Paragon Carousel

Not very expensive and it’s nice to see the all of the restorations that have been done. Love taking the grandkids here to ride the horses I did when I was young.

While spending summers at Nantasket Beach, when I was growing up in the 80s, Paragon Park was always a draw for my friends and I. Shortly before my family sold their summer home, the park was sold and part of my childhood ended.
However, volunteers banded together to purchase the carousel and had it moved to it’s present location. After nearly thirty years at the new location, many of the horses have been restored and the historic carousel continues to thrill children of all ages. At $ 2.50 a ride, it is a steal and brings back wonderful memories of summers gone by.

This a magical place for kids, and a godsend for parents (or uncles, in my case).
Beautiful horses, great energy and atmosphere for families, staff who care about the history of the building and its carousel, and in making sure families are happy.
A bargain at $ 2.50 a ride, and a great way to entertain the kiddies. There is also a fun playground on the beach side of the street (just across the parking lot) and it offers another hour of activities when you’ve had enough rides.

This review is for the Paragon Park Museum, which is down the street a little from the carousel.
Great little museum. Fantastic photos and artwork of Paragon Park. Cool souvenirs.
Lots of history here. The park opened as a «mini World’s Fair» in 1905. The «giant coaster» opened in 1917. The carousel was rebuilt in 1928 after a fire. There was another fire in 1955. The park closed around 1984.
Still a very fun place, maybe the funnest place on the South Shore.
The museum is open this year through October 27^th.

Great piece of Hull history. I still remember it when it was down the street in the park. The people doing the restoration work should be applauded for their hard work and dedication. The carousel and its atmosphere deserve a 5 star rating. Unfortunately tonight’s visit was marred by the attitude of the ride operator who seemed to be annoyed that kids were present and riding on the «museum» as she called it. Her snide remarks under her breath and to her colleague were not appreciated by my family and others visiting. I can understand being protective of such a historical location but lecturing children and their parents before they even get on because «all kids do is run on and start climbing on the horses» is a little absurd. The carousel was designed for children of all ages to ride and enjoy. I hope the other volunteers that operate the carousel understand this or one day it will unfortunately be just a museum artifact.

It is sad but there are not too many old carousels left and this is one of the few restored and still standing in New England. This sits in old Nantasket Beach on the corner and looks pretty good for it’s age. It is quite large and there are plenty of old style horses to choose from. Tickets are $ 2.50 each and you can buy a card to ride several times in a row. However the ride is pretty long and I bought a 5 pack but really didn’t need it. The parents are free with a paying child. There is also a Paragon Park museum next store which displays some old memorabilia from the days of when there was an amusement park here with a rollercoaster. Overall a treat and the kids will love it! they do take credit cards but be sure to bring cash to park. This area gets plenty busy and it is $ 10 to park in the lots during the season!

I rode it as a child in the 60’s and fell in love with it. As an adult I worked at the park for a year in maintanence and learned to respect it for the irreplaceable treasure it is.
I was lucky enough to be one the electricians who assisted in moving it from the park to its present location. The Carousel is a piece of history.

Classic carousel and the décor and feel of the place is very nostalgic! Definitely don’t miss this if you are visiting the area! Fun for all ages.

5 Stars. Gorgeous piece of history here. Nicely maintained, nice staff, fantastic renovation work,

We had my daughter birthday party here. It was a great day. Easy to plan and afforable. Only problem is they don’t have bathrooms.

Love the Carousel, Have been going to the beach for years & finally have been able to bring my son…
Last year we went but he was a little too young & we just went yesterday & he LOVED the Carousel… I didnt grow up in the area so dont have the memories like most people, but do enjoy going to the beach for the day & riding the Carousel…
Worth the $ 2.50 and will continue to go several times a summer as long as its there…

Love the Carousel. Best place to have kids Birthday Party. Plenty of parking across the street, Next to Nantasket Beach, Great Ice Cream
@ Carousel Creamery,

This was one of the cool places to have your birthday party when I was in 1^st grade. I think I went 3 or 4 times that year. I distinctly remember running from one of the boys who was trying to kiss me.
Anyway — this carousel is a relic left over from Paragon Park — I’m personally not old enough to remember the rest of it. The carousel is beautiful and one of the old ones with all the different animals and beautifully painted horses. One of the things you HAVE to do when you go to Nantasket as a kid.

The carousel holds a special place in my heart, and I haven’t been since sometime in the early 80’s when I was just a young whippersnapper afraid of the (now defunct) Paragon Park roller coaster. I was delighted to see that it’s still in operation, for just a $ 1.75 a ride. The carousel is a treasure, one that shows its age graciously in the peeling paint of the chariots and horses that surround the gilded mirrored center. I’m betting that the other visitors to the Paragon Carousel must’ve thought I was «special» for the way I swung my feet while watching the cranks and gears and staring in rapture at the beautifully painted ceiling. Hold on tight and take a look up. It’s worth the view.