Dont have a word to explain this amazing place. My kids were so happy all day long. I guarantee fun and enjoyment here. Dont want to forget to mention a knowledgeable moment.

A must see! It is a small museum but packed full of history and everyone in our group ages 3 - 65 found something to enjoy The staff was extraordinarily knowledgeable about every piece they had to look at. We even got to watch some new merry-go-round animals being carved.This was a perfect way to break up a trip to Great Wolf Lodge and the town is so quaint and cute. We came back after dark to enjoy the Christmas lights- obviously more seasonal, but it would still be fun to walk around.

What can I say? This has been on my list to visit for a while. My friend and I went on a beautiful autumn day. Its located in an old post office. Carousels are one of my favorite things. Put all those together .... a perfect day. I even rode the carousel to the tune of The Purple People Eater.

It appeared out of nowhere as we drive through Sandusky. We happily paid the admission, only $6 ea. at the time. The museum had a lot of interesting information and a collection of carousel animals and other artifacts. There is a carousel in the center of the building that we were able to ride. The day we visited there was even a wood carver that answered questions about creating the horses. Id visit again next time Im driving through.

Guess who can say theyve been to the Merry-Go-Round Museum!?... I can!.. And so can you! Youve got to check out this museum. Its a great place for all ages. Theres even a working carousel inside that costs $1 to ride. You can learn about the history of the merry-go-round, the different types of carousels, see carousel animals that date back to the late 1800s, and watch pieces being restored.

This is such an interesting small museum. I have loved Merry-go-rounds since I was a child. The workmanship is unbelievable. The animals are all hand carved and painted. Most are horses but there are some exotic creatures. And best of all, there is a working Merry-go-round and I had a fun ride, smiling behind my mask.

At first I though meh... I didnt realize the stories behind the pieces, how old they are, the time spent making, the process, the kids liked looking and everything and the wood Carver there answered their questions then we got to ride on the merry go round. Taught me not to judge a book for sure. It was interesting, fun and a learning experience.

It was 6 dollars for entry and was very fun and informative! Loved getting the chance to ride on the merry go round, too. Great photo ops.

What a wonderful place to visit! The volunteer behind the counter was very friendly and knowledgeable.She looked up several carousels that we had known as children in other states.Our ride was the frosting on the cake!

Its a small, well kept museum with beautiful carousel animals and a repair department. Interesting displays and a working merry go round inside.

A wonderful place to visit if you love or have an appreciation of carousel horses merry-go-rounds and more. An easy visit oh an hour or two while traveling through Sandusky any day of the week. Especially fun if you later visit Cedar Point as it gives you a deeper appreciation for the history there and at other parks for the art that goes into these rides and their mounts.

A quick place to see alittle part of history.

Inexpensive and interesting. Riding the old Merry-Go-Round was a lot of fun!

Amazing this is a must stop you wont be disappointed at all.

My daughters adored the museum- such a beautiful building and the staff were wonderful!

Great Experience! The experience is really what you make it - it would be easy tow walk through quickly and be finished in a short time. Take your time, talk to the workers/guides and you will have a wonderful experience like my wife and I did! They were so kind and informative!

For those who like museums and Merry-Go-Rounds, it is an interesting small museum. Personally, Im not a fan of museums or merry-go-rounds but my mom is and I think she liked it.

Loved it! Got to ride a real antique merry go round!

Worth the visit and tour. Very knowledgeable staff about the history of carousels. The artwork in detail in their collection is pretty incredible

Very cool little gem in downtown Sandusky... Ive been visiting the area for over 20 years & dont know how I missed this!

This is a unique place. Nice little museum with tons of old carousel horses, and a large carousel to ride. It goes over 9mph! Doesnt seem fast, until you realize you are fighting to stay on.

A fun, quirky museum. The volunteer guides are great. And of course, getting to ride the carousel is great

Its like a roadside attraction grew into a museum. Loads of interesting carvings. A fully functional merry-go-round is at the heart of this lovely place complete with Wurlitzer mechanical band.

Loved this place! Spent about 1 1/2-2 hours there looking around. The carousel ride was included in fee of museum. Enjoyed it a lot.

Awesome place with a lot of cool history ! Go and ride the Merry-Go-Round !!

I did not enter the museum. I was just there to smash pennies in the penny machine.

I am a big fan of carousels and merry go rounds. I photograph them all over when travelling. This museum was fun to see to know the history and to see some restoration in progress. Small museum but you can still spend hours here.Staff are all fun and the gift shop is quaint.

