“The most precious gift God has given to this land is not its riches of soil and forest and land, but the divine dissatisfaction planted deeply in the hearts of the American people.” ~ William Allen White
As a new form of mass culture, roller skating generated cultural and social tensions and even provoked moral panic. It was, in many respects, an inherently political activity. Like other emerging forms of mass entertainment -including roller coasters and amusement rides- it drew the ire of conservatives and religious communities. Roller skating challenged Victorian norms […]
Neat history! I had some great times at Viking Skate Country in the early 80’s, mom would drop me off on a Friday night and pick me up later. I’d skate all night and make friends. Weird to see how time marches on.
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