First roller coaster in America opens, June 16, 1884

The first roller coaster in America opens at Coney Island, in Brooklyn, New York. Known as a switchback railway, it was the brainchild of LaMarcus Thompson, traveled approximately six miles per hour and cost a nickel to ride.

This Day in History 1884 - First Roller Coaster in American Opens

1st Roller-coaster In The US Opened This Date, In 1884, Brooklyn

Into It: The Rise of the Roller Coaster

Six Flags participates in the world's largest roller coaster ride

National Roller Coaster Day Trivia Quiz - ProProfs Quiz

National Roller Coaster Day Holiday. Wild Amusement Park Ride.

What is the history of roller coasters? - Quora

On this day in 1884, America's first roller coaster opened at

Wooden roller coaster - Coasterpedia - The Roller Coaster and Flat