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"Astroworld: the Wonderful World of Fun"
Full page advertisment for Astroworld, just across from Astrodome, in Astros baseball program.
Back Cover, Astros Baseball Program
Astros baseball program congratulating Astroworld on their opening.
Press Release, Spin Out Ride
Astroworld Press Release - Spin Out ride. Modern Sports Car ride carrying passengers 1,458 feet on a doublew track.
Press Release, Le Taxi Ride
Astroworld Press Release - Le Taxi ride. Modeled after European style taxi circa 1918.
Script for Astroworld Promo 03
Script for Astroworld Promo 03 announcing the opening of Astroworld
Script for Astroworld Promo 02
Script for Astroworld Promo 02 announcing the opening of Astroworld
Script for Astroworld Promo 01
Script for Astroworld Promo 01 announcing the opening of Astroworld
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.
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.
Photograph, Astroworld Model
Overhead photograph of Astroworld model
"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, Judge Roy Hotheinz and Family
B&W Judge Roy Hotheinz and family at podium in front of Astroworld.
Photograph, Model Carriage
B&W Unidentified male next to a large model carriage in replica of Old West style town.
Photograph, Astroworld Visitors in Front of Crystal Palace
B&W Unidentified group standing on the steps in front of the Crystal Palace attraction
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, Cart of Plants
B&W photograph of cart loaded with potted plants with Astroneedle in background.
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.
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 Page, "Frightfest"
2005 Six Flags Astroworld - It's Playtime! "Frightfest" interior. Listing "Spooky Shows" entertainment schedule.
Guide Cover, "Frightfest"
2005 Six Flags Astroworld - It's Playtime! "Frightfest" Entertainment schedule front featuring Mr. Six.
Guide, Six Flags Astroworld and Waterworld
2005 Six Flags Astroworld and Waterworld Guide. Listed map of attractions, rides, entrances/exits, stores and restaurants.
Photograph, Astroworld
Aerial photograph of Astroworld with Astrodome in background.
Letter to Hendersons
Letter from Ed Henderson to his parents about the various unusual items he is trying to obtain for Astroworld.
Astrodome Logo
Astroworld Logo with white background.
Membership Cards, Astroworld and Waterworld
Front Astroworld and Waterworld "Two Worlds Club" Membership card 1991. Featuring "The Condor"
Membership Cards, Astroworld and Waterworld
Front Astroworld and Waterworld "Two Worlds Club" membership card 1992. Featuring "Adventure Rivers of Texas,"
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"
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."
Photograph, Astroworld Mascots
Unidentified female standing next to persons in cartoon bear and lion with crown costumes, both of which are holding cards.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot
Smartly dressed unidentified male with clipboard standing next to person in large cartoon dog costume.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascots
Astroworld mascots - Quiz Pig, Chiquito, Harpo performing with large colored globe in background.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Fredida Frog
Astroworld mascot - Fredida Frog performing while sitting on a large mushroom.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Marvel McFey
Astroworld mascot - Marvel McFey performing next to flower displays.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Pierre Le Rat
Astroworld mascot - Pierre Le Rat performing with large colored globe in background.
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 Samantha Skunk
Astroworld mascot - Samantha Skunk performing by a treee in front an Emporium.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Percy Penguin
Astroworld mascot - Percy Penguin performing next to a small barrel in front of Crystal Palace
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Beethoven Bear
Astroworld mascot - Beethoven Bear performing in front of Town Hall attraction.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascot Flopper Rabbit
Astroworld mascot - Flopper Rabbit performing in front of a 5-cent "Snack Cracker" stand.
Photograph, Astroworld Mascots
Astroworld mascots - Quiz Pig, Chiquito, Harpo performing next to the sign for "Fun Island"
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.
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.
Printout, Advertisment for Astroworld Model
Craigslist advertisment for Astroworld Model with history and description - $5500.
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.
Photograph, Astroworld Band
14 members of the Astroworld band performing on platform inside Astroworld.
Photograph, Astroworld Band
14 members of the Astroworld band performing at entrance, with the Astroneedle in distance.
Astroworld Map
Astroworld map - "The Classic '80s Version," Numbered list of attractions with descriptions.
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.
"Up... Down.. and Around"
Magazine article "Up... Down.. and Around" about the range of rides designed to fulfill everyone's needs.
"Come... Come... Come to the Fair"
Magazine article "Come... Come... Come to the Fair," Astroworld's lastest addition - Country Fair, Circa 1880 - 1910.
"Behind the Scenes at Astroworld"
Magazine article "Behind the scenes at Astroworld," featuring various workers designing, creating and servicing equipement.
"Astroworld's Future Fantasies"
Magazine article "Astroworld's Future Fantasies," featuring drawn representations of animal mascots, and future plans for attraction.
"Evans Wrote It Last January," Houston Chronicle
Pictures of the site for Astroworld with the Astroneedle construct already built, and owner Roy Hofheinz.
Photograph, Astroworld Model Ticketbooths
Close-up photograph of the entrance ticketbooths and Americana Square on Astroworld model.
Photograph, Black Dragon Ride on Astroworld Model
Center close up photograph of the Black Dragon ride on Astroworld model.
Pamphlet Page, List of Attractions
Astroworld pamphlet page of photographs of attractions, activities, and resturant.
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.
Photograph, Astroworld Model
B&W Overhead photograph of Astroworld model prior to park opening on June 1, 1968.
Pamphlet Interior, List of Attractions
Astroworld pamphlet listed map of attractions by theme, entrances/exits, stores and restaurants.
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.
Pamphlet Page, Astroworld Illustrations
Astroworld pamphlet interior, illustrations of attractions.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
Aerial photograph of Astroworld.
Photograph, Astroworld Concept Art
B&W photograph of concept art for Astroworld.
Photograph, Astroworld Model
B&W Photograph of the Astroworld model, with creator Ed Henderson.
Photograph, Aerial Shot of Astroworld
B&W Aerial photograph of Astroworld.
Photograph, Astroworld Model
Photograph of the model constructed based on the Astroworld, 3 young women to the side looking at the display.
"Astroworld Park Takes Shape"
Aerial picture of Astroworld under construction, with Astrodome in background.
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.
"The Wonderful World of Fun!"
Astroworld Pamphlet - The Wonderful World of Fun! illustrated fold-out map of attractions.
Pennant, Astroworld
Pink, 24 inches long
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…