Near County Park Road west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
The Eastern Tiger Salamanders presence here in New Jersey is trouble. Once prevalent in many areas of the state, habitat destruction and barriers such as roads and housing developments between ponds had led to genetic isolation of small groups. They . . . — — Map (db m209372) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.3 miles east of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Characteristics: Early pioneers in North America named this large member of the deer family the Elk, because it closely resembled that of the European Elk. Genetically speaking it is not very closely related to the European elk and is more . . . — — Map (db m190989) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.3 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Characteristics: These small New World Monkeys are identified by their distinctive white mustache which was thought to resemble that of Emperor Wilhelm III of Germany. These small primates weigh about one pound and have speckled brown hair . . . — — Map (db m209370) HM
Near County Park Road west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Because of the precarious status of their population in New Jersey, the Cape May County Zoo working with the New Jersey Division of Fish & Wildlife and Montclair State University designed a project aimed at reestablishing the salamander back into . . . — — Map (db m209374) HM
On North Main Street, 0.1 miles south of Church Street, on the left when traveling north.
The Cape May County Court House was completed on this site in 1850 by local master builder/architect, Daniel Hand. Shamgar Hand, his ancestor, had settled on this same site in 1695.
Cape May Court House has been the County seat since . . . — — Map (db m103865) HM
This memorial honors all American veterans of Cape May County who, although separated by generations, shared a common, undeniable goal -- to valiantly protect our country's freedoms.
The memories of these American veterans of this . . . — — Map (db m247311) WM
On Dias Creek Road, on the left when traveling south.
Served with the 3rd Squad 2nd Plt. Golf Company. Battalion Landing Team 2/8 during Operation "Urgent Fury" the Grenada Invasion.
November 16, 1983
Showed outstanding alertness, diligence and selflessness. During operations ashore on . . . — — Map (db m247481) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.2 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the right when traveling east.
August 31, 2003 Mara began preliminary testing here at the Cape May County Zoo to prepare for her journey.
Mara at the age of 14 months began her trip on September 29, 2003. She was transfered to White Oak Conservation Center in Florida for . . . — — Map (db m190943) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.3 miles east of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Characteristics: The Ostrich is the world's largest bird. They exhibit sexual dimorphism with the males having red necks and black body plumage with white wing tips and tail. The females are a diffuse grayish brown color. Ostriches cannot . . . — — Map (db m191033) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.2 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), in the median.
What: Palm oil is a form of vegetable oil obtained from the fruit of the African oil palm tree. It is the most widely produced edible oil with over 44 metric tons produced annually. Palm oil can be found in products that you eat . . . — — Map (db m191060) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.3 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
For millennia, American Bison Herds roamed the Great Plains by the millions — until overhunting drove them nearly to extinction. Colorado State University, partnering with institutions like the Cape May County Zoo are helping to return this . . . — — Map (db m190994) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.3 miles east of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
The Red Panda is considered one of the most honored and important species to the native people of Nepal. The Nepalese people refer to bamboo eaters as "poonya", which translates into the name panda. Since bamboo is red pandas primary food source . . . — — Map (db m191009) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.3 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Characteristics: Ring-tailed Lemurs are neither a monkey nor an ape but instead belong to a primitive group of primates called Prosimians. Easily identified by it's black and white ringed tail, the Ring-tailed Lemur is a small . . . — — Map (db m191052) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.3 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Ring-tailed Lemurs (Lemur catta) are classified as near Threatened on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (International Union for the Conservation of Nature). It is thought that this species has undergone a 25% reduction in the wild . . . — — Map (db m191038) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.2 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Golden Lion Tamarins are an endangered species native to Brazil's Atlantic Coastal forest. By the early 1960s there were fewer than 200 of these small primates left! Thanks to help from Conservation Organizations, Brazil's Government and AZA . . . — — Map (db m191002) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.2 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Snow Leopards (Panthera uncia) are one of the most endangered species of wild cat on the planet with an estimated population of 4000-6000 individuals left in the wild. Their population has declined 20% over the past 2 generations, making . . . — — Map (db m191059) HM
On East Main Street, 0.2 miles east of Shore Road (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling east.
Susie Smith - first teacher at the one room public school
Alice DeVane Jones - original settler and devoted teacher for forty eight years
Inez Kelly Jones Edmonds - first principal and teacher for forty years
Charlotte Roberson Harmon - . . . — — Map (db m114598) HM
Near County Park Road, 0.3 miles west of North Main Street (U.S. 9), on the left when traveling west.
