Beverly Park | Beverly Center

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Once upon a time, on the corner of Beverly and La Cienega boulevards, there was a magical place called Beverly Park, or better known by all who loved it, as “Kiddieland”. There were twelve child-sized rides including a roller coaster, a haunted castle, Carousel, boat rides, Dodgem bumper cars and a Ferris Wheel. The park was decorated with special hand-painted murals, flower and secret tunnels. There were food stands selling popcorn, hot dogs, cotton candy and peanuts, in striped paper bags, recognizable to anyone wo had been there.

Known as a popular place for movie stars who brought their families, hoping to get some quality time with their children. Also, a favorite for local children’s birthday parties. With Ponyland the horse-riding track for kids next door, it was a favorite place for all.

One of the regular visitors was Walt Disney himself. He would bring his children there, ask them what they loved about the attractions, then spoke with owner David Bradley about the Amusement Park industry and its development.  It was Bradley who came up with the concept of the famous “Main Street” and convinced Disney to build it. Beverly Park’s popularity is still widely remembered by many.