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conductor as well as others who played a role in saving African Americans from slavery. The museum focuses on Tubman, who lived and worked in Cape May in the 1850s while raising funds and working to free slaves. During the summer, from Juneteenth through Sept. 17, the museum has tours Wednesdays through Sundays. www.harriettubmanmuseum.org
Take a sharp turn from the genteel and quaint Victorian or Civil War eras and step into the vibrant world of the Doo Wop Museum in Wildwood. This museum celebrates the kitschy charm that defines the Wildwoods. In addition to the exhibits, the museum offers tours of the island’s Doo Wop motels on during the summer. For more information, visit www.doowopusa.org
Ocean City’s Bayside Center is dedicated to celebrating the environmental and cultural aspects of Ocean City’s bayfront along the Great Egg Harbor Bay. The Bayside Center offers a unique opportunity to learn about the South Jersey seashore environment through various exhibits, displays, and educational information.
Explore the rich history at The Cape May County Historical Museum, located in the John
Holmes House—one of the county’s oldest structures (circa 1755) – offers a fascinating journey through time. The museum showcases furnishings, costumes, tools, and both decorative and practical objects from the 17th to the 20th centuries. The museum is located at 540 Route 9, Cape May Court House. For more information, call 609-465-3535 or visit www.cmcmuseum.org
Inside the Millville Army Airfield Museum, you will discover a rich trove of World War II aviation history. Located at the Millville Executive Airport, the museum offers a comprehensive look at the Millville Army Airfield, which was America’s first defense airport during the war. The exhibits include vintage aircraft such as the P-47 Thunderbolt, along with detailed models, photographs, and original documents that showcase the airfield’s operations. The museum also features a collection of uniforms, medals, and personal items from the pilots and ground crew who trained there, bringing personal stories to life. Interactive exhibits like flight simulators provide an engaging experience, and the museum hosts special events and educational programs throughout the year. www.p47millville.org
Nestled along the picturesque Maurice River, the Bayshore Center at Bivalve is a hub for preserving the rich history and ecology of the Delaware Bay. The center’s museum shines a spotlight on the once-thriving oyster industry that was the region’s heartbeat. A key attraction is the restored oyster schooner, AJ Meerwald, New Jersey’s official tall ship. The Bayshore Center also features the Delaware Bay Museum and Folklife Center, where you can explore historic oyster shipping sheds. For more information call 856-785-2060 or visit www.bayshorecenter.org
Take a step back in time at The Cumberland County Historical Society operates six museums on Ye Greate Street in Greenwich. The John DuBois Maritime Museum houses a large collection of Southern New Jersey maritime artifacts, and the Gibbon House, built in 1730, is furnished with items from the 18th and 19th centuries. Also on the grounds is the 1650 Swedish Granary. The Alan Carman Museum of Prehistory from Cumberland County houses Native American artifacts from the local area. All museums are free to visit. For more information, call 856- 455-8580, visit www.cchistsoc.org, or follow them on Facebook. l
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