This Week in Cape May: Oct. 6-Nov. 16, 2023

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HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS Trolley Tours Pg. 5 Cape May Lighthouse Pg. 9

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THIS WEEK in CAPE MAY

Vol. LI Number 10 Oct. 6-Nov. 15, 2023

CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE..............9

LESSONS OF HISTORY:

Climb 199 steps to the top!

Lighthouse Challenge............................57.

Lighthouse Full Moon Climb............... 66 Memorial Brick Pavers............................ 72 Monomoy Life-Saving Boat................. 96 Stairway to the Stars................................21

ALEXANDER HAMILTON:

EMLEN PHYSICK ESTATE........ 6 & 7

The Man, The Myth, The Legend

Tour Cape May’s only Victorian house museum Combination Trolley/ Physick Estate Tour............................. 10 Dept. 56 Exhibit.......................................82 Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour........................................ 80 Historic Haunts House Tour..................78 Historic Haunts Combo Tour................78 Phantoms of the Physick Estate............79

Presented by Dr. Robert Watson

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VICTORIAN WEEKEND

Physick Estate Matching Funds Campaign............................. 35 Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt............ 30 Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate.. 77 Strange Victorian Obsessions Combo Tour.........................................81 Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour...........................................81 Trick or Treat at the Physick Estate........82 Voices from Beyond House Tour.........83

Celebrate our Victorian heritage over the long Columbus Day Weekend

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HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS There’s no better place to spend the spooky time of year than right here in haunted Cape May!

WORLD WAR II LOOKOUT TOWER MUSEUM & MEMORIAL................ 8

Learn about Cape May’s role in World War II

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THIS WEEK IN CAPE MAY Published by Cape May MAC

C e l e b r at i n g H i s to ry ... E n r i ch i n g L i v e s P.O. Box 340 • 1048 Washington St., Cape May, NJ 08204 • (609) 884-5404 Editors Jody Alessandrine • Mary Stewart Designer ... Jean Barraclough

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on CALENDAR starts INFO/TICKETS Pg. 39 CAPE MAY MAC APP Pg. 86 page 20

CAPE MAY ACTIVITIES

FOOD & WINE

Crafts & Collectibles Shows..................14 “Explore Cape May” Guide Book.......63 Lunch & Learn.........................................51 “Quackery” Exhibit................................. 12 Sherlock Holmes Weekends...............19 TedX Cape May......................................92 The Temperance Tempest................... 69 Victorian Weekend Historic House Tour...........................65

Cape May Wine Trail..............................37 Vintage BYOB............................. 100-101

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt......... 30 Cape May Lighthouse..............................9 Dept. 56 Exhibit.......................................82 Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt............ 30 Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate.. 77 Trick or Treat at the Physick Estate........82 Whale & Dolphin Watching............... 105

CAPE MAY TOURS

Boat Tours Whale & Dolphin Watching............... 105 Whales & Dolphins Weekend Cruise.. 71 Backstreets & Byways City Tour................. 27 City Guide Golf Cart Tours........................ 44 Ghost Tours Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour........ 80 Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour........................................ 80 Historic Haunts House Tour..................78 Historic Haunts Combo Tour................78 Voices from Beyond House Tour.........83 Group Tours of Cape May........................ 44 Walking Tours Architecture Walking Tour.....................25 Fisherman’s Wharf Tour........................ 49

PERFORMING ARTS

Cape May Stage................................. 99 East Lynne Theater Company...........97

Facebook................................................118 Cape May MAC App.............................. 86 Cape May MAC Membership..... 116-117 Cape May MAC’s Museum Shops & Online Shop.............................89, 111 Wedding & Party Services.................... 98

COMING ATTRACTIONS Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony................. 113 Christmas Tours........................ 114

TROLLEY TOURS

Cape May Maritime Combo Tour....... 30 Cape May’s Forgotten Sports History Trolley Tour................43 Cape May’s Maritime Trolley Tour........57 Combination Trolley/ Physick Estate Tour............................. 10 Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour........ 80 Historic District Trolley Tour.................. 10 Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour.........11 Natural Habitats Trolley Tour................ 49 Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour.........22 Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour..............82 Underground Railroad Trolley Tour.....23 Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour....11

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOURS The Jewel in the Crown of Cape May’s Holiday Season!

