Roadside America : The Attraction - Worlds Greatest Indoor Miniature Village / HUGE Railroad Display
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- Опубліковано 11 жов 2024
- A visit to Shartlesville Pennsylvania to Roadside America the Attraction . An amazing miniature town and railroad . Absolutely incredible and well worth stopping by .
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TheDailyWoo thank you for all the research I know you must do to find these out of the way places !! I enjoyed this a lot !😁
Gone but thanks to you and others, Roadside America won't be forgotten.
Loved it, my grandparents took me there, then l took my kid ,and now have taken my grandchildren there a few times will be greatly missed.
Omg...omg...omg!!!! I haven't been here since i was 12! And it really hasn't changed that much in all those years. My dad loved this place. ❤❤❤❤
One of my happiest childhood memories is visiting a model village at a seaside resort here in England. I was mesmerized and totally in awe of the buildings and live action attractions - a horse race, a zoo and a swimming pool with moving figures. The main event was a wedding with a procession out of the church with bells ringing and a crowd of model people cheering. Magical. At twilight all the lights came on and the mini pubs opened. When I think of it now (65 years later) I still get chills of delight.
Ever been to the Choo Choo Barn in Strasburg. Were you upset when Roaside America closed?
I loved visiting there!
I’ve visited this 35 or so years ago. I still remember how incredible it was! Thanks for making this vid.
Those models are freaking AMAZING!!!! And the music, so epic!!!!!!!!
Super Enthused Incredible stuff for sure.
I agree wholeheartedly Jackie ;)
I can’t even imagine how much work and how many hours went into making all of that. Amazing! Thank you, Adam for showing us this!
OMG THIS IS THE BEST EVER!!!!!!! I love model trains and real ones, this whole towns amazing!!! Thank you Adam awesome!!!!
Just recently it was auctioned off in pieces.
If you love trains visit the "Miniatur Wunderland" in Hamburg, Germany
@@MrStanley85 thank you
Thanks for the memories~ This was great seeing this again...was there in 1963 with my folks....thanks again.
Last year me and the family took my dad there for father's day, it was a pretty cool experience.
I still drive by the old abandon Roadside America. Next to it is the Blue Mountain Restaurant. Many people there can tell you stories about Roadside America. Wish I would have attended the auction when everything was sold to the highest bidder.
I would have liked one of the railroad stations.
It is wonderful that a creation from so long ago is still bringing pleasure to others.
That village was phenomenal, in every way. Not only that but every button you pushed actually worked. How rare is that!!!! Always love when you talk to animals and inanimate objects, Adam.😁😄
Not sure many know but last year they raised funds to replace their roof. Sadly, the owners kids don't want to take over the business and it's been for sale the past few months. Several newspaper articles can be found online about this place. Been going there since I was younger and there have been talks of selling it, moving the display to another location or it being gone entirely as the location is prime realty. Thanks for the video Adam!
Wow that place looks amazing! Lot of details in that!
I used to go here all the time with my dad when I was little, I miss it so much 🖤
Thank You Woo I almost forgot about this place I pass by on 78 often But now I have a renewed interest and must bring the grand kids!
I used to build toy train displays. As a treat sometime my family would take me there. The memories.
Thanks Adam.
I've been there and aren't the trains wonderful. I saw them as a youngster and as an adult and each time I went I spotted something different. Thank you for showing it.
Thank you for sharing Roadside America. It’s just the way I remembered it many, many moons ago.
I just went there in April! Its unbelievable! Like too much to take in .
The guy who runs it worked the front controls and entrance. He was super nice had a nice conversation with him.
I hope whom ever comes to own this keeps it going. Its fantastic
Really cool old display, I love the details and the real water. Thanks Adam!
A great Miniature Village, I think it's beautiful.
I love that place. It’s been a part of my childhood for many years.
I used to live about a half mile or so from here. My family and I must have been here hundreds of times. I really miss Roadside America. Great memories of a truly American attraction.
