Historical Markers and War Memorials in Stone Harbor, New Jersey
Cape May is the county seat for Cape May County
Stone Harbor is in Cape May County
Cape May County(178) ► ADJACENT TO CAPE MAY COUNTY Atlantic County(280) ► Cumberland County(85) ► Kent County, Delaware(276) ► Sussex County, Delaware(509) ►
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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
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
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
