Crescent Park: Behind the Scenes with Ed Serowik

Crescent Park: Behind the Scenes with Ed Serowik

From 1886 to 1977, Crescent Park in Riverside, Rhode Island, stood as one of New England’s most beloved seaside playgrounds. Known as the “Coney Island of the East,” it drew tens of thousands of visitors each summer to the sparkling shores of Narragansett Bay. Families came for the famous clam bakes and traditional shore dinners, couples danced the night away in the grand ballroom, and thrill-seekers delighted in the park’s ever-changing array of amusement rides.

In this richly detailed and heartfelt chronicle, Ed Serowik weaves together the grand history of Crescent Park with intimate, behind-the-scenes stories only someone who spent a lifetime working there could tell. From the laughter echoing along the midway to the quiet moments before the park opened each morning, this book captures the magic, memories, and enduring spirit of a cherished Rhode Island landmark.

Whether you once strolled its midway or simply love the nostalgia of America’s great amusement parks, this book will transport you back to a golden era of seaside fun and summertime joy.