Roadside America is just another tourist attraction/tradition that has fallen victim to these awkward times we live in today. I used to love going there to see all the miniature buildings, trains, animated displays... all created to entertain the wondrous curiosity of children and adults alike! Lawrence Gerringer designed and built the entire indoor fantasy world with the help of family and close friends, and there will never be another quite like it... I sure will miss the intricate beauty and unique sights of this wonderful place! Thank You, Mr. Gerringer, for all the years of true enchantment and your talented craftsmanship! You were one of Pennsylvania's greatest!!!!
We went there as a kid. The visual sticks with you. Looks like it hasn't changed a bit.
Roadside America closed after Adam’s visit. All of the buildings and trains were broken up and sold off. This video is a great way to revisit and remember a great memory.
Good job ADAM you do a great thing for all of us to see. Be safe and safe.
Thank you Adam for your videos . I watch them at night as they help me feel grounded for some reason. I love how you dont act fake . I've missed a couple videos due to my sons extensive therapy appointments
Prayers for your son.
What a place great way to spend a rainy day.
You are keeping these treasures alive.
Oh man. Childhood memories. I visited this place as a kid!
I visited this attraction several times as a child, I'm 60 now. Took my kids there about 20 years ago when they were younger.
I've been watching your channel for years, and the one time you're literally minutes from my house, I'm 750 miles away in Georgia, LOL !!
I love Roadside America. I take my daughter there a couple times a year to support a neat local landmark. These roadside attractions are fading fast, so you must visit them to try to save them for future generations. Thanks for visiting Roadside America, Adam !
I'm glad it was filmed for all to see.
I grew up not for from there in Allentown. Right on 78(22) is Cabela's, Hawk Mountain, Crystal cave-Kutztown. Nice to see Adam back in form with great narration of cool places!!!!!
That place looks amazing! You taking me to places I've never would have thought of. Thanks for sharing!!
Thank you so much for bringing us here! I visited back in 1990 with my grandparents on an epic road trip from Florida to New York and this was one of our stops. I cant believe it looks just like it did way back then. I will always remember this place and look forward to making it back up there sometime again.
Being a pennsylvania born fellow myself, i been to Roadside America a handful of times. The display is incredible . My favorite part...the gift shop! lol. (i'm a model railroad builder myself and have found many a great deal there over the years).
Thank you Adam. I would love to see that in person someday 👏🏼👏🏼
Good to know that no animals were harmed in the filming of this episode, Rock on
I was late getting here, but for some reason I'm so thrilled that I'm Like #555! Hollywood's favorite number.! Wow, this place is incredible man. The detail on that thing is flawless. My favorite part that you shared was the old west portion. Very cool
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Another hit Adam! Thank you! 👍✌❤😀🚂🚎🚛🏠⛪🚜
My parents took me there when I was a kid for my birthday!! Cool to see it now about 10+ years later!!
Sadly it closed permanently. The owners announced it this morning, thanking everyone for visiting over the years.
Maybe Disney will pick it up .
Hopefully they sell/preserve it somehow. Would be sad to see this artwork be destroyed
I accidentally disliked ur comment when I tried to like it sorry
that is really wonderful
I live here in PA now. But I used to go there when I was a kid. I loved it
You are the Man! Totally enjoy you and glad to see you decided NOT to maintain your hiatus......
Thankyou Mr. Laurence T. Gieringer.🚂
Roadside America is gone but not forgotten. Don’t you agree?
Yep. The man has been gone 60 years but his children and grandchildren kept it going. Much respect to them.@@huntercoleman460
I have been revisiting your old videos again, came across this gem. Good thing you got there when you did, because Road Side America was down closed last time we drove by.
Thanks for taking me back to my childhood memory from the mid 60s as a kid. Love Roadside America then and now. This place got me hooked on roadside attractions as a kid. Still have my old booklet and brochure from the mid 60s I picked up back then. Love how they run their trains really fast there. Wish you had shown a close up of their circus. As you know, I am a circus and Knotts Berry Farm buff.
Amazing !
