Story Land, Glen, New Hampshire 1958

This authentic 1950s color photograph, captured in 1958, features a live character performer portraying Cinderella at Story Land in Glen, New Hampshire. The archival image shows the character dressed in a classic white ballgown, standing prominently at the entrance of the iconic white fairy tale castle. The building’s architectural details are on full display, including the vibrant green and red conical turrets, decorative crenelations, and a geometric stone railing. This “Mother Goose” themed park, which opened in 1954, was a pioneer in creating immersive storybook environments for children in the White Mountains region. While Story Land is still standing and remains a premier family destination today, the castle area has been meticulously maintained and remains a central icon of the park’s “Cinderella’s Castle” attraction. This factual record captures the early era of themed character interactions and the charming, mid-century aesthetic of the park’s original installations. All our images are available as royalty-free instant downloads for use in books, media, and creative projects – or make your own prints for home, work, or as a truly unique gift.