AIMS www.aimsintl.org
"AIMS," otherwise known as the Amusement Industry Manufacturers & Suppliers,
International, is a nonprofit organization that represents Amusement
Industry Manufacturers and Suppliers world wide. AIMS International
does not manufacture or supply products from its office in Port
St. Lucie. If you would like product information or materials from
one of our members, please contact the member directly.
FUN
EXPO www.funexpo.com
Fun Expo is the only event devoted to the family and location-based
entertainment industry and the trends that drive it. It's a focused
and efficient event bringing buyers and sellers together in an
atmosphere that allows industry professionals to conduct business.
The definitive event for anyone making a living in this industry.
EUROAMUSEMENTSHOW www.euroas.com
EuroAmusementShow is the leading trade show for European amusement
park owners and operators. The Euro show rotates its show site
among different European countries each January. It is a must
do for all European parks.
IAAPA www.iaapa.org
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions
exists to foster the highest degree of professionalism within the
amusement industry; to promote the market for its goods and services;
to gather and disseminate information on the industry; and to represent
the interests of the industry before government-all to the end
that our member companies grow and profit.
IALEI www.ialei.com
International Association for the Leisure and Entertainment Industry
is an association of Family Entertainment Centers.
NEAAPA www.neaapa.com
The New England Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions
is an organization servicing the attraction and tourism industry
for the purpose of improving the quality of your entertainment
experience in the greater New England, USA region.
NJAA www.njamusements.com
NJAA is a pro-active organization, identifying concerns, while
working for the safety, health and overall economic betterment
of the amusement industry.
OABA http://www.oaba.org
Outdoor Amusement Business Association is dedicated to encourage
the growth and preservation of the outdoor amusement industry through
leadership, legislation, education and membership services.
PAPA www.paamusementparks.com
The Pennsylvania Amusement Parks Association was formed in the
early 1930s by a group of amusement park owners and managers. Its
purpose was and is to promote the amusement park industry by gathering
and disseminating information, secure the interchange of knowledge
among members relating to better management and methods of doing
business, upholding a good public image, and by united action exert
influence upon legislation to promote the best interest of our
industry
WWA www.waterparks.org
The World Waterpark Association is an international not-for-profit
partnership of private/public water-leisure facility owners, managers,
suppliers and developers whose purpose is to further safety and
profitability. Started in 1982, the Association has about 1,000
members consisting of a mix of park and supplier members. Park
Members are those who own, operate or manage water-leisure facilities,
in addition to prospective park developers who plan to build and/or
operate a waterpark in the future. Supplier Members are members
who supply products or services to waterpark facilities or developers.
CLUBS
American
Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) www.ACEonline.org
The world renowned non-profit organization with over 8,000 members
dedicated to the preservation, promotion and enjoyment of the classic
wooden and modern steel roller coaster.
DAFE www.dafe.org
The Darkride and Funhouse Enthusiasts, or DAFE (pronounced “daffy”),
was officially founded on October 31st, 2000 by Rick and Sue Davis
of Vienna, OH and Joel Styer of Reading, PA for the appreciation
of the old and bygone attractions as well as for enjoyment of the
attractions that still exist today. For many years there were organizations
devoted to roller coasters and carrousels, but there was no active
organization to appreciate or document funhouses or darkrides.
These attractions were as unique as the carousels and were created
by their own breed of artists that were worthy of having their
talents recognized.
EUROPEAN
COASTER CLUB www.coasterclub.org
Although based in the UK, the European Coaster Club has members
from all over the world including most of the countries in Europe,
the USA and Canada, Australia and even Japan. Individual members
are of all ages and backgrounds, united by a common enjoyment of
white knuckle rides. Most of the world's major ride manufacturers
and theme park operators are corporate members.
NAPHA www.napha.org
The National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA) is an
international organization dedicated to the preservation and enjoyment
of the amusement and theme park industry - past, present and future.
National
Carousel Association www.nca-usa.org
The purpose of the National Carousel Association is to promote
conservation, appreciation, knowledge and enjoyment of the art
of the classic wooden carousel and especially the preservation
of complete wooden carousels.
Roller
Coaster Club of Great Britain www.rccgb.co.uk
The social club that unites roller coaster enthusiasts from all
over the world and puts extra FUN in the already fun world of coasters!
With well over 1,000 members from 17 different countries, it is
the Club to be in if you want to meet people of all ages who, like
you, have a passion for the "King of the Amusement Park."
OTHER
National
Roller Coaster Museum and Archives www.rollercoastermuseum.org Mission Statement:
--To support and promote ACE’s goals of education, enjoyment
and preservation of roller coasters.
--To establish, own and operate a roller coaster museum and archives
for the education and benefit of the public.
--To establish and maintain archives of roller coaster literature,
videos, memorabilia and equipment, and to provide technical, academic
and historical research facilities.
--To establish and maintain archives of related
amusement park history and information.
--To accomplish its purposes with financial support from corporations,
contributors, in-kind donations, and activities allied with or
incidental to said purposes.
--To sell educational, historical materials, gifts, clothing and
mementos related to roller coasters and amusement parks.
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