Silverwood has new owners

'Herschend was the only choice for us,' says Paul Norton

“Silverwood will remain Silverwood” under the new ownership of Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest family-held themed attractions company, the companies announced Friday.

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'A new chapter' for Silverwood

Theme Park to be acquired by Georgia-based entertainment company

Silverwood Theme Park will be acquired by Georgia-based Herschend Family Entertainment Corporation, the park announced in a press release on Wednesday. The two parties have signed an "exclusive term sheet," which outlines the terms and conditions of a potential business agreement.

Even fun can't escape rising costs

Silverwood No. 6 on list of highest ticket price increases; big pay hikes part of reason

Silverwood No. 6 on DealA's list of highest ticket price increases since 2017