Roadside America is an amazing place went here when I was a kid when I used to live in Allentown Pennsylvania
Love miniatures and trains! Walt would be proud.
How neat. Thanks for showing us this. 👍
I've been here a few times as a little kid; thanks so much for sharing!
Thanks so much for bring back a childhood memory. I didn't know this still existed. I will have to go back and see it again.
I remember going there as a kid. Thanks for the memories!
What an amazing place long may it remain
Adam you are the coolest! I really enjoy your videos and so glad you are back after a much needed/deserved break!
This place is sweet, anyone who has the opportunity to go should, especially if you love model trains
Absolutely fascinating display. Like your narration. Good job!
You are in my area of Pennsylvania now. I used to visit Roadside America with my parents when I was a child. Thank you for bringing back some wonderful memories. I hope you had a chance to go to a family style dinner nearby. Amazing food!!
Roadside America is an awesome destination. I have not been there in a few years and need to go back for a visit.
I've been enjoying the daily videos. Thank you
I have lived in Pennsylvania my whole life and never heard of this place. So excellent!
This is the most AWESOME thing I have ever seen. Why have I never heard of this before? So EPIC!!!
I love trains, and that place had it all. Thank you Adam.
I cannot think how Walt would have loved this. Thanks Adam!
Wow!!!! That place is utterly amazing. I could honestly spend all day in there. I used to love the miniature trains at the Los Angeles County Fair.
Marvelous thank you love miniature trains and scenic displays
So know you did a great job honoring our beloved Mr. Rogers- much more to do in the Burgh! Pttsbughers are very friendly people who will love you.
I have been to roadside America before. It is very sad they close. They had awesome detail. RIP Roadside America 🇺🇸
Have been there many times and it still amazes me!
What i liked was the fact of water all thru the layout pretty cool
I remember coming here when I was like 4 maybe 5. May it Rest In Peace.
Wait,,,, WHATTTTT??!?!?!? Adam... The WOOO??? YESS, Yes!! HELL YESSSS! DAMN, Where have you been my Brother?? So very wonderful to hear your voice and see your work. Thank you, Thank You. You are GREAT my friend.
I live 45 mins from roadside America. Crazy that you were so close when u went.
Adam I have to say you really took me back to my childho
od with this one. My grandfather brought me here a lot . thanks for the memories
Went as a kid and then with my kids. Amazing place
Thanks for showing this, Adam! So cool!
I am a big model railroad fan and this layout was awesome Thanks for sharing Adam.
Thanks for having lunch at my desk at work with me yet again, Adam. SO glad the DAILY vlogs are back again!! :-)
Awesome Thanks for all these awesome videos lately
This place is fantastic so much detail I would love to go and see this 😊😃
In the early 1950s, my first grade end-of-year field trip was to "Roadside America" and, then, Dorney Park. I was enthralled with the story behind the display as well as the depiction of one of the last Indian raids in the area and the chapel on the grounds. Heady stuff for a then-first grader.
Oh wow a favorite of ours since we were kids! Took our kids and they loved it
Wow!! Thank you for sharing!!! Really amazing!!
I was so happy to see that you went here. I saw this on CBS Sunday Morning show just a few weeks ago. It's been in the family for years but the family is selling it now. Thanks for sharing before they sell. You never know if the next person might be doing with it.............
So glad it survives! I was there in 1961.
Awesome video that is about 30mins from my house ive been there so many times and it never gets old
What a neat place to go on a gloomy rainy day! Thanks
Thanks Adam, safe travels.
Cool vlog " Roadside America" is an amazing place. Laurence T. Gieringer created something really special. I hope to put this on my "bucket list"
Great place been there a few times! Great video of Roadside America
That's great Adam. They have had some lean years, and I am sure they appreciate the publicity.
what a fantastic display there Adm.thank you
I loved this place since I was a kid. Now I'm just an old kid but still enjoy visiting. I remember a player piano in the building. I wonder if it's still there. Thanks Adam!
it's astounding how much Pennsylvania in the rain looks just like England !