John A. Miller (1847-1941) was an "...innovative and influential figure in the history of amusement parks." (Cartmell, Robert. The Incredible Scream Machine: A History of the Roller Coaster. Fairview Park, Ohio: Amusement Park Books, Inc., 1987.)
Miller was a genius. He was an inventor. He was a prolific designer and builder of roller coasters and other amusement devices and buildings. Miller was the "Thomas Edison" of roller coasters and is the father of today's coasters.
Remaiming examples of John Miller's work include the Jack Rabbit and the Racer at Kennywood Park and the Big Dipper at Six Flags Worlds of Adventure.
