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Vintage photos from the Coney Island of yesteryear

New York's quirky summer hotspot evolved over the years from a wealthy resort to "The People's Playground"

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by Jackie Friedman
May 30, 2016

Circa 1890

Visitors outside of the entrance of Luna Park.

Circa 1900

Visitors enjoy the beach.

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Circa 1900

Beachgoers walk around the waterways and gondolas.

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1904

Children ride goat-drawn carriages.

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1908

People ride the Helter Skelter slide in Luna Park.

Circa 1925

A stereographic image of bathers at Coney Island.

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Circa 1930

A crowd at Nathan's hot dog stand.

July 13, 1937

Newsboys shoot in a carnival game.

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Aug. 3, 1937

Women compete in the Miss Venus Competition.

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April 24, 1938

Riders ascend the Steeplechase.

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May 8, 1946

Coast Guard members and their girlfriends enjoy the beach.

Sept. 8, 1946

Vacationers enjoy the high swings.

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Circa 1962

The beach and boardwalk.

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