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'It Was 20 Years Ago Today: AstroWorld Marks Birthday," Houston Chronicle
Houston Chronicle Lifestyle &Entertainment article about 20th Anniversary of Astroworld, featuring a picture of "brightly dressed attendants" at the park opening in 1968. Wednesday, June 1, 1998.
"1974 Astroworld Park Map"
Guide to attractions, rides, entrances/exits, stores and restaurants
"Astroworld Park Takes Shape"
Aerial picture of Astroworld under construction, with Astrodome in background.
"Astroworld: the Wonderful World of Fun"
Full page advertisment for Astroworld, just across from Astrodome, in Astros baseball program.
"Astroworld's Future Fantasies"
Magazine article "Astroworld's Future Fantasies," featuring drawn representations of animal mascots, and future plans for attraction.
"Behind the Scenes at Astroworld"
Magazine article "Behind the scenes at Astroworld," featuring various workers designing, creating and servicing equipement.
"Come... Come... Come to the Fair"
Magazine article "Come... Come... Come to the Fair," Astroworld's lastest addition - Country Fair, Circa 1880 - 1910.
"Evans Wrote It Last January," Houston Chronicle
Pictures of the site for Astroworld with the Astroneedle construct already built, and owner Roy Hofheinz.
"For Astroworld, the Ride is Over," Houston Chronicle
Houston Chronicle article announcing closing of Astroworld due to low attendence and rising land price.
"Hofheinz, Astrodome Operator Maps $25-Mil Amusement Park Next Door"
Newspaper article about Roy Hotheinz plan to build $25 million Amusement Park "Astroworld," Wednesday, September 27, 1967.
"Take a Ride Back in Time," Houston Chronicle
Houston Chronicle article on finding, repair and return to Ed Henderson of the Astroworld model. Thursday July 7, 2011.
"The Wonderful World of Fun!"
Astroworld Pamphlet - The Wonderful World of Fun! illustrated fold-out map of attractions.
"Up... Down.. and Around"
Magazine article "Up... Down.. and Around" about the range of rides designed to fulfill everyone's needs.
Photograph, Independence Day Parade
198th Independence day celebration parade. Park workers in traditional colonial dress, complete with flag, flute and drum,walking through Oriental Village.
Aerial of Astroworld and Astrodome
Aerial of Astrodome, Astroworld and its various attractions, with the 610 highway separating the two attraction. Houston skyline in the background.
Astrodome Logo
Astroworld Logo with white background.
Astroworld Map
Astroworld map - "The Classic '80s Version," Numbered list of attractions with descriptions.
Back Cover, Astros Baseball Program
Astros baseball program congratulating Astroworld on their opening.
Brass Motor Hotels Plaque
A. Carroll Brodnax A.I.A. Associates Astroworld model by Ed Henderson Productions
Business Card, Buddy O'Neil
Buddy O'Neil - Director of Maintenance/Development Astroworld, Business Card.
Cover, Houston Chronicle Texas Magazine
Houston Chronicle Texas Magazine May 26, 1968 - Judge Roy Hofheinz surrounded by his family at Astroworld.
Film Footage of Television News Segments from April 3, 1972
-- Offshore Drilling, Date: "04/03/74": Footage shows an oil well being drilled as well as an operational oil derrick with the Astrodome visible in the background; interview with a man about the search for oil and gas everywhere and anywhere to get…
Film Footage of Television News Segments from June, 1969
-- Stamp Show, Date: "06/13/69": Footage of visitors and exhibitors at the Stamp Show.
-- Von on Crime, Date: "06/11/69": Harris County District Attorney Carol Vance on the need for effective law enforcement and speedy trials.
-- Dome Sitter,…
-- Von on Crime, Date: "06/11/69": Harris County District Attorney Carol Vance on the need for effective law enforcement and speedy trials.
-- Dome Sitter,…
Film Footage of Television News Segments from May 17, 1972
-- Sports - Hebert, Date: "05/17/72": Golfer Jay Hebert describes and praises the construction of the Bluebonnet Golf Course, designed by Jay Riviere and financed by Dave Brown, including its island-situated 13th hole.
-- Astroworld, Date:…
-- Astroworld, Date:…
Guide Cover, "Frightfest"
2005 Six Flags Astroworld - It's Playtime! "Frightfest" Entertainment schedule front featuring Mr. Six.
Guide Page, "Frightfest"
2005 Six Flags Astroworld - It's Playtime! "Frightfest" interior. Listing "Spooky Shows" entertainment schedule.
Guide Page, "Frightfest"
2005 Six Flags Astroworld - It's Playtime! "Frightfest" interior. Listing "Family Fun - Looney Tunes Spooky Town" entertainment schedule, and "Haunted Horrors" attraction listing.
Guide, Six Flags Astroworld and Waterworld
2005 Six Flags Astroworld and Waterworld Guide. Listed map of attractions, rides, entrances/exits, stores and restaurants.
Illustration of Astroworld's Americana Square
Painted illustration of Americana Square in Astroworld, complete with stores, a horse drawn carriage, and well-dressed attendees.
Illustration of Astroworld's Children's World
Illustration of Children's World in Astroworld, with carousel in center, and rides to the side.