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INDEX TO ADVERTISERS

Tours & Attractions..................... 85 Services/Accommodations....... 95 Dining/Entertainment............... 97 Shopping................................... 102

CAPE MAY MAP pages 60-61 Cape May Area Organizations.......................................................................... 58 Cape May Historic Accommodations...............................................................94 Church/Synagogue Directory........................................................................ 118 5

Time travelers welcome!

ORDER TICKETS ONLINE AT CAPEMAYMAC.ORG

1879 Emlen Physick Estate Tickets $ 20 adults, $ 15 children ages 3 to 12 SEE CALENDAR FOR TOUR DATES & TIMES Tickets are available at the Carriage House Visitors Center

1048 WASHINGTON ST.

Step back into the Cape May of more than 100 years ago and see how the wealthy lived and played at the town’s only Victorian house museum. Also visit the Estate’s Carriage House to see “Quackery: The Age of Questionable Medical Marvels,” the exhibit in the Carroll Gallery through Oct. 29. (see page 12). The first floor of the Physick House is fully accessible.

THE DOCTOR IS IN:

Each year, our tour of the Physick House Museum highlights a particular aspect of Victorian life and culture in Cape May. Despite never practicing medicine, Dr. Emlen Physick meaningfully affected the local medical community. This year on our tour, learn about the doctor and his influence around town, as well as common health practices around the turn of the 20th century.

MORE WAYS TO SEE THE PHYSICK ESTATE See page 7 Historic site administered by Cape May MAC

For more information call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org 6

MORE WAYS TO SEE THE

Emlen Physick Estate 1048 WASHINGTON ST.

There’s more than one way to enjoy this fully-restored, 18-room Victorian house museum, the only one of its kind in Cape May!

PHANTOMS OF THE PHYSICK ESTATE

An immersive experience where an original mystery dramatically unfolds around you as you travel through the rooms of the Physick Estate...SEE PAGE 79

COMBINATION TROLLEY/PHYSICK ESTATE TOUR

The ultimate Cape May experience as our knowledgeable guides first take you through the town’s Historic District and then visit the Physick Estate...SEE PAGE 10

GRAVEYARD, GHOSTS & MANSION COMBO TOUR

See the graves of Dr. Physick and his family and then return to the Physick Estate and visit rooms in the house and hear evidence of spirit activity ...SEE PAGE 80

HISTORIC HAUNTS TOUR

Visit the Physick Estate and learn about the Victorians’ fascination with spiritualism and today’s methods of “ghost hunting” ...SEE PAGE 78

HISTORIC HAUNTS COMBO TOUR

A Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour combined with a visit to the Physick Estate, where guides compare the Victorians’ methods of “ghost hunting” ...SEE PAGE 78

STRANGE VICTORIAN OBSESSIONS HOUSE TOUR

Tour select rooms of the Physick House Museum and learn about the Victorians and their love of magic, illusion and the mysterious and odd ...SEE PAGE 81

SPIRITS, ODDITIES & OBSESSIONS COMBO TOUR

Hear Cape May ghost stories as you travel the streets by trolley, then learn about the Victorians’ obsession with magic, illusion and the mysterious and odd in a tour of select rooms of the Physick House Museum ...SEE PAGE 81

VOICES FROM BEYOND HOUSE TOUR

Hear actual spirit voices captured by staff over the past 10 years in the Physick Estate. Draw your own conclusions on this exciting paranormal tour ...SEE PAGE 83

For more information, call 609-884-5404 Sponsored by Cape May MAC 7

WORLD WAR II LOOKOUT TOWER Fire Control Tower No. 23 Museum & Memorial

Sunset Boulevard near Cape May Point GPS: 536 Sunset Blvd., Cape May Point

See Calendar for Dates & Times

VETERANS DAY

Saturday, Nov. 11

Climb this fully restored tower and learn about the “war at the shore” and the defense of the Delaware River and Bay from enemy invasion

ADMISSION BY DONATION ONLY

The boardwalk, lined with interpretive panels, the All Veterans Memorial on the deck at the base of the Tower and the entry level are all fully accessible.

