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Event Series Event Series: Big Eli Ferris Wheel

Big Eli Ferris Wheel

June 23 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

In 1893, W.E. Sullivan visited the Colombian Exposition, where he marveled at the original Ferris Wheel. Mr. Sullivan owned a bridge-building business, the Eli Bridge Company, but remained fascinated by the Wheel and was determined to build one of his own. Sullivan’s first “Big Eli” Wheel debuted in Jacksonville; Illinois’ own Central Park on May 23, 1900. In 1919, a new factory building was erected in Jacksonville and has been doing business at that location ever since. The first wheel, Big Eli Wheel #1, now proudly stands in front of the factory. Although the factory is not open for tours, visitors can take a spin on the locally operated wheel in Community Park during the summer and autumn months.

 

 

 

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Date:
June 23
Time:
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Organizer

Jacksonville Rotary Club
Phone
217-408-0055
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Venue

Community Park
South Main Street
Jacksonville, IL 62650 United States
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