Hop on the trolley and join NAPHA as we journey to one of the United States’ most historic regions for ParkHop23!  We will visit three of the country's 12 surviving trolley parks in Western Pennsylvania and New York as we celebrate the 125th anniversaries of National Historic Landmark, Kennywood, and NAPHA Heritage Fund Recipient Midway State Park.  Of the more than 4,000 amusement parks that have operated in the United States, only 19 have survived to see their 125th anniversaries, so being able to celebrate two in the same event is something special!  They will be the ninth and tenth amusement parks that NAPHA has welcomed to this exclusive club.

But that’s not all! ParkHop23 will take us to two former amusement parks to explore their remnants, three museums including two NAPHA Heritage Fund recipients, and another park being revived with classic attractions by NAPHA Champion of Preservation award winner Gene Staples - Niagara Amusement Park and Splash World.

Let's wear them to the park and make a statement!

For the first time in decades, NAPHA is pleased to be offering event T-Shirts!
Price is $20.00. Order your shirts when registering for the eventt

If you already registered for the event, you can still place an order.

T-Shirt Details

This unisex cotton tee is of classic style with quality cotton construction. The shoulders are tapered for a good upper-body fit. There are no side seams, ensuring a clean, unbroken flow. The collar has ribbed knitting for improved elasticity. The materials that went into this product are sustainably sourced and economically friendly.
- 100% Cotton
- Medium fabric (6.0 oz/yd² (203 g/m²))
- Classic fit
- Tear away label
- Runs bigger than usual

NAPHA Events are only possible with the volunteerism and support from NAPHA Members. You'd be surprised how much a small task such as passing out wristbands or corralling the group can help make the event more enjoyable for our fellow members. Please consider volunteering to help for as little or as much as you want. Indicate on registration form if you'd like more information. 

Please help us advertise the event by inviting your friends to our ParkHop23 Facebook event page.

The payment of fees by, for, or on behalf of participants holds harmless the National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA) and its respective Directors/Representatives from any and all liabilities related to this event and all event activities! Registration by members and/or their guests implies that event participants are bound by NAPHA’s code of ethics/code of conduct. All safety mandates established by the host parks MUST BE FOLLOWED. Failure to abide by any posted/verbal safety directives will result in direct consequences for the member/guest in violation of stated safety measures, up to, and including, revoking of event privileges and/or organizational membership. No refunds given. Every effort will be made to follow the stated itinerary; however, all activities are subject to modification by our hosts (or the weather). No arrangements have been made for accommodations. Submitting your registration means that you, and everyone in your party, have read and agreed to the above registration statements. All registration materials will be at the event - an email with information will be sent prior to the event. Additional information may be requested by emailing jlitvik@napha.org or calling 724-493-9766. Fees include requested admissions/wristbands, exclusive ride times, and stated meals.