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The Amusement Zone (Zone 7)
1939 New York World's Fair

Admiral Byrd's Penguin Island


Admiral Byrd's Penquin Island Entrance
Admiral Byrd's Penguin Island Entrance

Admiral Byrd's Penquins
Admiral Byrd's Penguins


"Little Old Men" from the south pole region live on a private island, and swim in their own pool. The penguins enjoy their days of sliding, diving, and catch fish which is the exclusive diet.

Here to you could see Admiral Byrd's personal team of Eskimo Huskies, all born in the Antarctic. The "Advance Base" hut contained Byrd's original equipment which he used on his exploration in 1934 was also on display. Admission to the Island ... Only 10¢.


One of the Huskies belonging to Admiral Byrd One of the Huskies