This place is a feast for the eyes if you appreciate carousels and their history. Gorgeous carvings abound and you can even ride on the carousel. Theres a very small gift shop. Parking was outside and easily accessed. Steps leading up to the building... not sure if there were ramps.

Very cute and historic. A lot of information on merry go rounds. Small probably takes 45minute stop. Tickets reasonable and includes a merry go round ride. Great for kids, small activity for kids as well.

The lady who gave the tour was amazing! She was kind, patient, and knowledgeable! It was amazing to learn about the building and the amount of work that goes into making an addition to a merry go round!

Wonderful history and fun for all ages. Youll even see a craftsman making carousel horses.

So amazing. The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about the exhibits. So much fun for the family.

I have wanted to go here for years. I love Carousels, Carousel horses. The carving is a beautiful craft.I will ride a Merry-Go-Round anywhere I find one. Love to see historic carousels and how some are saved, restored. They are beautiful.This is in such a unique building for it with the rounded front. I live old architecture and history.I noticed on historical marker the name of Longaberger. Such a great man he was to help sponsor these markets of our great state historic places. Shame his unique basket building for company headquarters is abandoned after he died.

Amazing place

This is remarkable to learn about carasel history and take a ride on the merry go round.

Nice place to visit. Very nostalgic. My family really enjoyed our time. Handicap Ramp around the back.

Stumbled on this museum when walking randomly around Sandusky -- was such a serendipitous experience that we came all the way back to Sandusky two years later! Amazing.

Friendly staff. Fair price. Its laid out kinda weird. Not like a typical museum. Just very open, so its easy to run through very quickly. It needs more hands on activities for kids. Theres to much display and reading. Like maybe some penny rides or something.

Learn the history of Merry-Go-Round animals see Hands on making of an animal and ride there Merry Go Round All For One price.

Fun place to visit & customer service was nice. Great place for families, old & young.

So much fun! Loved the City of Sandusky, OH, it is the Mayberry town.....

Has some very nice pieces from Merry go rounds . Kind of a small place & my 2 yr old granddaughter got scared of the carousel ride went a little to fast but the lady that worked there stopped it so we could sit in one of the stationary rides. Glad we went.

A great experience! Friendly staff. Learned a lot about the what it takes (imagination, carving, sculpting, time, energy & engineering) to bring this beloved ride to life. Will return for the installation of Rudy the Red Nose Reindeer.

Loved it felt like a kid again

Very informative. The one is Mansfield is a little better though. This one was fast.

Kid-friendly, lots to see and photograph, pleasant staff.

A great place located

Great time, a historical treasure!

Small nice museum with in 5-10 minutes of Cedar point, the staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. The only down side is they do not list on each merry go round piece where it came from, but still worth the time!

Fun place to experience. Went with kids age 3-7 and they all had a good time, and there were little coloring stations set up for them. A ride on the carousel is included my 3 year old was a little scared with how fast it went but the other kids had fun.

Surprisingly interesting and exciting

Such a fun and magical place to visit. The full size carousel sits front and center to the museum with exhibits all around showing the history and making of a carousel.

If you appreciate history its definitely worth a stop, got to speak with one of the craftsmen was very enlightening!!!

A delight for adults and kids alike! This museum is a treasure. From the carousel horses to the history it is magical. One ride on the carousel is included with admission, additional rides are $1 (and worth every penny). The volunteers are kind and knowledgeable, but know that it may mean a bit of a wait as sometimes 1 volunteer is reponsible for the gift shop, admissions, carousel operations and questions.Dont miss out on the 6 etching plates where kids of all ages can make a free picture or 6 to take with.

I had my daughters 1st birthday party here. All staff was excellent. Janet made the birthday party special she was awesome making sure everyone was able to ride the carousel safely. It was the perfect backdrop for a rainbow unicorn themed party. And not at all expensive for 50 guests to party.

Neat place to visit. Located in the old post office building.

Outstanding. The cute old couple that runs the show here are so passionate about the museum and items within. It’s contagious. Ask for the free tour.

I love this place! Ive been wanting to go her for years & finally went today! First time riding a carousel! (Im 18 )

Interesting history with spectacular carved wooden carasol animals.

So nostalgic. If you enjoy carousels or just beautiful wood work this is definitely a place to visit. Affordable and a nice place to go if you are in the Sandusky area.

