playground after 10AM
We'll be working together to clean-up the corner garden of the Parade Ground playground. Bring water, wear clothes you don't mind getting a little dirty, and come meet your neighbors.
Wikimania is the Wikimedia communities' annual conference, organized by the community of contributors and hosted by the Wikimedia Foundation.
Stream it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jcFHu20jtgI
Probably polar bear plunge? Photo credit Albert Hershenson, 1983
New Avatar (stylized in all lowercase) is the third studio album by the American singer and songwriter Kelela. It was released on July 10, 2026, via Warp Records.The album was preceded by the singles "Idea 1", "Linknb", "Point Blank", "Outta Time" and "The Bridge". Album features guest appearances by A. K. Paul, Fousheé, and PinkPantheress.