On April 27, when Glen Echo Park's carousel opened for the 2024 season, a race officially began.

Roger, Rory, Delilah, Astrid, and Rosie have been collecting votes all summer long in support of Glen Echo Park. This is no ordinary race because YOU get to decide who will cross the finish line first!

How?

Click the "donate" button
Choose your amount, and "credit" your favorite animal by choosing them
Process your donation to vote
Follow along to see which animal is in the lead!

The WINNER will be announced and celebrated on September 29 at Echo Arts Festival, the last day of the carousel season. Will your favorite win?

Each donation helps support the classes, programs, exhibitions, dances and events at Glen Echo Park, including the maintenance of the beloved Dentzel Carousel.

ABOUT GLEN ECHO PARK

Glen Echo Park is one of the finest cultural resources in the Washington, DC area.The Park is home to 13 resident artists & organizations, including two award-winning children's theaters; a nature & aquatic life program for kids; a thriving social dance program; a restored 1921 Dentzel Carousel; numerous art studios and galleries; and hundreds of classes in visual & performing arts, including ceramics, painting, photography, glass, music, dance, and more. These activities, as well as free summer concerts, festivals, and special events bring thousands of visitors to the Park each year. Glen Echo Park is managed by the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture.

Carousel Campaign 2024

By Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture

Carousel Campaign 2024

Which animal will get the most votes? Your donation can help your favorite animal win!