Why are there fewer bees?
Beekeepers and scientists agree that honey bee numbers have been in decline for years. The reason for the decline are varied and include:
• Parasitic mites that were introduced . . . — — Map (db m190987) HM
On Shore Road (U.S. 9) at East Main Street, on the right when traveling north on Shore Road.
Last African-American Congressman of the Reconstruction Era.
Only black member of the 55th Congress.
Attorney and founding member of Whitesboro, NJ.
Recognizing that economic power would be the path to equality for Black Americans, . . . — — Map (db m168924) HM
The stone block below marks the original terminus of the Anglesea Railroad, as shown on a map field with the Secretary of State linked with the West Jersey Railroad at a point 2.6 miles south of Cape May Court House Station, and eventually ran from . . . — — Map (db m118606) HM
On West 1st Avenue at New Jersey Avenue, on the left when traveling west on West 1st Avenue.
I measc laochra na ngael go raibh a nainmeacha
[Among the Gaelic heroes are these names]
Bobby Sands • Francis Hughes • Raymond McCreesh • Patsy O'Hara • Joe McDonnell • Martin Hurson • Kevin Lynch • Kieran . . . — — Map (db m209319) HM
On N Central Avenue at E 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling north on N Central Avenue. Reported permanently removed.
Primary seacoast lights were located to warn mariners of their proximity to land, the presence of navigational dangers, and to help set their course. By 1852, however, lighthouses and lightships often looked so much alike that it was difficult to . . . — — Map (db m46293) HM
In February 1904 Borough Council, authorized construction of a Boardwalk on Surf Avenue from this point to the Borough’s southern border. It was removed just 8 years later due to the rapidly expanding beach, and a new Boardwalk was built closer to . . . — — Map (db m118605) HM
In March 1912 Borough Council authorized the removal of the Boardwalk on Surf Avenue and construction of a new Boardwalk closer to the ocean. The 1912 Boardwalk would connect with the boardwalk in Wildwood, which had also been moved eastward from . . . — — Map (db m118608) HM
On North Central Avenue north of East 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Several Life-Saving Service/Coast Guard station structures have served the Hereford Inlet area. The original 1849 Life-Saving Station provided assistance to stranded steamers and coal traders using the coastal waterways. It was moved further . . . — — Map (db m209300) HM
Near North Central Avenue north of East 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
God's beauty surrounds us
In loving memory of
Deborah Jacobs Welsh
Flight Attendant - United Flight 93 9-11-01
With love from her friends — — Map (db m209307) WM
On N Central Avenue at E 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling north on N Central Avenue.
This plaque was presented on June 3, 2006 by the New Jersey Sarah Soper Chapter of the National Society Colonial Dames XVII Century to recognize the unique architecture of the building and its importance as an aid to navigation. — — Map (db m46294) HM
On North Central Avenue north of East 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
After the Lighthouse was moved to this spot in 1913, it continued to guide mariners and replaced by a steel tower with an automated beacon in 1964. When the State of New Jersey leased the Lighthouse to the City of North Wildwood in 1986 the . . . — — Map (db m209309) HM
On Central Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Work was completed in the spring of 1874 at this site, the original location of the Hereford Inlet Lighthouse. The fourth-order Fresnel Lens in the tower was illuminated for the first time on May 11, 1874. Erosion on the south side of the Inlet, due . . . — — Map (db m118223) HM
On North Central Avenue north of East 1st Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Designed by Paul J. Pelz, architect of the US Library of Congress this fourth order lighthouse was constructed for the sake of mariners to mark the entrance to the Hereford Inlet. Listed on the New Jersey Register of Historic Places, 1976. Listed on . . . — — Map (db m209305) HM
Built in 1880, the Hotel Anglesea stood 300 feet east of this marker and was the site of the first Borough Council Meeting on June 3, 1885. The Hotel was 150 feet long with 50 rooms, but just two stories high so as to not obstruct the beacon of the . . . — — Map (db m118607) HM
On West 1st Avenue at Olde New Jersey Avenue, on the left when traveling west on West 1st Avenue.
