Amusement Parks & Their Beginnings.
What?
Amusement parks from about 1550 to 1700s were called pleasure gardens.
When?
The first amusement park was made in 1893.
Who?
The Chicago Worlds Columbian Exposition.
Where?
First amusement park was made in Chicago Illinois.
Why?
The creators thought it would be a good idea. A fun way for families to get together and have together.
Citations
"Amusement & Theme Parks." Good Magic. N.D. Web. 9/28/15
Evan Andrews "History Lists" 6 Early Amusement Parks. July 14, 2014. Web. 9/28/15