Rare Vintage 1950s Freedomland NYC Souvenir Glasses Gold Print Pair
This rare pair of Freedomland U.S.A. souvenir drinking glasses dates from the early 1960s and commemorates one of America’s most unique amusement parks. Standing tall in clear glass with black and gold printed graphics, each glass depicts attractions from Freedomland’s themed areas, including the Chicago Fire, Pony Express, Satellite City, and Little Old New York. Bold lettering across the design reads Freedomland U.S.A., New York City, making these glasses both striking and historically significant.
Freedomland opened in 1960 in the Bronx and was promoted as the “Disneyland of the East.” Despite its ambition, the park operated for only four years before closing permanently in 1964. Today, surviving memorabilia is highly collectible, with glassware among the rarest finds. Unlike paper souvenirs such as tickets or brochures, glasses were frequently used and discarded, making intact pairs like this set especially sought after by collectors of Mid-Century Modern Americana, amusement park memorabilia, and New York City history.
Why It’s Special?
Freedomland souvenirs were produced in limited runs during the park’s brief existence, and most surviving items are paper-based. Durable pieces like drinking glasses are seldom seen on the market, particularly as matching sets in such well-preserved condition. Their rarity, combined with their bold Mid-Century design and connection to a vanished landmark, makes this pair an exceptional collectible.
Product Details:
Brand: Freedomland U.S.A.
Manufacturer: Unknown
Material: Glass with gold and black printed graphics
Collection / Pattern: Freedomland Souvenir Glassware
Color: Clear glass with metallic gold and black print
Estimated Era / Date: 1950s–early 1960s
Origin: New York City, USA
Style / Design Notes: Mid-Century souvenir barware; tall highball form; theme park collectible
Features:
Rare souvenir glassware from Freedomland U.S.A. amusement park
Tall cylindrical highball glasses, approx. 6 inches tall
Black and gold graphic design with park attractions and typography
Represents scarce Mid-Century Modern Americana
Functional barware and display-ready collector’s pieces
Dimensions:
Height: 6"
Width: 3"
Opening Diameter: 3"
Condition: Very good pre-owned vintage condition. Light wear to gilding consistent with age. No chips or cracks.
*All listings are vintage and therefore pre-owned. General wear is not noted in listings. We thoroughly inspect each piece and wash where possible. Small flaws are part of the vintage nature of a piece, but we do our best to photograph and note any flaws.
