Welcome to Peabody, Home of Record-Holding Ice Cream Man

Allan Ganz has been the city’s beloved ice cream man for nearly 70 years. He is recognized by Guinness World Records as having the record for the longest career as an ice cream man. They awarded him the official title of “Longest Career as an Ice Cream Man.”

Now, visitors to Peabody will know that the city is home to Ganz, the “King of Cool.”

The city recently put up a sign at the corner of Lowell and Goodale Streets, which is close to his neighborhood.

The sign proclaims Peabody as the home of Ganz, the Guinness record holder for the longest career as an ice cream man.

“Mr. Ganz is an institution in Peabody and has brought cool treats and smiles to generations of kids and adults alike,” said Mayor Ted Bettencourt.

Ganz joined his father’s ice cream truck and starting selling with his dad at the age of 10 in 1947, according to Guinness World Records. Then, they sold ice cream Everett and Malden, Massachusetts, cities outside Boston. Ganz, 77, continued working with his dad until he was 19. After a 22-month stint in the armed forces, he returned to selling with his dad and has not stopped serving since. His father sold ice cream until he turned 86.

In 1977, Allan bought his own truck and moved to Peabody.