Abandoned SILENT HILL Amusement Park | No One Left Alive
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- Greeks Play Land first opened in 1970 to serve as a whimsical place for handicapped children to enjoy. was built primarily using repurposed materials by "The Greek," an orphan turned landscaper to the stars.
He made a promise, he kept it, and this play land is open for the public to enjoy, absolutely free of charge.
the Greek has sadly passed away and no one wants to maintain the theme park anymore so it's shut down for good.. so it closed after his death .
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I believe he created this place to make children happy because of his own tragic childhood of being abandoned. I have a feeling the world lost an incredible human being with his passing. Kinda makes ya wonder if his spirit might still roam this place as he put his heart and soul into it. RIP Mr.Greek! Thanks Josh for taking us along.
Couldn't agree more. Well said.
He was abandoned? Who took care of him?
@@icyboy771z His birth parents abandoned him but he was adopted by another family. Just knowing that your parents didn't want you is bound to have some psychological effects on a person.
@@Scorpio45Libra Yeah. But in many cases the person usually treats his adopted family as his/her only family.
@@icyboy771z Very true, agreed. And although you don't dwell on it, its still in the back of your mind. Have a great weekend! 🙂
Those old school McDonald's Playland structures hit me in the feels! So many memories of those things every time we went to McDonald's when I was a kid.
Such a great idea to build a theme park like this for the disabled children. He was truly a legend! This place is amazing and the snowfall was making it even more beautiful!! So colorful and fun! The bridges caught my attention the most! 😍
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Such a beautiful initiative from "The greek". People with disabilities are incredibly overlooked in society and it's important to lift them up and give everyone a chance to participate. I've worked with people with disabilities and it's inspiring to see people dedicate their lives to projects like these. Amazing find Josh, very good video and as always it's wonderful to see how passionate you are. You bring these places back to life.
Yes!! People with disabilities are definitely overlooked within society. I’m not sure what
It’s like for disabled people in the USA, but here in England, the stigma is disgusting. I’m disabled, and I hate it. I have Been since I was 16 but my spinal condition is one that’s
Gradually gotten worse the older I get (and I had major spinal surgery in 2014 but it made it worse!), yet we don’t get to have enjoyable things to do because everything that is fun in the UK is for able bodied people 😢 even public transport is crap for us who cannot help being disabled. We get called scroungers and rude name calling. And the lack of activities for those of us who struggle with any kind
Of disability puts a huge strain on our mental health.
This guy was amazing to build such a place and to think about those who are disabled as well is just incredible ❤
@@LuciiDixon_Tattoos thanks for sharing your insight. I wish you healing and blessings. 🫶🏼
@@StanCat4 thank you ever so much 🙏🏼
@@LuciiDixon_Tattoos it's always " you're too young to be disabled" the worst people I have encountered are OAP's who are not even disabled in any way but just purely down to their age they feel like they are more entitled. This isn't even with hidden disabilities, this is with wheelchairs/ obvious use of mobility aids. It's frustrating.
from what I can tell, The man who created this place must have had one of the biggest kindest and purest hearts I've ever heard of. Its clear he wanted children to have fun and be happy because his childhood was terrible. May he rest in peace.
Never stop making these exploring videos Josh! The ghost videos are good but these videos are the originals that started your channel and I absolutely love them. Thank you for another amazing video! Have a good day/night ❤
Finally got to sit down and watch this one. We need more people like The Greek in this world, he seems like such good man with a warm heart. Every video gets better and better through the years. I wish there were more parks (and people) like this around. 🥰
Thank you and yes we need more people like him. RIP
Those were old McDonald”s play ground toys! I’m so sad that The Greek”s dream is now abandoned now! I wish with all my heart I could fix it up and run it. Thank you Josh for sharing this us ! Such a wonder land lost. Keep exploring and sharing these wonderful places with us thanks for what you do Josh Bright blessings
love how josh explains the story / history behind the place
Such a beautiful place and fun for all 👪 families. What an inspiration this lovely man was, wish there was more like him. And good on you Josh for this awesome video,loved every minute of it. You too are a very special person in what you do.Keep up your amazing exploring. Take care 🙂 from Down under Australia Renie xoxo
Hey Josh, The Greek had a nice idea. It's too bad that someone else couldn't keep it up. Since the land is so valuable, I'm surprised that the city, county, state hasn't declared eminent domain. A few things:
• VIDEO - I like the news clip at the beginning of the video. It gave a little more insight as to the history of the park. Also your vids are starting to show more finesse and polish.
