Cape May in Cape May County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Roland E. White
1900 - 1976
| | Father of the Mall | |
This attractive mall is dedicated to and named for the man whose vision, commitment, determination and extraordinary civic pride were to an immeasurable degree responsible for its completion in 1971.
The Washington Street Mall, a priceless contribution to Cape May's esthetic charm, is a singular achievement and a permanent legacy reflecting a citizen's community concern.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Places • Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical year for this entry is 1971.
Location. 38° 55.964′ N, 74° 55.379′ W. Marker is in Cape May, New Jersey, in Cape May County. It is on Washington Street west of Decatur Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 413 Washington St, Cape May NJ 08204, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on New Jersey’s Jersey Shore. It is also in the American Northeast and in the Mid-Atlantic. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Netherland and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Cape May Historic District (a few steps from this marker); Lt. Richard Wickes (within shouting distance of this marker); Business District (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Edgar Arthur Draper (about 300 feet away); Edwin Joseph Hill, CMH (about 300 feet away); "The Visitor's Church" (about
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Additional keywords. pedestrian malls
Credits. This page was last revised on September 18, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 18, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 503 times since then and 18 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on September 18, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