8 for adults, $5 children Veterans & Active Military Free $

Cape May MAC tours and historic sites will comply with current COVID guidelines. Please visit our website for up-to-date information.

Restoration has been undertaken by Cape May MAC in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Parks and Forestry. Funding for its restoration was provided by the New Jersey Historic Trust, the New Jersey Historical Commission, the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, a Save America’s Treasures Grant, and a Small Cities Community Development Block Grant administered by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.

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Cape May Lighthouse Located in Cape May Point State Park Lighthouse Avenue, off Sunset Boulevard GPS: 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point

See Calendar for Dates & Times (Last climb 15 minutes before closing)

Lighthouse Full Moon Climb See page 66

Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb See page 21

Climb 199 steps in this 1859 structure to the watch gallery (just below the lantern itself) for a panoramic view of the Jersey Cape & Delaware Bay! Tower admission: $12 adults $ 8 children (ages 3-12)

A fully accessible Visitors’ Orientation Center and Museum Shop carrying souvenirs, books and maritime items are located in the Oil House

Lighthouse Brick Paver Program See page 72 Monomoy Life-Saving Boat See page 96

The state park offers a Hawk Watch platform and nature trails, as well as a museum with live reptiles and nature displays, and there are covered pavilions and access to the beach (swimming is not allowed).You can also see the World War II bunker on the beach. Rest rooms are available in the park and there is ample free parking.

THE PARK IS CARRY IN, CARRY OUT

Restoration has been undertaken by Cape May MAC in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection/Division of Parks and Forestry, and was funded in part by the New Jersey Historic Trust, the ISTEA program administered by the NJ Department of Transportation, the Cape May County Open Space program and the 1772 Foundation.

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TROLLEY AROUND TOWN! Tours leave from the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street (GPS address 526 Washington St.), where tickets may be purchased.

HISTORIC DISTRICT TROLLEY TOURS

Trolley tour is open-a ir.

See Calendar for times

Cape May is beautiful and charming and feels every bit like it’s more than 100 years old. Step onto our trolley and into the past as knowledgeable guides present entertaining and enlightening stories about the nation’s oldest seashore resort and how it survived. (45-minute tour)

$20 for adults and $15 for children (ages 3-12)

FOR OTHER TROLLEY TOURS, SEE PAGES 11, 22, 23, 30, 43, 49, 57, 78, 80, 81, 82 Trolley tour portion is open-air.

The ultimate Cape May experience!

COMBINATION TROLLEY/ PHYSICK ESTATE TOURS See Calendar for times

Look and listen as your guide takes you back in time while your trolley travels through Cape May’s Historic District. Your time travel continues with a visit to the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate,(see page 5) Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, 1048 Washington St. (90-minute tour).

$38 for adults, $28 for children (ages 3-12)

Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC Accessible trolley tours are available but must For more information, call 609-884-5404 be pre-arranged at least 48 hours in advance or visit www.capemaymac.org by calling 609-884-5404 (press 0) 10

TROLLEY TOURS All trolley tours begin and end at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth, where tickets are sold

Mansions by the Sea TROLLEY TOUR

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See Calendar for Dates & Times

20 adults; Don’t be green with envy on this trolley tour when you see how well the rich lived in the early 1900s in the most elegant part of $ 15 children town. You’ll see the broad streets and summer “mansions” on (ages 3-12) Cape May’s east side on this trolley tour – an area marketed as “New Cape May” at the turn of the 20th Century, for the merely All Trolley wealthy to the fabulously rich. Tours begin and end at the Washtours are ington Street Mall Information Booth, where tickets are sold. open-air 45-minute tour. $

Welcome to Cape May TROLLEY TOUR

Offered Daily in October, plus Nov.4 & 11 See Calendar for Times This is the best introduction to Cape May for firsttimers. You’ll get the lay of the land and see some of Cape May’s most famous streets and landmarks in the Historic District. Learn why Cape May is the only National Historic Landmark City and why architectural and historic preservation is so important here. See hidden gems and little-known treasures of this glorious seaside town and hear about Cape May’s natural beauty and cultural points of interest for additional exploring later.

