FAQs on Donation

This is a working list of FAQs regarding the carousel and it’s donation. Check back for updates as they become available.

  • Who can receive the carousel? To comply with IRS regulations, the carousel must go to a registered non profit or government entity for a public purpose.

  • Is there a fee for the donation? No, the carousel will be a free donation. However, the assuming entity will be responsible for all moving costs including assuming costs for dry storage rental.

  • How big is the carousel? - The carousel is 48 feet wide and originally had 48 horses with two chariots

  • How will the carousel be moved? The move will require several large trucks. Information about the original move from California has been requested. In the meantime, you can see images of the move here to help gauge equipment needs (link to be added)

  • What is included with the carousel mechanism?‍ ‍Inventory of items can be found here (link to be added)

  • What size building will be required?‍ ‍____________

  • Where is the carousel?‍ ‍The carousel is in two locations in Snoqualmie and North Bend Washington.

  • Will the carousel remain in the Snoqualmie Valley?‍ ‍_____________

  • If there are multiple requestors, how will the recipient be determined?‍ ‍____________

  • How much is the carousel worth? Given how few are left, a value is highly subjective. You can see a discussion of the value, images, and an inventory from the 2019 Larry Freels transfer here