#NationalFerrisWheelDay | Explore Tumblr Posts and Blogs

rabbitcruiser · 2 years

Photo

National Ferris Wheel Day

Ferris wheels have always been associated with childhood; it’s no surprise how loved they are around the world, as people who aren’t afraid of heights get to see the horizon of the world around them.

Ferris wheels, however, are a most recent invention over the past 200 years. That’s why National Ferris Wheel Day exists! National Ferris Wheel Day is all about teaching people the history and cultural significance of this magnificent machine.

Learn about National Ferris Wheel Day

National Ferris Wheel Day has been designed to honor George Washington Gale Ferris, Jr, who is, of course, the inventor of the Ferris Wheel! We’re sure that most people reading this have fond memories of going on a Ferris Wheel, whether at a theme park or at a tourist attraction. Ferris Wheels are a lot of fun, coming in different sizes and enabling us to see for miles and miles! You may have even had your first kiss on a Ferris Wheel!

Since the Ferris Wheel has been invented, there have been some incredible Ferris Wheels built around the world. This includes Canada’s Niagara Skywheel, which enables you to look over the Niagara Falls. It’s truly breathtaking. You also have The London Eye, which looks over London’s Thames River. Another famous Ferris Wheel is the Tianjin Eye Ferris Wheel in Tianjin, China. What makes this Ferris Wheel so spectacular is the fact that is erected over a bridge that spans the Hair River. There are so many incredible Ferris Wheels, so we definitely recommend doing a bit of digging online on this day. You could even make a bucket list of Ferris Wheels that you would like to visit!

History of National Ferris Wheel Day

George Washington Gale Ferris invented the Ferris wheel in 1893 when at age 33, he introduced his invention to the World’s Columbian Exposition.

This exhibition was also known as the Chicago World’s Fair, where people at the time were celebrating the 400th anniversary of Columbus’ landing in the New World. When people saw it for the first time, they immediately saw it as the United States’ version of the Effiel Tower.

Ferris’s creation stood at an enormous 260 feet high, with 36 cars encased with glass and locked doors, and weighed in at a total 26,000 pounds. After the exhibition, the Ferris wheel ran from June until October 1863. It wasn’t until 1894 that the Ferris wheel got taken down completely.

The dismantled part of the Ferris wheel was actually made into good use; During World War I, the scraps were used to make battleships, specifically the U.S.S Illinois. Now, Ferris wheels are everywhere, from carnivals, festivals, and can be seen at any kind of celebration.

This holiday honors his birthday as well as his invention. People celebrate this holiday by taking the time to ride the Ferris wheel and feel the wonder and excitement that comes from it.

Some make it a lover’s date, as it is the perfect place to gain some intimacy. Others come with their friends and family to take part in the event and some just take the time to learn about the different kinds of Ferris wheels around the world, which is fun in its own right.

How to Celebrate National Ferris Wheel Day

Head to your closest fairground, theme park, or showground and go straight to the Ferris wheel for some awesome fun! Bring your friends, family or lover with you when you go, and make it a date.

The theme parks that have been built over the years are truly incredible. If you plan ahead of time, you can make sure that National Ferris Wheel Day is one to remember by visiting one of the most thrilling theme parks in your area. Not only will you be able to go on a Ferris Wheel but there will be plenty of other rides for you to enjoy as well, from rollercoasters to dark rides and themed experiences. There is something for everyone!

Take some time to learn about the ingenuity involved with inventing the Ferris wheel, and look up all the most well-known Ferris wheels from around the world. Host a party and make the theme all about Ferris wheels.

You can also take some time to learn about the different facts associated with Ferris Wheels. If you take a look online, you will see that there are some really interesting facts. For example, did you know that the largest Ferris wheel in the world is found in Las Vegas? It is called the High Roller and it is 550 feet tall! You can also look up some of the more classic Ferris Wheels. For example, there is the Wonder Wheel of Coney Island. This Ferris Wheel has been standing for over 100 years now and it was constructed by the Eccentric Ferris Wheel Company. You’ll find it in New York.

Of course, the day has been chosen because it is the same date as the birthday of the inventor, George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. So, why not learn a bit more about him? A civil engineer, born in Galesburg, Illinois, George is known for the Ferris wheel concept and the original Chicago Ferris Wheel. He lived a short life, dying at the age of 37-years-old. This was shortly after the death of his father. Both died of typhoid fever. Despite having a short life, George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. certainly achieved a lot, and you will find a lot of interesting reads about his achievements.

