1979 Amusement Business Magazine Lot – Feb 10, Jun 9, 23, Nov 3
Weekly Newspaper for the Mass Entertainment Industry
Step into the midway of 1979 entertainment history with this four‑issue Amusement Business set featuring February 10, June 9, June 23, and November 3, 1979. These editions capture a wide‑ranging look at America’s fairs, theme parks, festivals, and touring entertainment — perfect for amusement park collectors, carnival historians, and vintage ephemera enthusiasts.
Across these issues you’ll find standout coverage of major fairs and attractions including the Nebraska State Fair, Kentucky State Fair, New York State Fair, Texas State Fair, Libertyland, Chicagofest, St. Louis Riverfest, and more. These articles offer a vivid snapshot of how America’s biggest fairs and festivals shaped the entertainment landscape of the late ’70s.
Music and celebrity reporting highlights some of the era’s most recognizable names, including the Bee Gees, Dick Clark, and Shaun Cassidy, showcasing the strong crossover between amusement venues and the booming pop‑culture scene of 1979.
Condition notes: the February 10 issue has a torn‑off top corner on the cover page, consistent with age and handling. Other issues show typical vintage newsprint wear such as yellowing, small edge tears, and light creasing from long‑term storage. All pages remain intact and readable, and original mailing labels provide authentic collector provenance.
This four‑issue set offers a lively, historically rich look at America’s fairs, festivals, and entertainment venues during a period of growth and cultural excitement — an excellent addition for anyone preserving the history of the amusement and attractions industry.