If you grew up in the 60s, 70s, or 80s, then you know firsthand how fast time flies. There are many activities that highlight this truth, and one of them is the way playgrounds have changed. Truth be told, some of the old and outdated playgrounds from those eras are just downright dangerous.
We’ve found over 60 pictures that will make you realize how the times have changed, and some of them might bring you flashbacks.
Here are 60 pictures of the “not so safe” playgrounds of the past
Oh to be young again…
1. Hunk of metal
When it comes to the playgrounds of the past, a lot of the equipment was just hunks of metal that they shaped into something kids can play on. Just look at this with a hole in the middle, does anyone even know what this is?
2. Witch’s hat
If you’re old enough to remember witch’s hats on playgrounds, then you’ve definitely played on your fair share of janky ones. Look at that thing, it doesn’t even look like something children should go near, let alone play on.
3. Animal swings
Animal swings are the best in my opinion. I can remember going to the park and always picking my favorite giraffe to swing on. Oh how the time flies, those were the days
4. Spinning saucers
Back in the day, it was like anything that spun was a good fit for a kid’s playground. It didn’t even matter how potentially dangerous the spinning equipment was, they just knew how much kids love to be dizzy.
5. Tire swings
When it comes to playground nostalgia, a tire swing always brings back those wonderful memories…Unless you were the kid who flew off of one that is, then it probably brings up some PTSD.
