Wild World Map and Brochure (1982 – 1985)
Location: Largo, Maryland
Years Active: 1982 – 1993
Six Flags America is a theme park located in the Woodmore CDP of Prince George’s County, Maryland, near Upper Marlboro, and in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
Founded as a wildlife center in 1973 by Ross Perot, ABC television operated the park as a drive-through safari called The Largo Wildlife Preserve beginning in 1974 until its closure in 1978. The property was bought by Jim Fowler’s Wild Kingdom; thereafter the site was gradually converted from a wildlife preserve into a theme park named Wild World.
In 1992, the park was renamed Adventure World after being acquired by Premier Parks, and ultimately was branded as the 10th Six Flags park when Premier Parks acquired Six Flags Inc. and adopted its name in 1999. The “America” in the park’s name was chosen due to the park’s proximity to the US capital.
Wild World Brochure 1985
Wild World Brochure 1984
Wild World Brochure 1982
FAQ
What was Six Flags Maryland called before?
Six Flags Maryland was previously known as Wild World. It was later renamed Adventure World in 1994 and then Six Flags America in 1999.
Where was Wild World in Maryland?
Wild World was located in Largo, Maryland, now the site of Six Flags America.
How many rides does Six Flags Maryland have?
Six Flags Maryland, now Six Flags America, features over 55 rides.
What is the #1 theme park in the world?
The #1 theme park in the world is Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida.
