Nunley's Carousel

Hours

Beginning Friday, September 26, Nunley’s Carousel will be OPEN Fridays through Sundays, 12:30 to 3:00 PM (last ride at 2:45 PM).

Ride Through History on Nunley's Carousel

Originally installed in 1912 on the Brooklyn waterfront in Canarsie’s Golden City Park, the carousel—affectionately known as “Murphy’s”—delighted visitors for 26 years. In 1950, it found a new home in Baldwin, NY, where it reopened as Nunley’s Carousel and became a cherished part of childhood memories for three generations.

After Nunley’s Amusement Park closed in 1995, Nassau County purchased the historic ride to preserve its legacy. In 2009, this rare treasure—one of only three surviving carousels crafted by the famed Stein & Goldstein—was carefully restored and relocated to Museum Row in Garden City.

Today, the Long Island Children's Museum proudly operates Nunley’s Carousel in partnership with Nassau County, keeping the magic alive for new generations of riders.

Location

The carousel is located on Museum Row between LICM and the Nassau County Firefighters Museum, accessible from the East Parking Lot. The carousel is enclosed by glass and heated during cold weather, allowing the carousel to operate year-round.

Prices

One LICM Member Ticket: $3
One Non-Member Ticket: $4
10-pack of Member Tickets: $25
10-pack of Non-Member Tickets: $35

10-pack tickets are on sale for the general public during open hours at the Carousel or LICM Box Office only at this time.

You may purchase individual tickets for specific dates in advance. (LICM Members must be signed in to receive discounts.)

As Heard on NCC Radio

Enjoy this interview with LICM Associate Director of Support Services Josh Engel regarding the history of the Nunley's Carousel in celebration of National Carousel Day. (Aired Thursday, July 25, 2024 on 90.3 WHPC The Voice of Nassau Community College radio station.)