While waiting for a release of those responsible for "La Ronde"
indicating whether or not galloping would be restored, they announce
that the carousel totally refurbished jewel Heritage Montreal, would be
redesigned and developed on the site of The Ronde in May 2007.
It is the company "Carousel Magic" world renowned and implanted in the
USA which was responsible for the restoration of galloping except,
decorations and wooden horses that have been replenished during winter
2006-2007, by many artisans Montrealers.
This team work made it, galloping, the greatness and nobility it
deserves.
The organ, out of use for many years was not restored.
As announced, the first inauguration of the carousel took place on May
19, 2007, in the presence of many dignitaries.
The mounting Galloping not entirely complete, the carousel could not
make a single tower ride and also experienced some problems with the
lighting.
So, on June 16 at the second inauguration in the context of the fortieth
anniversary of the park at La Ronde, the carousel was officially his
first run of ride. |