Manufacturer
Riedell Shoes, Incorporated
Children's Roller Skates - Size 2
Credit LineGift of the City of London, 2008
Object number2008.009.002
Label TextRoller skating has been a popular pastime in London for over 142 years, beginning with the construction of the Princess Rink on Queens Ave in 1882 and continuing with the current family skating nights at the North London Community Centre. The popularity of roller skating has undergone peaks and valleys yet remains a favourite activity for young and old alike. Fashion trends of clothing and equipment have changed over the last century but people often associate roller skating with the bright, vibrant colours of the 1970s and 1980s. One aspect has remained constant since 1882: Londoners have always engaged in roller skating as an energetic, fun, community-building activity whether it be outdoors or at multiple indoor arenas.
NameSkate, Roller
Riedell Shoes, Incorporated
c. 1900
ARTHUR H. THOMAS COMPANY
