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"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.
"Up... Down.. and Around"
Magazine article "Up... Down.. and Around" about the range of rides designed to fulfill everyone's needs.
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.
Astroworld Map
Astroworld map - "The Classic '80s Version," Numbered list of attractions with descriptions.
Photograph, Astroworld Band
14 members of the Astroworld band performing at entrance, with the Astroneedle in distance.
Photograph, Astroworld Band
14 members of the Astroworld band performing on platform inside Astroworld.
Photograph, Astroworld Minibus
Astroworld double-decker minibus. Roy Hofheinz sitting in the front next to the driver. Various people waving to the camera from both decks.
Printout, Advertisment for Astroworld Model
Craigslist advertisment for Astroworld Model with history and description - $5500.
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.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascots
Astroworld mascots - Quiz Pig, Chiquito, Harpo performing next to the sign for "Fun Island"
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Flopper Rabbit
Astroworld mascot - Flopper Rabbit performing in front of a 5-cent "Snack Cracker" stand.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Beethoven Bear
Astroworld mascot - Beethoven Bear performing in front of Town Hall attraction.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Percy Penguin
Astroworld mascot - Percy Penguin performing next to a small barrel in front of Crystal Palace
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Samantha Skunk
Astroworld mascot - Samantha Skunk performing by a treee in front an Emporium.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Sheriff Winston Wolf
Astroworld mascot - Sheriff Winston Wolf leaning on a pillar in front of the Astroworld Courthouse, next to a popcorn stand.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Pierre Le Rat
Astroworld mascot - Pierre Le Rat performing with large colored globe in background.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Marvel McFey
Astroworld mascot - Marvel McFey performing next to flower displays.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Fredida Frog
Astroworld mascot - Fredida Frog performing while sitting on a large mushroom.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascots
Astroworld mascots - Quiz Pig, Chiquito, Harpo performing with large colored globe in background.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot
Smartly dressed unidentified male with clipboard standing next to person in large cartoon dog costume.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascots
Unidentified female standing next to persons in cartoon bear and lion with crown costumes, both of which are holding cards.
VIP Pass, Six Flags Astroworld Houston V.I.P. Card
Front Six Flags - Astroworld Houston V.I.P. Card 1995. "New in '95 'Mayan Mind Bender' - Texas' only indoor coaster."
VIP Pass (front), Astroworld Houston V.I.P. Card
Front Six Flags - Astroworld Houston V.I.P. Card 1994. New in '94 "Police Academy - The Stunt Show"
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"
Astrodome Logo
Astroworld Logo with white background.
Letter to Hendersons
Letter from Ed Henderson to his parents about the various unusual items he is trying to obtain for Astroworld.
Photograph, Astroworld
Aerial photograph of Astroworld with Astrodome in background.
Guide, Six Flags Astroworld and Waterworld
2005 Six Flags Astroworld and Waterworld Guide. Listed map of attractions, rides, entrances/exits, stores and restaurants.
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.
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, Cart of Plants
B&W photograph of cart loaded with potted plants with Astroneedle in background.
Photograph, Astroworld Scene
Unidentified male sitting in barber chair getting haircut, next to a quartet of male singers dressed in police uniform and a unidentified female.
Photograph, Astroworld Visitors in Front of Crystal Palace
B&W Unidentified group standing on the steps in front of the Crystal Palace attraction
Photograph, Model Carriage
B&W Unidentified male next to a large model carriage in replica of Old West style town.
Photograph, Judge Roy Hotheinz and Family
B&W Judge Roy Hotheinz and family at podium in front of Astroworld.
"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.
Photograph, Astroworld Model
Overhead photograph of Astroworld model
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.
Press Release about Astrodome, Astroworld, Astrohall, and Astroworld Motor Hotel Complex
Astroworld Press Release Page 01 September 1969 - information on "Houston's Astrodomain" which includes Astrodome, Astroworld, Astrohall, and Astroworld Motor Hotel Complex.
Script for Astroworld Promo 01
Script for Astroworld Promo 01 announcing the opening of Astroworld
Script for Astroworld Promo 02
Script for Astroworld Promo 02 announcing the opening of Astroworld
Script for Astroworld Promo 03
Script for Astroworld Promo 03 announcing the opening of Astroworld
Press Release, Le Taxi Ride
Astroworld Press Release - Le Taxi ride. Modeled after European style taxi circa 1918.
