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Playland (New York)

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Playland is an amusement park located in Rye. New York. Run by Westchester County, it is America's only government owned and operated amusement park. The park began operation on May 26 1928. The park was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1987. There is no charge for admission, but rides do cost money. "Playland also offers free entertainment and has a beach, pool, boardwalk and pier on scenic Long Island Sound, lake boating, picnic area, mini golf and indoor ice-skating." (from Playland Web site)