Rock Spring Park
Named for natural springs reputedly used by George Washington. Donated in 1857 for picnics and prize fights. Developed in 1897 as amusement park served by streetcar and boat attracting 15-20 thousand daily. Included dance pavilions, shooting gallerys, bowling, theatre and music hall, boating and bathing, and Scenic Railway. Automobile and changing social customs led to disuse and sale by 1970s.
Marker is at the intersection of Carolina Avenue (West Virginia Route 2) and Lincoln Highway (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling north on Carolina Avenue.
Courtesy hmdb.org
