Since its opening on Memorial Day in 1920, the Wonder Wheel has become a symbol of New York City's resilience:
: It has maintained a perfect safety record for over 100 years. Wonder Wheel
: During the massive NYC blackout, when the ride came to a sudden halt, the owners spent hours hand-cranking the massive wheel to bring every single passenger down safely to the ground. Since its opening on Memorial Day in 1920,
: It is known as an "eccentric" Ferris wheel because 16 of its 24 cars slide on inner serpentine tracks, creating a "swinging" sensation as they drop toward the center. Wonder Wheel