The Fairfax County Park Authority said January’s winter storm left the antique carousel at Frying Pan Farm Park in Herndon severely damaged.
A message on the park’s website reads: “After detailed inspections by staff and specialists, the ride was found to be unsafe to repair or operate. For the safety of visitors and staff, the carousel will be permanently closed and removed from the park.”
The portable Allan Herschell carousel was built in 1918, and purchased by the park authority in 1975…