• BURGER - The burger themed jungle gym and rocking horses are from McDonald's.....along time ago. They are waaaay before your time. 😉
• HAMBURGER POLICEMAN - The policeman from McD's was named Officer Big Mac.
• PERGOLA - The round area in the wedding venue is called a pergola. That is probably where the couple would get married.
• ASPHALT - The "tar" stuff is most likely asphalt piled up.
• HELO, TANK, TRUCK - Yes they are real, you can see the military serial #'s on the helo. The helo is a Bell AH-1 Cobra Attack helicopter.
His nephew probably didn't want to continue it because it was too expensive to maintain. At least people had a chance to enjoy it while they could. Ok, stay safe and take care. 😇
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It would be so nice for people to volunteer to clean this place up, and keep it going. I am sure there would be so many kids who would love to enjoy this place. God rest his soul, what an amazing man he was.
Such a pure heart! And nobody is more perfect to show this than you, Josh! You have such a passionate spirit! The snow made this so aesthetic! The hamburger area was McDonald's original play land equipment!!!
2:06 As someone with Special Needs as I have Autism and ADHD , This backstory of the park made me feel so happy and seen! Adults and kids like me are very much judged in modern society and often made fun of, So hearing about a park made for children and adults with special needs! It makes me feel happy! Mr. Greek was truly an amazing and loving human being! May he rest in piece!!!!! 🤍💙💚
I have Autism and ADHD as well
Seeing the playsets, the maze, the character themed props. Watching the snow coat them and the grey sky is like the park weeping for love again. 🥺
Wow!!!! How beautiful that place is/was, and built on wonderful Intentions. I just love hearing the excitement in your voice Josh. You can tell you truly love your job. Such a shame it's not being used still. He's in my thoughts wherever he may be. Thanks again for the vlog. 🎄☃️🎄
Its like a dream comes true for an orphans to build their own playground. Not just that, its for charity and disable children. Wow. Big heart man. There are rarely any place like this anymore today. Mostly just expensive playground to enter. So sad to see nobody wants to continue the legacy, and this beautiful place got abandoned. So sad...
Thank you for giving the man and his dream so much honor and respect.
So sad to see, I didn’t think much of it but as you told us more about this guy it’s heartbreaking that he passed away… he literally just wanted to make people happy, RIP little man ❤
RIP Mr. Greek😔I wish there was someone to carry on his legacy as he did with his mothers. I hope one day someone restores the playground in memory of him
Crazy to think I've been watching you for bare minimum 5 years and your content gets more vibrant and interesting with each video you make 😃💯🔥
Was a shame that they couldn't keep it up in his memory, I loved this place, he was an amazing artist and great guy with a big heart, thanks Josh, Beth and Steve for bringing us alone.
8:55 That was installed at every McDonalds and it was for kids to climb into. His name was Officer BigMac. All the characters we knew and loved were fazed out by the mid 90’s.
Oh that was so heart warming.. this guy who built that place was a really good soul. Just making all the kids happy is so special.
You explained it all with so much dedication.. as always. Loved watching it.
He wanted the kids to just have fun as all kids should even if he never got the chance himself. RIP Spiro the Greek.
Well can't do a petition to revive that place and add new attractions for future guests. Ppl like Spiro Greek are out there.. great minds put together and make Greeks Playland rise from the ashes...
This is a very nice video. I love how you brought Mr. Greeks life into it. He seems to be a wonderful guy for giving back to children. Even better I’m so happy to see how he made it where disabled children could have some fun. May he rest in peace. Keep up the great videos Josh.
How amazing would it be if a group of our favourite explorers got together, bought and brought back to life one of these abandoned places! Would make an epic TH-cam series for sure!
Josh, you could cheat the maze: Send your drone up above it. 😆 The hamburger/policeman was an object in McDonald's playlands.
