There’s no place better for families than Cape May! You’ll find a variety of multi-generational activities designed for kids and parents (or grandparents) to enjoy together. In addition to trolley tours, house tours and nature tours, MAC offers lots of family-perfect activities during the summer season. So, get off the beach for awhile and out of that arcade and do something together!

Family Fun Calendar

FEATURED EVENTS

CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE

The present tower, which is the third documented lighthouse at the southern tip of New Jersey, has been an aid-to-navigation for mariners and attraction for visitors since it was built in 1859.

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FAMILY FUN CRAFTS SHOWS AT THE CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE

a family gathered outside of the cape may lighthouse

Wednesdays, July 7-August 18: 9am – 2 pm

The 1859 Cape May Lighthouse in Cape May Point State Park, Lower Township, is a beacon for fun! Join us this summer and enjoy kid-friendly activities and games,  music and crafts vendors at the base of the lighthouse. See a restored Monomoy Life Saving boat on display and learn about its history. Free admission to the grounds.

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CHILDREN’S TROLLEY RIDE

A young family of four on the children's trolley tour

Board MAC’s jolly red trolley for a guided tour of Cape May’s Historic District geared specially for 3 to 7 year olds. From gingerbread you can’t eat to witches’ caps on houses, kids will be fascinated by “show and tell” along the way. Trolley tours last about 30 minutes.

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FESTIVALS AT THE PHYSICK ESTATE

2 kids holding painted pumpkins that htye made at the crafts table at a cape may mac festival on the grounds of the physick estate

Don’t miss these fun family festivals on the beautiful grounds of the Estate!

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CAPE MAY FAMILY TREASURE HUNT

treasure map

Discover the fun of exploring Cape May and uncovering its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective! The Family Treasure Hunt packet includes a clues sheet and map that will take you on a self-guided discovery tour set to your own pace (answer sheet also included). A great family activity for any time of day, it’s available year-round.

Free – Donation Suggested

Pick-up at one of our points of sale.

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STORY STOPS AT THE PHYSICK ESTATE

a photo of a Cape May MAC Story Stop fixture used by self-guided tour goers.

Look for various story stops on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate and listen to first-hand accounts of life at the Physick Estate during Victorian days in Cape May.

1048 Washington St., Cape May

FREE

CAPE MAY BIKE TOUR BOOK

A self-guided tour book, perfect for biking or walking in Cape May, NJ. Book includes a map indicating notable sites and information on historic Cape May buildings and architecture.

Pick-up at one of our points of sale.

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PHYSICK ESTATE SCAVENGERS HUNT

emlen physick estate on washington street in cape may new jersey

Have an adventure the whole family will enjoy at the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate! Use our map to explore the grounds and find the answers to questions about the Physick family and life in Victorian times on this educational scavenger hunt. Turn in your answer sheet at the Carriage House Museum Shop and receive a prize!

Available daily at the Hill House office or the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. and at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth.

Free – Donation Suggested

Pick-up at one of our points of sale.

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