If you’re an avid collector, start collecting antiques associated with Ferris wheels and help share your love of Ferris wheels with your friends.

Source

17 notes · View notes

pjrobesq · 4 years

Photo

I celebrated #nationalferriswheelday last weekend too!!! (at National Harbor Ferris Wheel) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8kiyZlJLqTjYX0JQzZ1R80s3f4Lub7YsmmdXI0/?igshid=9nkspym5fdfx

#nationalferriswheelday

0 notes

wwwkaygriffin55com · 4 years

Photo

So my Lovlies Friday February 14, 2020 is #nationalorgandonorday ❤!! And it is #nooneeatsaloneday 💑💏🎂🍰🍧-changes annually (February 14, 2020) And it is #nationalferriswheelday 🎡!! And it is #nationalcreamfilledchocolatesday 🍫🧁!! And of course it is #valentinesday ❤💜💞💕💋💟💌💘💝💖💐!!! (at Middle Earth) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8iTdN_hFT7/?igshid=1ffqb7ob289ln

#nationalorgandonorday #nooneeatsaloneday #nationalferriswheelday #nationalcreamfilledchocolatesday #valentinesday

0 notes

lucerovcas · 5 years

Photo

Still trying to figure out this word... action🌺 • • #LatePost #NationalFerrisWheelDay (at Austin Bouldering Project) https://www.instagram.com/lucerovcas/p/BuCLbvQAOeJ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=mrtoro0xz4ix

#latepost #nationalferriswheelday

0 notes

kittiecosplay · 7 years

Photo

Happy National Ferris Wheel Day!!! Why...what else would you think today was? ❣️🎡❣️(Photo by @jmsvlstrs) #NationalFerrisWheelDay #ImSerious #LookItUp #FerrisWheel #DapperMattTheRadarTechnician #DapperPhasma #DapperDay #disneycaliforniaadventure #disneyland #dapper #MickeyMouse #StarWars #TFA #BananaSteve #KittieCosplay @bananasteve.cosplay

#dappermatttheradartechnician #imserious #tfa #dapper #mickeymouse #disneycaliforniaadventure #kittiecosplay #bananasteve #starwars #disneyland #nationalferriswheelday #lookitup #dapperday #ferriswheel #dapperphasma

1 note · View note

cdillustrate-blog · 6 years

Video

An animated Google Doodle I did for class!

#nationalferriswheelday #digital #googledoodle #ferriswheel #artist #artistsoninstagram #illustrator #illustration #photoshop #2danimation #february #animation #artistsofinstagram #artstagram #art #google

0 notes

kennytheclown · 6 years

Photo

#nationalferriswheelday

0 notes

tt-choppa · 7 years

Photo

Happy national ferris wheel day. Have a wheel good time this valentine's day! #nationalferriswheelday #dca #californiaadventure #mickeysfunwheel #paradisepier #disneylandphotography #disneyland #happiestplaceonearth #fd101look #believeindisneyyy

#happiestplaceonearth #fd101look #disneylandphotography #californiaadventure #disneyland #paradisepier #believeindisneyyy #nationalferriswheelday #mickeysfunwheel #dca

0 notes

rabbitcruiser · 3 years

Photo

National Ferris Wheel Day

Ferris wheels have always been associated with childhood; it’s no surprise how loved they are around the world, as people who aren’t afraid of heights get to see the horizon of the world around them.

Ferris wheels, however, are a most recent invention over the past 200 years. That’s why Ferris Wheel Day exists! Ferris Wheel Day is all about teaching people the history and cultural significance of this magnificent machine.

History of Ferris Wheel Day

George Washington Gale Ferris invented the Ferris wheel in 1893 when at age 33, he introduced his invention to the World’s Columbian Exposition.

This exhibition was also known as the Chicago World’s Fair, where people at the time were celebrating the 400th anniversary of Columbus’ landing in the New World. When people saw it for the first time, they immediately saw it as the United States’ version of the Effiel Tower.

Ferris’s creation stood at an enormous 260 feet high, with 36 cars encased with glass and locked doors, and weighed in at a total 26,000 pounds. After the exhibition, the Ferris wheel ran from June until October 1863. It wasn’t until 1894 that the Ferris wheel got taken down completely.

The dismantled part of the Ferris wheel was actually made into good use; During World War I, the scraps were used to make battleships, specifically the U.S.S Illinois. Now, Ferris wheels are everywhere, from carnivals, festivals, and can be seen at any kind of celebration.

