1970s Fiberboard Japan Made SERVING TRAY "Lion Country Safari" Kings Island Amusement Park Ohio

What a superb find! If you're a fan of amusement parks and epic rollercoasters, Kings Island is the place to go!

This tray is from the 1970s and features the Lion Country Safari at Kings Island. Lion Country Safari was an upcharge attraction at Kings Islanding featuring a two mile journey through 100 acres of animal habitats, similar to the ‘drive-in zoos’ that grew in popularity during the 1960s and '70s. But, instead of park guests driving their personal vehicles through the reserve-like area, the Lion Country Safari experience was unique because they traveled in an electric-powered monorail.

The tray measures 18" x 12" and is in great condition for its age. No staining or damage. Minimal wear. Display this with your 70s items or amusement park collection. A rare find!

Kings Island is a 364-acre (147 ha) amusement park 24 miles (39 km) northeast of Cincinnati in Mason, Ohio, United States. Owned and operated by Six Flags, the park was built by Taft Broadcasting and opened in 1972. It was part of a larger effort to move and expand Coney Island, a popular resort destination along the banks of the Ohio River that was prone to frequent flooding. After more than $300 million in capital investments over the years, the park has grown to feature over a hundred attractions including fifteen roller coasters and a 33-acre (13 ha) water park.

Early in its history, Kings Island appeared in popular sitcoms and received widespread recognition for its record-breaking attractions and events. One of the park's most well-known attractions, The Racer, is often credited with reviving worldwide interest in roller coasters during the 1970s. A variety of attractions over the years introduced notable milestones, and The Beast and Banshee are two that have set enduring world records. The largest single investment in park history is Orion, a $30-million giga coaster that opened in 2020.

In addition, Kings Island has won Golden Ticket Awards in the annual publication from Amusement Today, including "Best Kids' Area" in the world for eighteen consecutive years (2001–2018) and "Best New Ride" in 2017 for Mystic Timbers. In the same publication, The Beast consistently ranks as one of the top ten wooden coasters in the world.