Luna Park in Coney Island

Coney Island in New York City has a long and winding history

In the 19th century, rides and other unusual attractions transformed the area 

Coney Island, accessible to the working class for the first time by subway 

After enduring the Great Depression, crime, and redevelopment, Coney Island is back and better than ever 

It's become more than just a Brooklyn neighbourhood; it's also a popular tourist attraction

James Lafferty, who also created New Jersey's "Lucy the Elephant" in 1881

The Sea Lion Park was the first of its kind on Coney Island. 

Coney Island hosted sideshows with a variety of "oddball" entertainers to draw in tourists.