20 adults; $15 children (ages 3-12)

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For more information, call 609-884-5404 Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC Accessible trolley tours are available but must be pre-arranged at least 48 hours in advance by calling 609-884-5404 (press 0)

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Quackery: Toxic and shocking?

Toxic arsenic was widely consumed by Victorians. Women believed it had qualities which made skin appear younger, and so it was a major ingredient in many cosmetics – whereas men would consume arsenic pills as a way of stimulating their libido. Unsurprisingly, these products caused extreme sickness and led to many fatalities before people understood the true power of the substance.

Also in practice was electrotherapy, or shock therapy, which was used to treat multiple medical problems, including gout, muscle pain, rheumatism (arthritis), and liver problems. What was the complicated, medical and scientific explanation behind this? This so-called “technology” was about as intricate as trying to scare the hiccups out of someone by yelling “Boo!” Essentially, the hope was that applying electricity would shock the problem out of the patient.

GALLERY EXHIBIT Carroll Gallery at the Physick Estate Carriage House, 1048 Washington St.

quackery The Age of Questionable Medical Marvels

Step right up! See this exhibit of some of the so-called medical marvels of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many of these “curatives” were not just ineffective, they were downright dangerous. Learn about the societal and economic forces that unleashed these questionable treatments on the public, driven by hucksterism, false advertising and get-rich-quick schemes.

Open Daily through Oct. 29; See Calendar for Times FREE ADMISSION

The Carriage House is fully accessible

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Cape May MAC’s 11th Annual

LESSONS OF HISTORY

ALEXANDER HAMILTON: The Man, The Myth, The Musical Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023: 5pm Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave.

The life and legacy of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton -- from historic truth to musical interpretation, and the role he played in shaping New Jersey as we know it today.

Presented by Dr. Robert Watson, awardwinning author, professor, historian, and analyst who has contributed to The New York Times, NPR, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, the BBC, and more.

Tickets are limited. Advance reservations strongly recommended.

Adults $40

Students & Teachers FREE (please present your current ID at the door for complimentary admission)

DR. ROBERT WATSON

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org Lessons of History Team Myles Martel (chair), Jody Alessandrine, Tom Carroll, Vince DeGiamo, Joan Dempsey, David King, Mary McKenney, Mary Stewart, and Chris Traficante 13

AUTUMN IN CAPE MAY IS A

SHOPPERS’ PARADISE! Pick up some beautiful autumn decorations for your home or get a jump on holiday shopping at these four great shows!

Victorian Weekend

CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES SHOW Sunday, Oct. 8: 10am-4pm • Free Admission on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate 1048 Washington St. • FREE PARKING

CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES

BY THE SEA CANCELLED

on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate 1048 Washington St. • FREE PARKING

HALLOWEEN CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES SHOW Saturday, Oct. 28: 10am-3pm

on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate 1048 Washington St. • FREE PARKING

FALL CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES Saturday, Nov. 4: 10am-4pm

Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. For more call 609-884-5404 Admission: $2 information, adults; children (ages 3-12) free

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NOV. 3-5 • NOV. 10-12 Performances will take place at La Mer Beachfront Resort, 1317 Beach Ave.

The Other Consulting Detective

Sherlock Holmes has long claimed that he is the only man in his profession. But when his newest case brings visitors from across the pond seeking to solve the same mystery, will they learn to cooperate, or only compete?

SHERLOCK HOLMES WEEKEND EXPERIENCE

Full weekend package includes all performances and Saturday Search for Clues Tours. Includes light fare served Friday evening and lunch on Sunday.

150/person

$

Please check our website for details!

