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The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel

Carousel

The Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel was installed at Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park in April 2026. The carousel is a 36-foot Victorian style carousel with oak floors.

The carousel incorporates several historic horses and a chariot from the original Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel. The original carousel was constructed in 1915 and operated as the Herschell-Spillman Carousel on the National Mall from 1967 until 1981 and then delighted park vistiors at Wheaton Regional Park from 1983 to 2024.

Come, take a spin and find your favorite horse amongst these amazing hand carved masterpieces!

**Special Note: The Carousel cannot operate during Thunderstorms**

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