Amusement and Theme Parks

Meet Herschend, Dolly's silent partner in family fun parks

5 Feb 2012

Herschend Family Entertainment didn't take center stage last month when country star Dolly Parton and Gaylord Entertainment unveiled plans for a new water and snow family fun park near the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.

Amusement parks industry seeks social infrastructure status

2 Feb 2012

The Indian Association of Amusement Parks and Industries seek Government support to resolve issues such as high, multiple and differential taxation at State-level, funding and land requirements.

Students find carnival amusement in class

1 Feb 2012

Roller coasters, Disney parks, festivals and fried food are just some of the fun topics explored in a new class at Iowa State, “Attractions and Amusement Park Administration.