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday October 6, 7 & 8 Information/Tickets

10/6

10/7

10/8

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10pm-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

10am-9:30pm

9am-9:30pm

9am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/6

10/7

10/8

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 100-101

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Victorian Weekend Crafts & Collectibles Show -- page 14

10am-4pm

Cape May Wine Trail -- page 37

10:45am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9pm-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9pm-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

11am-3pm

11am-3pm

10/7

10/8

World War II Lookout Tower -- page 8

MORNING

10/6

Architectural Walking Tour -- page 25

9:30am, 11:30am 9:30am, 11:30am

Backstreets & Byways Tour -- page 27

9:45am

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

Underground Railroad Trolley Tour -- page 23

10am

Whales & Dolphins Weekend Cruise -- page 71

10am

Fisherman’s Wharf Tour -- page 49

10:15am

10am

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

11:15am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

10:30am, 11:45am

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

10:30am, 11:45am

11am, 11:45am

Where’s Waldo?

Victorians didn’t always trust doctors — especially when body snatching was such a common problem. High demand for cadavers in medical schools created an underground market for dead bodies. Eerily enough, some body snatchers didn’t even wait until their targets died.

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AFTERNOON

10/6

10/7

10/8

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm, 4pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm, 4:45pm

12:15pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

Victorian Weekend Historic House Tour -- page 65 Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm-4pm 1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm, 3:30pm

1pm, 2:15pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

1pm

1pm

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

2:45pm

1:30pm

1:30pm

Cape May Stage: The Garbologists -- page 99

EVENING

3pm

10/6

10/7

Lessons of History: Hamilton-The Man, the Myth, the Musical -- page 13

10/8 5pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

7:15pm, 8:15pm, 9:15pm

6:45pm, 7:45pm, 8:45pm

Phantoms of the Physick Estate -- page 79

7pm, 8:30pm

7pm, 8:30pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

6:45pm, 7:45pm, 8:45pm

7:15pm, 8:15pm, 9:15pm

Cape May Stage: The Garbologists -- page 99

7pm

7pm

East Lynne Theater Company: Love Letters -- page 97

8pm

8pm

7pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

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BENEATH A BLANKET OF STARS

Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb SATURDAY, OCT. 14 & MONDAY, NOV. 13: 7PM-9PM Cape May Point State Park, Lighthouse Avenue off Sunset Boulevard

Without the light of the moon, you see the stars shine! Climb the 199 steps to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse on evenings of the New Moon and the start of a new 29.5-day lunar cycle, when the moon is so dark it blends in with the night sky and is invisible to the naked eye. Stars and constellations are more visible on clear nights during the New Moon! Binoculars are permitted if securely worn around the neck at all times Purchase tickets at the Lighthouse the night of Climb.

20 adults, $10 children (ages 3-12) For more information, call Cape May MAC at (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org $

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Friday, October 6 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

Saturday, October 7 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page xx) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

West Cape May Lima Bean Festival- 9am-4pm, Backyard Park, 732 Broadway, West Cape May. Call 609-884-1005.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring- Ghost Walk, 8pm, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-8982300. (see page 91) Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

Sunday, October 8 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73)

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THE ROOTS of CAPE ISLAND TROLLEY TOUR

Tuesdays & Thursdays through Oct. 31: 1:30pm

All Trolley

The roots of Cape Island and the surrounding tours are area’s economy are in whaling and farming open-air and while new industries have evolved since then, that heritage is still celebrated today. This 45-minute tour tells you how whalers centuries ago eked out a dangerous but lucrative living near Town Bank and how the area’s rich farming heritage continues to be a source of tremendous community pride. Learn about the Union Bethel community in 1831 in which Black residents thrived and the diverse community that continues to contribute to the vibrancy of island life today.

Adults $20; Children (ages 3-12) $15 Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street where tour begins

For more information, call 609-884-5404 Sponsored by Cape May MAC

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UNDERGROUND RAILROAD TROLLEY TOUR Saturdays through Oct. 28: 10am

Climb aboard our trolley to learn about Cape May’s connection to the Underground Railroad. Hear how enslaved people in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia braved strong currents and stormy seas to free themselves, guided by the beacon of the Cape May Lighthouse. Hear why the legendary Harriet Tubman walked these streets before her freedom runs to the Eastern Shore. See the summer refuge of the formerly enslaved Stephen Smith, one of America’s wealthiest businessmen whose railroad cars ferried hundreds to freedom.

