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How tradition, nostalgia, and a bit of change have helped a Utah amusement park live on

The first iteration of the park opened in July 1886.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) People ride Cannibal at Lagoon Amusement Park. The park, which first opened in 1886, will celebrate 140 years of operation on July 15.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) People ride Cannibal at Lagoon Amusement Park. The park, which first opened in 1886, will celebrate 140 years of operation on July 15.