The Opryland Story

A feature of the NAPHA Chronicle Magazine

The Opryland Story

A feature of the NAPHA Chronicle Magazine

The Opryland Story

A feature of the NAPHA Chronicle Magazine

An entire issue of NAPHA Chronicle Magazine devoted to the history of the former Opryland Theme Park in Nashville, TN.


Esteemed amusement park historian, Jim Futrell, narrates the entire history of Opryland with over a hundred photos on 52 pages. Learn how what began as the Grand Ole Opry in the 
Ryman Theater evolved into a grand theme park and eventually met a sad demise.


Favorites like the antique Carousel on the Lake, Wabash Cannonball, and the Timber Topper roller coasters are covered. Other noteworthy historical tidbits like the Opryland Hotel, the shows, and Christmas in the Park are also covered!