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Myrtle Beach Pavilion's Farewell Season

To some, the closing of the Myrtle beach Pavilion is no big deal. To the rest of us who grew up with yearly trips to Myrtle Beach, the Pavilion's closing was a sad occasion. There won't be any of those memories available for our kids, the way they were available for us. The powers that be decided it would be a grand idea to demolish the amusement park, the arcade, and the building that housed The Attic, as well as the boardwalks directly across the street. They obviously didn't think these historical landmarks were worth preserving. Instead, they plan on making a few dollars and erecting yet ANOTHER shopping center/condominium complex on the property. You know, because Myrtle Beach doesn't have enough crappy shopping complexes. The Pavilion's final season ended in September 2006. My husband and I drove down and I was able to shoot the park one last time.
Hand Carved Carousel Horse Newer wooden coaster The German Pipe Organ Teacups
The carousel Haunted Mansion Log Flume Witch's Wheel
Farewell Gone Coin Ride Already forgotten
German Pipe Organ German Pipe Organ Detail German Pipe Organ Detail Kiddy Coaster
Witch's Wheel Caterpillar The Swings Bumper Cars
Bumper Cars detail Pirate Ship Wipeout Wipeout
Frog Hopper The Attic/old Pavilion buiding Rainbow Last Flag

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Guest 08-Aug-2010 22:44
Bonehead move of the century!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Worth Canoy 08-Oct-2009 03:13
My wife and I are taking a short vacation to Myrtle Beach this week, October 5-9, 2009.
We hadn't been down here in several years, and driving by the empty lot that used to be the Pavillion was incredibly sad. We talked to s shop owner at Barefoot who told us the property was owned by Burroughs and Chapin, who planned on more hi-rises. She told us that after the recent economy crash, the put the brakes on their plans. She said (and we agree) that she hopes there is never a new building there. Guess the greedy bums probably wish they had left well enough alone, huh?
Worth Canoy 08-Oct-2009 03:13
My wife and I are taking a short vacation to Myrtle Beach this week, October 5-9, 2009.
We hadn't been down here in several years, and driving by the empty lot that used to be the Pavillion was incredibly sad. We talked to s shop owner at Barefoot who told us the property was owned by Burroughs and Chapin, who planned on more hi-rises. She told us that after the recent economy crash, the put the brakes on their plans. She said (and we agree) that she hopes there is never a new building there. Guess the greedy bums probably wish they had left well enough alone, huh?
CC Swayngim 22-Sep-2009 17:11
My family and I were just in Myrtle Beach for September vacation and we made the sad stroll around the empty lot that used to be such a wonderful icon. For so many of us, the Pavilion was a staple of Myrtle Beach, and a highlight of countless childhood vacations. It grieves and angers me that Burroughs and Chapin had it shut down in the name of profit...they should be ashamed of this. Those of us who knew and loved the Pavilion will trasure her memory always.
Brian Perkins 06-Aug-2009 04:12
I cannot believe this... I went to myrtle Beach over and over for 20 years straight, until i became 22. The last time I went was in 2004, and had no idea that they were going to do this. I am now Bringing my family to Myrtle beach in a week and had no idea that there wasnt a Pavillion,, Prolly the reason I couldnt find a web site... I am so dissapointed and very sad over all of this.....
Dallas Galbreath 17-Jul-2009 00:56
I was so upset when I heard they were closing. I have been in Ohio for the past 5 years so I couldn't make a trip down to see it one last time. I almost cried when I saw your picture of the caterpillar ride. That was my favorite ride that I did every year we went to the beach as a kid. Are you selling any prints?
Robert Shepard 25-Aug-2008 00:16
My dads from SC so we made the trip every year since i was born,well until i was 40.We made it down this aug 2008 after not being there for seven years.We stay in garden city ,we made the drive to MB on a rainy day an it was the most depressing site ive ever seen alot of history gone,kinda no it did piss us off.One more thing if Mr king is who i think he is its nice to see you getting around im a fan.
Ashley Hockenberry 28-Mar-2008 17:17
Great shots !!
Guest 11-Jan-2008 20:29
This set of photos almost brought a tear to my eye!... You really captured "THE PAVILLION"... thanks.
Robin 23-Jul-2007 19:55
Great shots! You nailed the ticky tacky quality that was old Myrtle Beach. Well, just about any old theme park really. Completely Awesome!
Guest 23-Jul-2007 18:47
Whats up Jess. I really like your work. I'm gonna retain your services for a little music project I got going. I'm interested in B&W. I was in Myrtle Beach like a month ago and it was the first time in like 6 years so, I hadn't seen what they did to that whole strip. kinda pissed me off but, whatever. Later, E. King
sdm 23-Jul-2007 14:06
For all the flashy noisy tackiness that is Myrtle Beach, this was the one bit worth remembering. Great shots here capture those memories for lots of people.
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