Step right on to Main Street at any point in history, and be immersed in the wonder and unique flavor of life in your town, or any town in America. Penned by local experts, each Images of America book weaves the history of a community in stories and rare photos, from its beginnings to today. Every place tells a story...

Every summer, thousands of thrill seekers and families flock to amusements parks across the United States. The first amusement parks opened in the early 18thcentury, and today, theme parks are one of the most popular summer activities in the country. But even some of the most popular amusement parks of the past have closed, and been lost to history. Rediscover these forgotten parks, or explore the history of your favorite with our Amusement Parks series!