Invitation from The Hofheinz Family to Attend an Announcement of Major Importance
Invitation from the Hofheinz family to attend an announcement of major importance to Houston, Texas, and the World of Fun. Saturday, September 16, 1967 at the Astrodome Club.
Invitation, Astroworld "Training Session"
Astroworld "Training Session" invitation card for guests to sample the attractions prior to parks opening on June 1, 1968. Card explains that not everything is quite complete, and for guests to help the park get into shape for it's offical opening.
Invoice to Astroworld
Ed Henderson production invoice to Astroworld for 60 Second Commercials for opening of Astroworld 3 June 1968. Deposit slip for total amount paid 7/16/68.
Invoice to Houston Sports Association, Inc
Ed Henderson production invoice to Houston Sports Association, Inc for Astroworld coloring books 2 June 1968. Deposit slip for total amount paid.
Letter to Hendersons
Letter from Ed Henderson to his parents about the various unusual items he is trying to obtain for Astroworld.
Letter to Judge Hofheinz
Letter to Judge Hofheinz regarding "Foley's" wish to display the Astroworld model in their "best show window" from May 27 to June 8, 1968.
Membership Cards, Astroworld and Waterworld
Front Astroworld and Waterworld "Two Worlds Club" membership card 1992. Featuring "Adventure Rivers of Texas,"
Membership Cards, Astroworld and Waterworld
Front Astroworld and Waterworld "Two Worlds Club" Membership card 1991. Featuring "The Condor"
Pamphlet Interior, List of Attractions
Astroworld pamphlet listed map of attractions by theme, entrances/exits, stores and restaurants.
Pamphlet Page, Astroworld Illustrations
Astroworld pamphlet interior, illustrations of attractions.
Pamphlet Page, List of Attractions
Astroworld pamphlet page of photographs of attractions, activities, and resturant.
Pamphlet, Astroworld, Front and Back Covers
Astroworld Pamphlet - Front and back covers listing operating days and hours 1968, prices and list of over 100 attractions.
Pamphlet, Back Cover
Astroworld pamphlet back cover with description of the park attactions and directions
Pamphlet, Front Cover
Astroworld pamphlet front cover with illustration of Astroneedle with family looking on.
Pennant, Astroworld
Pink, 24 inches long
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Americana Square
Americana Square Astroworld from the air.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
B&W Aerial photograph of Astroworld.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
Aerial photograph of Astroworld.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
B&W Aerial photograph of Astroworld with information on the park including opening time, number of rides, and size. Opening day attendence 23,406 persons.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
Americana Square Astroworld from the air. Large group of people in the center.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
Aerial shot from entrance of Astroworld, overlooking the roadway and the car park around the Astrodome.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
Aerial view of the Astrodome with its many car parking sections surrounding the stadium.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
Aerial view of Astroworld bridge entrance driveway, with County Fair section to the side, and the Astrodome and Houston skyline in distance.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld Americana Square
Aerial view of Americana Square Astroworld, Cable Car ride in distance.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld Americana Square
Aerial view of Astroworld bridge entrance driveway, with County Fair section to the side
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld Americana Square
Aerial view of Americana Square Astroworld, Cable Car ride in distance.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld and Astrodome
Aerial view of Astroworld and the Astrodome
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld May Pole
Aerial shot of Astroworld ride May Pole.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld Oriental Village
Aerial view of Oriental Village, many trees in area.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld Ride Black Dragon
Aerial shot of Astroworld ride The Black Dragon
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld under Construction
Aerial picture of Astroworld under construction, Astroneedle in center.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Splashdown
Aerial view of Splashdown on the Log-flume.
Photograph, Alpine Sleigh Ride
Distance shot of the Alpine Sleigh ride, with mountain in background, and pine tree in foreground.
Photograph, Alpine Sleigh Ride
Alpine Sleigh ride, with central shot mountain in background, and the track running between the pine trees in foreground.
Photograph, Alpine Sleigh Ride
Alpine Sleigh ride building entrance with people lining up inside.
Photograph, Alpine Sleigh Ride
Aerial view of the track for the Alpine Sleigh ride, and the surrounding Alpine Valley.
Photograph, Alpine Sleigh Ride
Family inside a red sledge on the Alpine Sleigh Ride at Astroworld.
Photograph, Alpine Sleigh Ride
Family inside a blue sledge on the Alpine Sleigh Ride at Astroworld.
Photograph, Alpine Sleigh Ride
Families inside blue and red sledges on the Alpine Sleigh Ride at Astroworld, passing an area with many trees.
Photograph, Alpine Sleigh Ride
Families inside yellow and red sledges on the Alpine Sleigh Ride at Astroworld, passing an area with trees.
Photograph, Astrowheel
Aerial shot of Astroworld with ride Astrowheel central.
Photograph, Astrowheel
Astrowheel ride, taken from ground level, families walking about the park.
Photograph, Astrowheel
Side view of the raised half of the Astrowheel ride. All visible pods unoccupied.
Photograph, Astrowheel
Astrowheel ride, with both sides raised in the air to equal height.