The Greeks efforts were not wasted. His land may be gone, but you KNOW he touched a lot of lives.❤
Awesome place Josh, it really does suck that his nephew doesn’t want to keep his legacy going and would rather have the money. My sister was born with cerebral palsy and that would have been an amazing place for kids like her. Thank you for caring and showing these awesome places!❤
He has his own life to live, people should stop forcing people to live other peoples dreams
The little hamburger cage looking thing is from McDonald’s we used to play in the us in the 80s Thank you for showing us this was an amazing place
Only TH-cam channel I know that never changes but the location. Great to see you doing good josh I remember when you just had under 100k subscribers. Crazy how time fly.
Old McDonald's play area equipment, loved playing on them as a kid in the 80's. Thanks for sharing this so cool.
This has got to be the best abandoned video on the internet. I love how you told this wonderful mans story it's to bad no one will be reopening this mans dream. I was having a bad day but this story made me feel so good. Thank again for bring us this story. Take care.
Happy Holidays to you, your explore crew and your family! Hope you take a nice long vacation, you deserve it Josh! Thanks for another year of great content 🙃
its sad that such a wonderful human being is gone, very rare to see this side of the human race, he put his not just his soul but his heart and passion into it, I hope someone can fix this place and make it wonderful again for future generations, be safe out there.
What a beautiful yet tragic story. So many of these little place have fallen by the wayside. Thanks for this one Josh!
This one hit's different. Greek was a fantastic man with a wonderful dream that helped make countless other people and children in his community happy. I wish someone would restore this since it meant the world to him, and it was such a wonderful idea that was accessible to everyone. It's so sad to see it left in such a state. God bless him, and may he rest in peace. Thanks for documenting it for all of us.
I appreciate Josh that works hard on all his videos and showing us amazing places that lift behide that Everyone don't know about or forget or couldn't keep that places going or places we haven't even know about whitch is exciting to watch and learn about. I know I can't travel or see places like this and it truly amazing to see that and how everything pause after owners pass or never go or quit going to those places after they are abandoned.
What an incredible guy! Thanks for making this and bringing us along Josh!
What an amazing person and thing to get to see. Thank you for bringing this to the world. keeping what he made and the memory alive. It might not be in the way he wanted it, but at least people will forever know his story.
Josh I agree this video has all the same vibe as the old ones you produced. I have been watching since the vlog you made at Santa Clause Village in California. My parents actually took me there as a child at Christmas. It was so much fun as a little kid. I love the melancholy and peace of these old places. They come furnished with ghosts of the past. No need to hunt them. 😀 Take care and thank you. This was an awesome place.
Thanks Josh for exploring places and locations like this one. Your like a teacher explaining what these places were built for and by who built them. Keep on keeping on Josh!!
Hey Josh My name is James Lee I'm a handicapped man 46 years old I've been watching your stuff since 2016 I'm a big fan I saw how you were so Passionate about handicapped people I hope I can get to know you I live right here in Connecticut Stonington Connecticut There's only if there's a way we can contact each other Anyway I'm very proud of your work I wish I could do stuff like that Not too crazy Spooky Haunted Houses and stuff like that They look very awesome When I was a kid I was afraid of Haunted Houses Right now I love to go to Halloween stuff My mom passed away in 2014 I moved in with my sister We went to Busch Gdns., Halloween And I love it so much Now I like to go to the Halloween stuff Doesn't scare me I started watching gost assulm Hi can I can't say it right Spell it right But anyway I don't want to talk too long But is there anyway we can contact each other I probably would like that Thank you I really hope to hear from you I really have a feeling we could be good friends Thank you again
Hey James, yes they need more parks like Spiro Greeks Playland . I'm married to a CP tri elegant woman. She would have done to that park in the mid 70s but I feel ya when it comes to special needs theme parks. We would try to also like to revive Greeks Playland for future disabled children. They're maybe few others out there not discovered. But glad at least this 1 wasn't lost into the realm of the forgotten... we also follow Steve Ronin. But anyhow glad you came across this video just socks thr compassion was lost and not handed down to someone who could keep it running. 🤨😒
31:32 Legacy...
Because of what you do!
....It may all physically be gone.. BUT his story, his legacy, will forever be heard and known because of what you do.
Thank You Josh!
