"The world-famous Wonder Wheel, the centerpiece of the park, was built in 1920. Standing 15 stories tall and weighing 200 tons, its owners say it has given more than 35 million rides in its lifetime while maintaining a perfect safety record. The Wonder Wheel was designated a New York City landmark in 1989. The Vourderis family purchased it in 1983 after years of operating food stands along the boardwalk."
""Our father and mom was smart enough to buy the property many years ago when people were running out of Coney Island and businesses didn't want to be here anymore," Dennis Vourderis said. The family has weathered challenges over the years, including Superstorm Sandy and the COVID-19 pandemic. "Being closed for an entire season wiped us out," Dennis Vourderis said. "And with the help of the city and the administration at the time, we were able to extend our lease on the property that we rent.""
Deno's Wonder Wheel Park in Coney Island has been added to the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry, which honors businesses that have operated in New York for more than 50 years. The Wonder Wheel was built in 1920, stands 15 stories tall, weighs 200 tons, has provided over 35 million rides, and maintains a perfect safety record. The wheel became a New York City landmark in 1989. The Vourderis family purchased the attraction in 1983 after operating boardwalk food stands and continues to run the park. The family endured Superstorm Sandy and a season-long COVID-19 closure and secured lease support from the city. State Sen. Jessica Scarcella-Spanton nominated the park for registry recognition.
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