Cape May’s LOST Elephant – The Light of Asia In the annals of Cape May’s history lies a fascinating tale of innovation, ambition, and the enduring legacy of a wooden elephant named the “Light of Asia.” Back in 1884, amid the serene backdrop of the beach that separated Cape Island from Cape May Point, groups …
The Day New Jersey Was Almost Invaded It was a wake-up call, a realization that the unexpected could unfold on any coast. As the threat of German U-boats loomed, South Jersey found itself at the forefront of concern, positioned strategically at the mouth of the Delaware River, becoming a potential prime target. In the early …
The LOST Streets of North Wildwood The North Wildwood that we all love today was built off of one man’s dream of creating the perfect island. Its shape, waterways, and beaches were all designed over 100 years ago but, the final outcome was very different than what was planned for. The Wildwood Video Archive was …
The Abandoned Town of Sea Breeze New Jersey In American history, there exists a town that, for a brief and shining moment, was a thriving resort destination, drawing in tourists and offering unforgettable memories. That town is Sea Breeze, once a charming part of Fairfield Township in Cumberland County, New Jersey. Today, however, Sea Breeze …
Wildwood Video Archive Nominated For An Emmy PRESS RELEASE On Thursday, August 10th, the Mid-Atlantic chapter announced their 2023 Emmy Award nominations via a live stream on Youtube and Zoom. The Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards is a prominent division within the esteemed National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS). Established in the year 1981, this …
Battleship New Jersey to Undergo $5 Million Dry Docking for Restoration The iconic Battleship New Jersey, one of the most celebrated naval vessels in American history, is set to undergo a much-needed dry docking for restoration and preservation. The New Jersey Historical Commission, as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations Act signed into law …
New Jersey’s Lost Golf Course – Ponderlodge The Christian Schmidt Brewing Company, a renowned brewery steeped in history, traces its origins back to the mid-19th century. In 1860, Christian Schmidt, an immigrant from Germany, established the brewery in the city known as the “city of brotherly love,” Philadelphia. Christian Schmidt entered the brewing scene during …
Remembering The Hunt’s Starlight Ballroom Fire In the year 1981, a wind-whipped fire ravaged a row of stores on a sprawling amusement pier located in the heart of Wildwood. This devastating event caused extensive damage, amounting to millions of dollars, and tragically destroyed the site of a historic dance hall. In 1936, the Hunt family …
Cape May’s Sunken Submarine USS S-5 Cape May is filled with tons of history that is sometimes lost due to how much history has happened over the years. One of those stories is the disaster of the United States Submarine USS S-5. As far back as 1916, Cape May welcomed Submarines into Cape May harbor. …
South Jersey’s Ship Graveyard New Jersey has a long and storied history of shipwrecks, with its treacherous coast claiming numerous vessels throughout the years. The state’s location along the Atlantic Ocean, combined with its many inlets and sandbars, made it a perilous place for ships to navigate. Some of the most famous shipwrecks in New …