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Fernández, J. (2026, September 15). A 119-year-old amusement park has closed – but is looking for a new buyer. The Independent. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/new-jersey-clementon-park-closed-for-sale-b3050168.html
Fernández, Jasmine. “A 119-year-old amusement park has closed – but is looking for a new buyer.” The Independent, 15 Sept. 2026, https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/new-jersey-clementon-park-closed-for-sale-b3050168.html.
Fernández, Jasmine. “A 119-year-old amusement park has closed – but is looking for a new buyer.” The Independent, September 15, 2026. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/new-jersey-clementon-park-closed-for-sale-b3050168.html.
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Clementon Park and Splash World, one of New Jersey's oldest amusement parks, located in Camden County, has closed permanently after 119 years of operation. The park made its final announcement on September 9, 2026, following the conclusion of its last season on September 7. Founded in 1907 by state Assembly member Theodore B. Gibbs and his sons as a trolley park, it has survived numerous challenges including a major fire in 1931 and ownership changes over the years. Chicago-based IB Parks & Entertainment acquired the property for approximately $2.37 million at a foreclosure auction in 2021. The closure marks an end to its long-standing legacy as a beloved family attraction, with the park now up for sale and seeking a new buyer.