Whatever Happened to Zaberer’s in North Wildwood? If you spent any time in the Wildwoods decades ago, there are certain names that immediately bring back memories. Old rides. Motels that are no longer here. Restaurants your family went to every summer. And then there was Zaberer’s. For generations of Wildwood vacationers, Zaberer’s Restaurant was more …
Remembering North Wildwood’s Thunderbird Motel When you talk about some of the most legendary hotels and motels that once dotted the shore of the Wildwoods, everyone always has their one that they highlight as their favorite. Or at least the most memorable. As someone who grew up in the age of the condo craze, which …
How South Jersey’s Beach Towns Got Their Names Every summer, millions of people visit South Jersey’s beaches, but few stop to wonder how these iconic shore towns got their names. Except for our follower James, who wanted to know the history of these town names. While some are exactly what you’d expect, others trace their …
FIRST LOOK Children’s Fresh Air Home In North Wildwood For more than a century, the Children’s Fresh Air Home has stood as a symbol of hope in North Wildwood. Now, after years of planning, fundraising, and construction, the historic building has officially reopened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the beginning of a new chapter for …
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 …