If youre interested in carrosels this is the place. It is a working museum in that they make and repair the carrosel animals for others around the country. The attendant was very knowledgeable and more than happy to share. Interesting and a lot of fun.

Went to a fund raiser there. Lovely gifts a ride in the Merry go Round fun!!

Very cool experience and beautiful exhibits!!! Its something definitely worth it and fun for something different to do~dont miss it!!

Had a great experience. Fun for all ages

It was a fun place to visit. Interesting history of the wood animals. Fun ride in the Merry go round(goes fast). We were there about 1hr.

Fantastic!

What a wonderful place. Exhibits were gorgeous and the working carousel was magnificent. Our hosts were knowledgeable and gracious. This Is a real Sandusky hidden gem Which Gets OVERLOOKED.

Had a fun night love riding the Carousel

A very enjoyable place! I never realized the craftsmanship and artistry before. Watching the woodcarvers was nice. Riding on the merry go round was something I havent done in over 50 years!

Doable in 1 hour but so full of history and beautiful carousel creatures. Plus you get to ride as well!

I cant say enough good things about this place. Friendly staff to answer all your questions. Amazing collection with pieces from all manner of different times and places. A full size, operational merry-go-round that runs along side a real Wurlitzer. And they build a new horse, in house, every year; which they then give away at raffle.If youre in the area, make the stop.

Nice little museum with newer and antique carved art, old pictures and a carousel. Nice staff

Amazing place! Learned a lot about the history of Merry Go Rounds. Wonderful tour, great displays and fun environment. A must if near Sandusky!

Take the guided tour! Very interesting to learn about the history of Merry Go Rounds. A huge selection of hand carved animals. And a ride on a vintage merry go round is included in the admission.

It had stuff. I can see someone liking this, and it probably would be a great place to take a family. Its also a nice place to take photos at as well. But I cant say I was really captivated by it. If you like carousels, you should go here.

Loved it it is clear this is a labor of love and clearly shows the Craftsmen and women that put their heart and soul into these Restorations

Great price, friendly staff, and a carousel ride is included with your ticket! :)

Wonderful museum in the old post office.

Went with a group and we all enjoyed our visit very much

Love it! Definitely a must see!

Quaint little place to visit. Cute town also.

Riding the refurbished merry go round was worth the price admission.

Hours are completely incorrect. Tried to visit during posted hours. Sign on door said closed will return at 11. Which was 1 hr after posted opening time. At 1230 they were still closed despite hours info on website and phone recording. We asked around locally . We were told they only open 3 days a week now. Which three days. No one knew. We contacted them on Facebook said it was an unexpected closure. They did offer us tickets but we are leaving tomorrow. I would reccomend pre contacting them on Facebook to ensure they will be open before heading there

Really interesting place for anyone interested in history or feeling like taking a trip down memory lane. The staff is very friendly and happy to share their knowledge and work. Plus you get to ride a merry-go-round.

Always enjoyed going there and taking company when theyre visiting

Unique place!!! This is a MUST

This place was awesome. Lots of cool carvings and a merry go round ride.

Very cool little museum. The kids and adults loved the working merry go round in the middle of the building. Lots of cool examples of the wood animals and even a cool open workshop to watch how they are made.

Neat little museum. Some pretty carousel horses here.

Great little place to visit with kids

Great museum, very interesting...pay a little extra for the narrated tour.

Must-see-one-of-a-kind museum. Great staff! Fascinating art.

This museum was really interesting and enjoyable. The host was so kind and she shared lots of neat facts of the merry-go-round world. Would definitely make this a visit if in Sandusky.

One of my favorite places to visit when Im town.

Fun riding the carousel! Interesting to see the handi work of woodworkers!

Stop here. For young and old.

Very cool exhibits on merry go round animals from all around the nation, in-house animal repair workshop, and a full size operating carousel (with organ) all in a historic building! I wish there was a bit more information on other aspects of merry go rounds, such as their mechanics, organs, and the fabled brass rings, but its a great 45 minute visit just to see the carvings. Ticket includes a trip around the merry go round.

Amazing little building full of delight and happiness.

Love it!! Had a tour and learned some history and rode the Merry Go Round!! Awesome!!!

Ride a carousel. Look at every type of carved animal and creature you can imagine. Watch and talk with real carvers. Get a guided tour from a knowledgeable docent or just wander. Buy something from the nifty gift shop. All inside a unique round building that was our post office when I was young.