This holiday honors his birthday as well as his invention. People celebrate this holiday by taking the time to ride the Ferris wheel and feel the wonder and excitement that comes from it.

Some make it a lover’s date, as it is the perfect place to gain some intimacy. Others come with their friends and family to take part in the event and some just take the time to learn about the different kinds of Ferris wheels around the world, which is fun in its own right.

How to Celebrate Ferris Wheel Day

Head to your closest fairground, theme park, or showground and go straight to the Ferris wheel for some awesome fun! Bring your friends, family or lover with you when you go, and make it a date.

Take some time to learn about the ingenuity involved with inventing the Ferris wheel, and look up all the most well-known Ferris wheels from around the world. Host a party and make the theme all about Ferris wheels.

If you’re an avid collector, start collecting antiques associated with Ferris wheels and help share your love of Ferris wheels with your friends.

Source

1 note · View note

pjrobesq · 4 years

Photo

#nationalferriswheelday (at Navy Pier Ferris Wheel) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8kiUSdp-KX3gkBFHTbqetGwrc3nOMqYi0GMf40/?igshid=1i5jm60ted75t

#nationalferriswheelday

0 notes

wwwkaygriffin55com · 2 years

Photo

So my Lovlies, Monday February 14, 2022 is #internationalepilepsyday2022 💜- second Monday in February!! And it is #internationalbookgivingday2022 📚👩‍🦳👩🏾💕!!And it is #nationalorgandonorday 🫀💐🫀!! And it is of course #valentinesday2022 💟💌❤💜!! And it is #nationalferriswheelday🎡 !! And it is #nationalcleanoutyouryourcomputer 🧹 💻🖥 and it is the day, your Computer #nationalcreamfilledchocolatesday 🍦 🍫!! And it is Medicare!! And it is #nationalfootballday 🏈 !! (at Middle Earth) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ8lH4QOZxJ/?utm_medium=tumblr

#internationalepilepsyday2022 #internationalbookgivingday2022 #nationalorgandonorday #valentinesday2022 #nationalferriswheelday🎡#nationalcleanoutyouryourcomputer #nationalcreamfilledchocolatesday #nationalfootballday

0 notes

longbeachpost · 5 years

Photo

🚨SPONSORED🚨Not only is February 14th Valentine’s Day, it’s also #NationalFerrisWheelDay! Bring your Valentine to @thepikeoutletslb for buy one, get one free Ferris Wheel rides, free caricatures, carnations, and giveaways. Plus, go shopping, grab a bite and catch a movie @cinemark or a comedy show @laughfactory_lb!

#Instagram #Long Beach #LBPOST #Long Beach Post

1 note · View note

disneygeekcom · 4 years

Photo

Pixar Pal-A-Round on #NationalFerrisWheelDay

0 notes

wendydarlings1 · 4 years

Photo

It's National Ferris Wheel Day, and to celebrate. . . . I'm just going to find a bench and watch the rest of you all ride. 😬 #nationalferriswheelday https://t.co/sUVfL5uYBg

#Twitter

0 notes

daagodfatherofsolar · 6 years

Photo

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY FOLKS! ***Valentine’s Day began as St. Valentine’s Day, a liturgical #celebration of one or more early #Christian saints named Valentinus. #February14 th, Valentine’s, Day first became associated with romantic love during the High Middle Ages as the tradition of courtly love was then flourishing. During 18th century #England, this day evolved into an occasion in which lovers expressed their #love for each other by presenting #flowers, offering confectionery and sending Valentine #cards. HOW TO OBSERVE: Get something special for your Valentine and use #ValentinesDay to post on social media. HISTORY: Credit is traditionally given to #Pope Gelasius for declaring February 14 as Saint Valentine’s Day around the year 496 to separate the #church from the #Roman celebration of Lupercalia, an ancient #pagan fertility #festival which occurred on #February15th. Also on today it's #NATIONALORGANDONORDAY #NATIONALFERRISWHEELDAY ...brought to you by #DaaGodfather #SolarBrotherNo1 #DaaGodfatherOfSolar #ClimateChange #LovePeaceSolar (at United States)

0 notes

advntagetoyota · 6 years

Photo

Ride High. Today is #NationalFerrisWheelDay. We hope you enjoy the ride... and our ride! Click the image for a brief history of the Ferris Wheel. #LetsGoPlaces #TestedTrustedToyota #DriveToVictory

0 notes