Cape May, NJ is a National Historic Landmark and a visit would not be complete without soaking in some history. We have compiled a selection of tours and special events for any history buff.
EMLEN PHYSICK ESTATE
A visit to the Physick Estate today offers a look back at our Victorian past as evidenced by its architecture, decorative arts, customs, and the lives of one particular Cape May family, the Physicks.
TROLLEY TOURS
Hop on one of Cape May MAC’s cheery red trolleys where knowledgeable guides will tell you everything you want to know about America’s first seaside resort, from our Victorian heritage to our seashore and maritime history and more, with plenty of fun facts sprinkled in.
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.
WORLD WAR II LOOKOUT TOWER
Built in 1942, Fire Control Tower No. 23 was one of 15 towers that helped aim batteries of coastal artillery, stretching from North Wildwood, N.J. to Bethany Beach, DE.
LUNCH & LEARN SERIES
Bring a bag lunch and learn as the popular Lunch and Learn series returns with informative talks on popular topics of history, culture and the arts.
LESSONS OF HISTORY LECTURE SERIES
GIVE ‘EM HELL, HARRY!
The life and presidency of Harry S. Truman
as portrayed by his grandson Clifton Truman Daniel
VICTORIAN WEEKEND
Visit Victorian Cape May and celebrate the unique heritage of America’s first seashore resort.
SHERLOCK HOLMES WEEKENDS
The game’s afoot in Victorian Cape May… Choose your weekend for a suspense-filled encounter with that inimitable detective Sherlock Holmes in the National Historic Landmark City of Cape May, New Jersey.