The West Jersey Railroad's Angelsea Station was built here in 1889 as part of the West Jersey's new right-of-way. The West Jersey merged with numerous other Pennsylvania Railroad subsidiaries in 1896 to form the West Jersey & Seashore Railroad. This . . . — — Map (db m209308) HM
The WJSRR’s North Wildwood Station, located at this site, was very busy during the growth of the southern part of the Borough in the early 1900s, but the tracks in North Wildwood were abandoned after the Pennsylvania and Reading Railroads merged . . . — — Map (db m118609) HM
On East 4th Street just west of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This is the top of the rudder post from the 329 foot iron hull bark Sindia. On December 15, 1901 the Sindia was grounded at 17th Street beach. The US Lifesaving crew from this station, under the command of keeper John Mackay Corson, . . . — — Map (db m208354) HM
On Welcome Center at Stainton Memorial Causeway (New Jersey Route 52), on the right when traveling north on Welcome Center.
Dedicated in loving memory of G. Francisco Baez, who was killed while making road repairs to this highway on August 10, 1993.
"Frankie" will be sadly missed by his mother, father, family, friends, and co-workers - Crew 4560 of the New Jersey . . . — — Map (db m208352) HM
On Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace, on the right when traveling east on Boardwalk.
This flagpole is dedicated in honor of three decorated veterans from Ocean City.
Joseph Caserta, U.S. Army was a tank driver in some of the fiercest World War II battles in Europe. His bravery earned him the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and . . . — — Map (db m208360) HM WM
The tower and bells were dedicated to the glory of God on June 14, 1998.
In 1893 the federal government commissioned a set of thirteen bells to provide the music for a celebration commemorating the 100th anniversary of the laying of the . . . — — Map (db m155074) HM
On Wesley Avenue just west of 5th Street, on the left when traveling west.
In Grateful Memory
To the men and women
from this community who served
in the Armed Forces
of the United States
during any wars.
and
a lasting tribute
to those who gave their lives,
in the services
of their country . . . — — Map (db m153620) WM
On Boardwalk west of East 7th Street, on the right when traveling west.
In loving memory of a wonderful husband, father, son, brother, uncle and brother-in-law. Thanks for all the love, laughter, good times in Ocean City and a lifetime of memories. You will be in our hearts forever. We love and miss you. — — Map (db m208362) WM
On East 9th Street at Boardwalk, on the right when traveling west on East 9th Street.
Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge is the oldest business on the boardwalk in Ocean City, N.J. In 1898 William Shriver founded Shriver's as a restaurant, candy & ice cream store. In 1959 Shriver's was purchased by four brothers who owned a chain of . . . — — Map (db m208357) HM
Owned by Anglo American Oil; Captain Allen McKenzie Built in 1887 by Harland & Wolf, Belfast, Ireland.
Four masted steel bark Length 329 ft-depth of hold 26 ft Breadth 45 ft-Net Tonnage 2929
The Sindia en route from . . . — — Map (db m92393) HM
On Wesley Avenue at E. 3rd Street on Wesley Avenue.
The District, bounded by 3rd and 8th Streets and Central to Ocean Avenues, has been placed on both the State and National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.
On October 20, 1879, Simon Lake, Ezra B. . . . — — Map (db m92402) HM
The District, bounded by 3rd and 8th Streets and Central to Ocean Avenues, has been placed on both the State and National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.
On October 20, 1879, Simon Lake, Ezra B. . . . — — Map (db m92403) HM
On Wesley Avenue at East 9th Street, on the right when traveling north on Wesley Avenue.
The District, bounded by 3rd and 8th Streets and Central to Ocean Avenues, has been placed on both the State and National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.
On October 20, 1879, Simon Lake, Ezra B. . . . — — Map (db m208353) HM
On East 4th Street just east of Atlantic Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Preservation made possible by
The City of Ocean City
with a matching grant from the
Garden State Historic Preservation Trust
Administered by the
New Jersey Historic Trust
2010
The U.S. Life-Saving Service was founded in . . . — — Map (db m208355) HM
On Wesley Avenue just west of 5th Street, on the left when traveling west.
In dedication and remembrance to the U.S. Navy Seamen who gave their lives aboard the U.S.S. Arizona at Pearl Harbor December 7, 1941 — — Map (db m153621) WM
On Atlantic Avenue at Plaza Place, on the right when traveling north on Atlantic Avenue.
