important news update
Rocky Springs Carousel Association Signs Memorandum of Agreement with Choo Choo Barn Foundation
Lancaster, PA – June 16, 2026 - The Rocky Springs Carousel Association (RSCA) is proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement with Gary Russell and the Choo Choo Barn Foundation (CCBF), marking a significant milestone in the ongoing preservation and future restoration efforts of the historic Rocky Springs Dentzel Carousel. The Memorandum of Agreement provides a path forward to fulfilling the Association’s mission of finding a partner and location to restore and operate the historic carousel here in Lancaster County.
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Gary Russell, CCBF, and Tracy Artus, RSCA, after signing the Memorandum of Agreement.
Now You Can Adopt A Carousel Animal for 2026!
Pick one of our 48 animals to 'adopt' for the 2026 calendar year! We have adoption levels suited to your budget. You can adopt your animal by submitting your donation below.
For more details, or to adopt your animal, contact Tracy Artus at email@rockyspringscarousel.org.
The National Carousel Association
The RSCA benefits from the advice and support of the The National Carousel Association. The NCA has promoted an appreciation of the art of America’s wooden historic carousels, and worked to preserve operating carousels in our communities since 1973. They publish a magazine, hold an annual convention, maintain a national carousel census, and offer many resources and support to their members.