Press Release, Spin Out Ride
Astroworld Press Release - Spin Out ride. Modern Sports Car ride carrying passengers 1,458 feet on a doublew track.
Back Cover, Astros Baseball Program
Astros baseball program congratulating Astroworld on their opening.
"Astroworld: the Wonderful World of Fun"
Full page advertisment for Astroworld, just across from Astrodome, in Astros baseball program.
'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.
"For Astroworld, the Ride is Over," Houston Chronicle
Houston Chronicle article announcing closing of Astroworld due to low attendence and rising land price.
Photograph, Astroworld Scene
B&W unidentified group wearing all-white western wear, standing on the steps in front of the Crystal Palace attraction
"1974 Astroworld Park Map"
Guide to attractions, rides, entrances/exits, stores and restaurants
Photograph, Astroworld Designer
Randall Duell - Astroworld designer, seated and holding an illustration.
Photograph, Astroworld Scene
Harper Joff (center) with unidentified male and female next to an odd musical contraption.
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.
Photograph, Astroworld Model
Close-up photograph of the Model Astroworld entrance and Americana Square.
Photograph, Astroworld Model
Close-up photograph of the Astroworld model, featuring rides and car track.
Photograph, Astroworld Model Spin-out Car Ride, Astrowheel, Astros Go-Go, and Arcade
Close-up B&W photograph of the Astroworld model Spin-out Car Ride, Astrowheel, Astros Go-Go, and Arcade.
Photograph, Astroworld Model of Lost World Ride, Scrambler, Skyway, and Fiesta Plaza
Close-up B&W photograph of the Astroworld model Lost World Ride, Scrambler, Skyway and Fiesta Plaza.
Photograph, Family on the Alpine Sleigh
Sleighing at Astroworld - family on the Alpine Sleigh, one of the most popular rides.
Cover, Houston Chronicle Texas Magazine
Houston Chronicle Texas Magazine May 26, 1968 - Judge Roy Hofheinz surrounded by his family at Astroworld.
Photograph, Hofheinz Family
Judge Roy Hofheinz at podium with his family seated behind, at the entrance to Astroworld.
Photograph, Double-decker Bus and Passengers
Astroworld double-decker bus filled with beauty contestants
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld under Construction
Aerial picture of Astroworld under construction, Astroneedle in center.
Photograph, Le Taxi Ride
Red and Green cars on the track from the Le Taxi ride, Sleigh ride Mountain in the background.
Photograph, Professor Nimblefingers Traveling Puppet Show
Group of families standing and watching Professor Nimblefingers Traveling Puppet Show
Photograph, Professor Nimblefingers Traveling Puppet Show
Three children watching Professor Nimblefingers Traveling Puppet Show up close.
Photograph, Giant Cowboy Boot Slide
Attendees at Astroworld crossing a small wooden bridge with giant Cowboy Boot Slide in the background.
Photograph, Giant Cowboy Boot Slide
Giant Cowboy Boot Slide, with spiral staircase at back leading to top of the slide.
Photograph, Nickelodeon Attraction
Front of the Nickelodeon Attraction, advertising Laurel and Hardy in "Two Tars"
Photographs, Dance Troupe at the Crystal Palace
Male and female song and dance troupe on the stage at The Crystal Palace, all wearing white and yellow, except the female performer in the center, who is wearing a pink fringe dress.
Photograph, Log Flume Ride
Family on the Log Flume Ride at Astroworld
Photograph, Log Flume Ride
Family just having come down the water slide on the Log Flume Ride at Astroworld.
Photograph, Wooden Riverboat
Wooden riverboat with a bamboo style roof, full of passengers
Photograph, Clown Show
Clown show under tented stage: well-dressed man holding a plastic fish talking into microphone, while sad-looking clown sits on yellow box.
Photograph, Clown Show
Clown show under tented stage surrounded by families.
Photograph, Clown
Close up clown in bright green wig, wearing a yellow and green costume.
Photograph, Performers Dressed as Firefighter
Group of unidentified men dressed as firefighters. Little person "firefighter" leaning on his axe.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Americana Square
Americana Square Astroworld from the air.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
Americana Square Astroworld from the air. Large group of people in the center.
Photograph, Astroworld Mod Ville
Astroworld Mod Ville arrowheel ride the air.
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 May Pole
Aerial shot of Astroworld ride May Pole.