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Josh you videos are always a great way to bond with my oldest daughter. Thank you for taking me to places, you and the crew are great i wish you the best .. keep on xploring bro 🔥 😎
Josh, you GOTTA check out Lakenenland Sculpture Park in Marquette Michigan!! This place reminds me so much of it. One man built all of these awesome huge colorful sculptures made out of scraps, and there’s over 100 of them in this huge park. It’s 24/7 access, totally free, & free to camp on the property! The guy is awesome, his name is Tom. Not abandoned but worth checking out and potentially making a video on!!
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i love how josh picks abandoned places that have meaningful stories behind its creation. so wholesome 🤍
So beautiful, I hope that one day someone with the same intention will continue this. One thing is certain this was a man with an golden heart.
Such a wonderful person to have built this place and for you to bring it us as little documentary like this really brought it back to life once again before it's truly gone. 3xthankyou
Your genuine enthusiasm, kindness, and respect makes my heart cry with actual tears of joy 🤟🏽🥲🥹
Alright as a 19 year old who was also adopted with autism and ADD, if I was rich as heck I would totally take over and protect the play land myself❤. Everybody needs to think like The Greek’s did and make life at least a little better for people with disabilities no matter that stage they are because even the smallest thing can make a big difference to anybody. ❤Rest in peace The Greeks❤. For the record, my great grandma on my adoptive moms side of the family also lived to be 105 years old. It’s kind of funny how close you can be to someone you never even knew existed🥹. This video almost made me cry no joke. This man will be remembered❤.
Such a pleasant surprise. I thought this was going tk be a spooky exploration like grimlife collective but it was very informative of a story and person that deserves to be told. Great video!
I'm sure others would agree with how you go into the back stories of the places you visit and explore, Makes the videos much more meaningful. Then also, the way you film and put it together, pulls you in and makes you intrigued. I will definitely be googling to learn more about Mr Greek the things he did for his community.
Thank you for not being destructive and sharing what you find. Its really cool what you do.
First vid I watched of yours. I am now a fan. You did The Greek and his dream proud. Amazing work you have done showing us all about this wonderful man’s dream come to life. It’s sad that it’s now in such disrepair and looks like it will stay that way. Very unfortunate. Beautiful, magical place. At least it was up and running for ppl to enjoy for a time. Again, amazing job. I will now have to check out all your other content. Like I said before, I am now a fan of your work. Thanks again for this awesome video
What an amazing place!! I bet kids absolutely loved this place. He created a wonderful activity place where KIDS CAN BE KIDS. It’s amazing. What a lovely story. A fist child turn adult who wanted kids everywhere to enjoy being children while they can because he himself had a normal childhood ripped from under him. What a lovely gentleman. May he rest in peace 🙏🏼
Been watching for years and I still get excited to see your videos
He was probably given the old McDonald's playground equipment, tank and helicopter. It's a shame that his legacy isn't being continued. RIP The Greek. You did good.
Hey Josh, thank you so much for sharing this with us all ❤️ and tell us the History of the amazing man The Greek! What an amazing soul to build it for special needs children and others ❤️ I always enjoy seeing and hearing the excitement in your voice! I'm really late watching and now commenting as I'm watching from London 🇬🇧 sending love to you and Josh's family stay safe and keep warm ❤️ xoxo
Wow this place looks so amazing thanks for sharing this I absolutely appreciate all the hard work you put into making contents it's always appreciated keep up the good work much love and respect to you
As always Josh your videos just hit different man. Thanks for doing what you do! RIP to The Greek!
Amazing, thankyou so much for this wonderful adventure into a lovely mans dreams. Saddly now lost. You deserve an award for telling people about this amazing man and his dreams.
I really enjoyed this one. But when you guys were around the burger jail, as an 80's child, I can't help but remember that at McDonalds play ground lol. I think he probably collected a lot of the playground items from McDonalds when they retired them, so sad that he passed away, this was such a great place.
Love that you know the history so well. Looks like a fun place to explore!
I also really enjoy these videos Josh!
Love exploring someone's dream! 🥰
I do wish someone with a big heart just like The Greek, would bring this back to life 💗
This is absolutely beautiful Josh thank you for sharing this. Honestly one of my favorites explore video's ever.
