Ribbon cutting to be held March 22 at Savannah Mall Food Court for a new double decker carousel.
(SAVANNAH, GA) The Savannah Mall will unveil its newest attraction, a double-decker carousel, on Friday, March 22 at 11 a.m. Local dignitaries and members of the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce are expected to be on hand for the ribbon cutting.
Located in the Savannah Mall’s Food Court, the two-level carousel is the first of its kind in Savannah and, according to owner/operator Fun Brands Carousels, the only one of its kind in Georgia. The wildlife-themed carousel stands 28 feet tall and features hand-crafted and hand-painted animals. In addition to showcasing traditional animals such as horses, the double-decker carousel is the only known carousel to have an okapi and lemur. It’s also the first carousel in the city to feature brighter and energy-efficient LED lighting.
“A ride on a carousel is timeless. It’s something that brings back memories of our youth and can build a lifetime of memories with our children,” said Lee Knowlton, president and CEO of Fun Brands Carousels. “We’re thrilled to be opening our first carousel under the Fun Brands Carousels name with our great partners at the Savannah Mall.”
During the ribbon-cutting festivities, a special animal from Oatland Island Wildlife Center of Savannah will be on hand to greet visitors in celebration of the carousel and its wildlife theme. The animal’s appearance is part of a community partnership between Oatland Island and the Savannah Mall. The year-long partnership will include community educational events and other special activities.
“The partnership with Oatland Island is a great example of the new direction that we’re taking at the Savannah Mall,” said Savannah Mall General Manager Phil McConnell. “One of our priorities is creating fun and educational opportunities for children and families. The programming we’re planning with Oatland Island will give families additional access to the many great resources they have there.”
About the Savannah Mall
The Savannah Mall, located at 14045 Abercorn Street, features anchor stores Bass Pro Shops, Dillard’s, Target, Burlington Coat Factory and A.C. Moore. The 960,000-square-foot, two-level mall, which opened in 1990, is also home to national retailers including Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Gymboree, Game Stop, Champs, Claire’s, Hibbet Sporting Goods, Finish Line, Kay Jewelers, Marks & Morgan Jewelers, Shoe Dept., Zales Jewelers, Rue 21 and Cato. The Savannah Mall also boasts a growing number of locally owned businesses, among them Savannah Piano, LiveOak Orchids, Signature Furniture, Rene’s Boutique and Fitness Emporium. Virginia College, located on the lower level of the Savannah Mall, offers a variety of classes in areas such as cosmetology, medical billing, culinary arts, business, healthcare and more.
The Savannah Mall’s Food Court features a diverse selection of eateries, including Chick-fil-a, Savannah Gyro, Sbarro Italian Eatery, China Max, Sakkio Japan, Cajun Café and Subway. Other dining options at the mall include Ruby Tuesdays and Texas Roadhouse, along with Savannah Candy Co. and Cold Stone Creamery. The Savannah Mall has a number of options for children, among them a soft play area and Coach Wayne Gymnastics, which offers tumbling and gymnastics classes and an open gym.
For more information about the Savannah Mall, please visit www.savannahmall.com or call 912-927-7467. For leasing information, please contact Becky Orsi-Faircloth, marketing/specialty leasing manager at 912-927-9663
or orsib@urbanretail.com .
About Fun Brands Carousels
Fun Brands Carousels, the largest double-decker carousel operator in the United States, creates memories for more than 400,000 riders every year. Each one of the company’s unique, hand-painted characters is a custom-built masterpiece. Fun Brands works exclusively with Chance Rides, Inc., the world’s largest amusement ride manufacturer of quality and durable carousels. Together, the companies designed the new double-decker carousel. Fun Brands Carousels is owned by Tempe, Arizona-based Fun Brands, LLC, which also owns the Pump It Up and BounceU brands. For more information, visit www.FunBrandsCarousels.com.