Plaza Place, formerly known as Brighton Estates, has welcomed visitors for more than a century. Unique and diverse architecture distinguishes the homes in this neighborhood, which is bordered by 7th Street, Pelham Place, Atlantic and Wayne Avenues. . . . — — Map (db m208356) HM
On East 7th Street at Little Wayne Avenue, on the right when traveling west on East 7th Street.
Plaza Place, formerly known as Brighton Estates, has welcomed visitors for more than a century. Unique and diverse architecture distinguishes the homes in this neighborhood, which is bordered by 7th Street, Pelham Place, Atlantic and Wayne Avenues. . . . — — Map (db m208361) HM
Irene was a beloved member of this community, who served as Sea Isle City's Director of Public Relations for nearly two decades. A founding member of the Beachcomber Tour Guides, she was also involved with AARP, the Beautification Committee, the . . . — — Map (db m247283) HM
On John F Kennedy Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
The Fish Alley Memorial Project and the people of Sea Isle proudly honor our commercial fishermen for their contributions to the community and to America.The strength and character of these outstanding men shaped our city, in the face of tremendous . . . — — Map (db m247336) HM
On Central Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Photo: Helicopter
Caption: During 1962 storm, intersection of JFK Blvd/Park Rd was used as launching pad for Coast Guard/Navy rescue helicopters. Hundreds were flown to Ocean View. Such rescues were conducted at several locations on . . . — — Map (db m247299) HM
On Central Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Photo: Train Station
Caption: In 1882, train service began. The train station was located at middle island near present post office. Trains entered town same location as today's bridge. Several railroad lines including West Jersey . . . — — Map (db m247301) HM
On John F Kennedy Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
Photo: Brook's Motorized Trolley Car
Caption: Brook's Motorized Trolley traveled Landis Ave north to Continental Hotel 25th Street and south to Cupid's Garden in Townsends Inlet. Later went to Strathmere, in service 1904-1918. — — Map (db m247303) HM
On John F Kennedy Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
Photo: Braca Cafe, Newsstand, Movie Theatre; Circa 1910
Caption: Braca Enterprises JFK Blvd at Pleasure Ave over 100 years in business. Trains turned south onto Pleasure Ave to Townsends Inlet, Avalon and Stone Harbor. Train stopped . . . — — Map (db m247305) HM
Caption: Women's Civic Club, here, oldest organization in Sea Isle City. Excursion House, north, hub of all town activity. Both buildings on boardwalk at JFK Blvd until the 1962 storm. — — Map (db m247306) HM
On John F Kennedy Boulevard, on the right when traveling east.
WM. Smith
Company G 315 Infantry
Wounded at or near
Verdun on
October 31, 1918
Died same date
Buried in Fernwood
Cemetery Phila. PA.
Sunday July 24
1921
On 2nd Avenue at 96th Street, on the right when traveling south on 2nd Avenue.
The oldest municipal building in use in Stone Harbor it was authorized by Borough Council in 1923 and erected in 1924.
The “Water Works” is a good example of Spanish Revival architecture, popular in the 1920’s.
It was erected and equipped . . . — — Map (db m114603) HM
Common reed, also known by its scientific name Phragmites, is a native plant that aggressively invades productive marshlands. Other grasses, such as smooth cordgrass and salt hay, cannot survive among its tall stalks and dense roots. . . . — — Map (db m92391) HM
Vintage House 1895 Stone Harbor
The Historic Tatham Life Saving Station Circa 1895
This property has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places
By the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m97832) HM
On 2nd Ave at 114th Street, on the right when traveling south on 2nd Ave.
Atlantic Maritime Forest
The Egret Espy Trail winds through a rare example of Atlantic Maritime Forest. These forests once covered barrier islands but are now rare due to development. The trail traverses the high dune ridges and . . . — — Map (db m246905) HM
Each of our five branches of service are represented by those that have served and who have made this exhibit possible. Each served our country honorably and fought to preserve our freedom. We thank them and all of our Veterans.
Our Mission
The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation's largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to . . . — — Map (db m246907) HM
On 117th Street, on the right when traveling west.
Design: Surfboat style
Rescued: In 2006 from a location in Brewster, Cape Cod, Massachusetts by Stone Harbor Post #331 American Legion members
History: Believed to be a surfboat that saw service at Chatham, Cape . . . — — Map (db m246915) HM
1854 - Life Saving Stations were established along the coast by Congress.
1855 - A Life Saving Station is built at present day 80th and First Ave.