Was excited to see this video when I got home from work. Loves the history you give with your videos. Cannot wait to see what happens. Loves your videos and content. ❤❤❤❤❤
This video makes me so happy. I love all of your content. But exploring abandoned places is something else. I used to do it myself until something really scary happened to me and my friends so I’ve never done it again.
The way you make your videos it feels like I’m there with you. The drone shots are phenomenal.
Thank you for your hard work and sharing all your adventures with us josh ❤
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Thank you for making this video and telling the story of this great man. I like your appreciation for things. Keep on making great content.
Great video and shots and editing! That guy seems so nice, it’s such a shame it never lasted
I'm so excited Josh.🙌🙌🙌🙌💖💖💖💖💖 Looking forward for more amazing videos like this. I missed and love you exploring abandoned and traveling to different countries for abandoned.👍👍👍👍👍💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖😘😘😘😘
What an amazing place! Thank you for bringing it to us Josh.
Thanks for sharing this Josh, keep doing you!! 😊
What an amazing man and place, it's a shame it won't reopen, thank you for sharing this with us 🥰
Great video Josh. I remember playing on those same ones at McDonald's as a kid
Many of the theme park available and running in Japan is nothing compare to this park, deeply respect the man. The place may be gone, but your legacy will inspire many people by this amazing video. Thanks Josh!
Hey Josh, God bless you man, thanks for putting a spotlight on the good that can exist within the world.
I love stuff like this as you can really feel the memories that probably got left behind also just why I like urban exploring in general.
If I remember correctly that hamburger jail looking thing and the sandwich rocker were a McDonald's playland pieces that some McDonald's had but the play area pieces changed over the years. Old school McDonald's playland pieces. But definitely cool to see this, he put a lot into this place and it's awesome to see.
Yes hamburger jail at the Playland in Mc Donalds.. I remember playing in one.
I just love this place I really hope someone will buy this place that cares as much about children's happiness as the owner did and opens it up again
This place looks so fun, great explore, also LOVE your hoodie!
He found his purpose and that is the most beautiful thing about this. So many people find it impossible to see what makes them happy and feel fulfilled. His life and that place were not created in vain. There was certainly a purpose. That is beautiful for an orphan story.
Appreciate the exploration and respect you had for the man and the property. I also liked the historical stuff. Well done, sir.
The explore vids / vlogs are the best....keep them coming Josh. Much enjoy
Who else thinks most abandoned places look so beautiful
What a beautiful idea. How human. We need more people like this. Hope someone gets it going again.
I love all the different places you go to. This was amazing.
i really love your video´s and how you are so respectfull with your exploration sides. i´m a girl from the netherlands but i hope to one day go exploring too with a couple of friends. Your video´s are such an inspiration! keep up the good work! the edititing with the music also keeps it so peacefull to watch! thank you !❤
I'm always up to watch your theme park vids. They're so cool and the backstory behind it is really interesting.
Hope you, your friends and family have an awesome Christmas (if you celebrate it)!!
look it is sad i would have never known about that place if you had not went there and posted it and yeah it was cool i wish someone would have taken it over and re did it for sure it looked so cool what a sad ending tho but thank you for just showing it and not destroying anything now it will have memorys about the park and the man on you tube for a long time this is part of history that never got a told story about i praise you for such a great video to know that some one took the time to do something for kids and handicap kids as well what a story
Thank you for mentioning wild bill. That reminded me of his lot as well. I thought I saw a video over there. I'm from Connecticut . You went to the Norwich state hospital. And that was awesome.
I remember when it was opened. I had a childhood friend who was A resident in the Norwich state hospital back in the Seventies. We miss going to wild bills . They let that place rot. Thanks Josh.
Oh my gosh josh what a fantastic video I absolutely enjoyed it soo much what amazing place and rest in peace Greek
Hi Josh! Thank you for what you do!!
Such a petty! Even in an abandoned state you can see the passion this man had to create someting to make other people happy. Josh, you did a good job documenting this
Best exploring channel always a well put together video with history..
I really like these type of explores. Well done Josh.
Love this 💗💕
this videos crazy, keep up the amazing work !!
Thanks for this Josh. Great man who blessed so many people. ❤