Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on June 15, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. The crowds who were already dazzled by ...

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - Many people may not know that a favorite ride at any fair or carnival was created right here in Pittsburgh. We're talking, of course, about the Ferris wheel. It's the 131st ...

TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — In celebration of 200 years, the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute honored one invention an alumnus made that has left an enormous mark on history. It’s a carnival and fair staple ...

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The aptly named Colossus Ferris wheel at Six Flags St. Louis debuted at the 1984 World’s Fair in New Orleans and opened here for the theme park’s 1986 season. It’s 180 feet tall and has 40 gondolas.

The Centennial Ferris Wheel at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis was created in celebration of the museum’s 100th birthday. The Ferris wheel will be available to guests for an added fee through ...