Salem Willows Arcade in Summer Canvas Print

Salem Willows Arcade and amusement park. From Memorial Day to Labor day and since the 1880s, people have been flocking to "The Willows" for fun and relaxation. The Park was first the location of a hospital for smallpox and the willow trees that the park gets it's name from were planted for the enjoyment of the patients. by 1880 the location had been turned into a park and soon the amusements came. Food sellers and a hand carved carousel. Each summer kids from 5 to 90+ flock to the park for the first taste of Hobbs popcorn or fried dough. This is the first place that I enjoyed Fried dough and it is a popular stop for me and my wife.

Jeff Folger is a New England outdoor photographer specializing in the scenic landscapes of New England. In the autumn when the fall foliage of New England begins turn crimson, orange and yellow, You will find Jeff blogging about the fall colors. Even more importantly, he tells everyone where to go in search of the fall colors. You can find him as Jeff Foliage at www.jeff-foliage.com You can find Jeff out on the back roads of Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island or Connecticut photographing the quintessential New England scenic landscapes that have been captivating visitors to New England since the first tours took place back in the 1950s. Jeff sets out to produce images that express his artistic vision and...