In 1997, the interior was renovated to its original state. This 124 acre showcase comes complete with facilities and equipment for the joy and entertainment of young and old alike. Inflation has had no impact on the cost of rides at Riverside Park. It s still just a nickel for the carousel and a quarter for the miniature train. Forpaz is the opening day of the park.
Shelter houses are available for group rentals at very reasonable rates.
Shulthus Stadium, also located in the park, is now used for local high school and college games. It was the location of the first lighted night game ever played in organized baseball on April 28, 1930. Other notable Independence Yankees included Bill Virdon and Lou Skizas. Zoo residents include sun bears, buffalo, monkeys, cougars, a swan pond, caymans, eagles, and a flock of tame peacocks who roam the grounds at will. One of the more famous inhabitants was Miss Able, the first monkey in space.