The City of Montgomery will test a new Ferris wheel on the riverfront as part of a revitalization effort.
An announcement from the city stated that the wheel will be installed during Montgomery’s HBCU Classic Weekend. Rides will be free to the public.
“Many people — both locals and tourists — have told us how great it would be to have an attraction like a Ferris wheel downtown,” said Mayor Steven Reed. “This pilot is our way of showing that we’re listening. We want to see how people respond, and if the interest matches the excitement we’ve been hearing, we’ll take that next step together.”
Talks about a Ferris wheel have been ongoing for some time, said the announcement.
“I was actually researching Ferris wheels and merry-go-rounds myself,” Economic and Community Development Director Frank Robinson said. “These are the kinds of attractions people connect with. They ride the wheel, they grab a bite to eat — and this makes downtown more active and more inviting.”
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