1895 - Life Saving Station #36 is built at present location in Stone Harbor. — — Map (db m246911) HM
On Shore Road (Route 9) 0.1 miles south of Argoe Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Built in 1716, a monthly meeting first formed in 1702. This is the oldest Quaker place of worship in New Jersey that is still used for services. — — Map (db m209298) HM
On Stevens Street (County Road 607) west of Bayshore Road (County Road 607), on the right when traveling west.
Our Agricultural Heritage Through Preservation…
The Rea farm, an area of 82 plus acres remains preserved farmland in perpetuity because of the foresight of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Rea. The borough will always be indebted to the Rea's for not . . . — — Map (db m209348) HM
On Myrtle Avenue west of Park Boulevard, on the left when traveling west.
Historic West Cape May Remembers…
West Cape May was incorporated as an independent borough in 1884, but as early as the 1690's farmsteads dotted this area of 1.2 square miles. Legend has it that when the Lenape Indians crossed the . . . — — Map (db m206411) HM
On Myrtle Avenue west of Park Boulevard, on the left when traveling west.
West Cape May Remembers…
The things that aren't here anymore…
The Goldbeaten Industry
The Goldbeaten industry was started by George Reeves in 1864 behind his home. In 1881, he built a two-storey factory on . . . — — Map (db m206407) HM
On Sunset Boulevard (County Road 606) 0.4 miles west of Cape Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
1890, when Whitmer Stone first observed the spectacle of fall hawk migration in Cape May it was accompanied by the continuous sound of gunfire.
Dr. Stone:
⬥ devoted more than 50 years of service to the Academy of . . . — — Map (db m209361) HM
On Sunset Boulevard (County Road 606) 0.4 miles west of Cape Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
Look around you.
Every year, in this location, thousands of migrating birds were slaughtered.
Cape May's location leads large numbers of migrating birds to rest and feed here before continuing their long journeys. In the late 19th and . . . — — Map (db m209364) HM
On East Burk Avenue west of Pacific Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
This park is home to the first school in Holly Beach in 1882 at the age of 15, Mary Van Valin, the daughter of the Mayor started a one room school for ten students. The first school was located at Taylor and Beach Avenues. This Mini House was . . . — — Map (db m209327) HM
On East Burk Avenue west of Pacific Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
This maypole
erected here in 1886
to serve the children of
Holly Beach School
is dedicated to the memory of
a loyal citizen and educator
Lanning Myers
1882 - 1945
First High School Principal
1906 - 1924 . . . — — Map (db m209330) HM
On Ocean Avenue at East Burk Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Ocean Avenue.
In memory of the men and women who served in the Vietnam War and later died as a result of their service.
We honor & remember their sacrifice. — — Map (db m209322) WM
Near Henkensifkin Road, 0.1 miles south of Woodbine Avenue (County Road 550), on the right when traveling south.
"In every season, water is the life blood of the Pinelands, sending forth nourishment to all forms of life."From the film, My Pine Barrens Land - May 1988
At first glance, it is no . . . — — Map (db m153646) HM
On North Delsea Drive (New Jersey Route 47) north of New Jersey Route 83, on the right when traveling north.
A causeway was built here in the 1790s establishing a new overland route. By the 19th century Dennis Creek Landing became a major shipbuilding center on the Delaware Bay. Many homes in South Dennisville still reflect the architecture that was seen . . . — — Map (db m68283) HM
Near Henkensifkin Road, 0.1 miles south of Woodbine Avenue (County Road 550), on the right when traveling south.
The 1.1 million acre New Jersey Pinelands, covering nearly covering nearly one quarter of the state, is a region of varied resources and opportunities. The Pinelands is home to almost twelve hundred species of plants and animals, many unique . . . — — Map (db m153648) HM
On Dehirsch Avenue at Adams Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Dehirsch Avenue.
To the men of Woodbine who went to camp and overseas in the World War 1914 - 1918 prepared to give their all
Michael V. Abramson • Simon B. Alexenberg • Harry Becker • Jacob Breslow • Edward Breslow • Michael Blume • Samuel Becker • Max . . . — — Map (db m153644) WM
On Washington Avenue (County Route 557) 0.1 miles Dehirsch Avenue (County Route 550), on the left when traveling south.
Dedicated to the honor and sacrifice of our men and women who served our country in all wars
★ ★ ★
Let none forget they gave their all and faltered not when came the call — — Map (db m153645) WM