Board the trolley at the Washington Street Mall information booth at Ocean Street for this 1.5-hour tour. No rest rooms are available during this tour.

Adults $25; children (ages 3-12) $15

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org at Order tickets online.org ac m www.capemay This trolley tour has been accepted into the National Park Service’s Network to Freedom Network to Freedom is a program of the National Park Service to coordinate preservation and education efforts nationwide, and integrate local historical places, museums, and interpretive programs associated with the Underground Railroad into a mosaic of community, regional, and national stories.

Accessible trolley tours are available but must be pre-arranged at least 48 hours in advance. Please note that some portions of this tour are not accessible. Call 609-884-5404 (press 0) for reservations and further information.

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Monday & Tuesday October 9 & 10 Information/Tickets

10/9

10/10

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-8pm

11am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/9

10/10

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

MORNING

10/9

10/10

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

10am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

10/9

10/10

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11 Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:30pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

1pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105 Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour -- page 22

1:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

2:15pm

Voices from Beyond House Tour -- page 83

3pm

The Widow of Windsor

When Queen Victoria lost her husband Albert in 1861, the Queen went into immediate mourning, and wore black for the next 40 years until her death. During this extended mourning period, she generally lived in seclusion and didn’t attend public events, earning herself the nickname the “Widow of Windsor.” Ironically, Victoria disliked black at funerals, and ensured that the streets of London were decorated in purple and white when she died.

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10/9

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 100-101

10/10 5pm-8:30pm

Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour -- page 80

5:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

7pm, 8pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

7pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, October 9 & 10 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) MONDAY ONLY: Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

TUESDAY ONLY: Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

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ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOUR t online a rg s t e k ic t .o Order apemaymac www.c

Saturday & Sunday, Oct. 7 & 8: 9:30am & 11:30am

Starts at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street

See America’s only National Historic Landmark City up close on this one-hour walking tour that explores Cape May’s renowned Historic District on foot. Put on your comfortable shoes and stroll along the sidewalks of streets such as Hughes Street, Howard Street and Columbia Avenue, with a knowledgeable guide to show and tell what makes Victorian Cape May so interesting. See where Victorian gamblers won or lost their shirts, where the Great Fire of 1878 burned, and learn why front porches were so important to Victorian social life.

15 adults; $12 children (ages 3-12)

$

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org 25

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Wednesday & Thursday October 11 & 12 Information/Tickets

10/11

10/12

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

8:30am-7:30pm

11am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/11

10/12

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

MORNING

10/11

10/12

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

Natural Habitats Trolley Tour -- page 49

9am

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

10am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

10/11

10/12

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

1pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105 Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour -- page 22

1:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

2:15pm

Voices from Beyond House Tour -- page 83

3pm

were big advocates of spiritualism and believed in the afterLook Victorians life. Public events involving hypnosis, séances and fortune telling were occasions during the era, and it was big money for the people into my popular performing these acts. However, unsurprisingly many of these profeseyes sionals were simply good actors maximizing on people’s gullibility.

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10/11

10/12

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 100-101

5pm-8:30pm

5pm-8:30pm

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 78

6:15pm, 7:30pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 78

6:45pm, 8pm

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 81

6:15pm, 7:30pm

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 81

6:45pm, 8pm

Cape May Stage: The Garbologists -- page 99

7pm

7pm

East Lynne Theater Company: Love Letters -- page 97

8pm

8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, October 11 & 12 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

THURSDAY ONLY: Classic American Tales- 4pm, The Dormer House, 800 Columbia Ave. Call 609-8845898.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May.

Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91) Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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Backstreets & Byways City Tour

Fridays, Oct. 13, 20 & 27: 9:45am

Tour begins and ends at the Information Booth, Ocean Street at the Washington Street Mall This 90-minute breezy tour by electric cart departs from the Washington Street Mall and takes you off the beaten track along routes not usually traveled — Cape May’s “back streets and byways.” Discover the fascinating history of Cape Island, from its maritime and agricultural roots to its designation as a National Historic Landmark City, and more, from experienced guides with a professional driver. The cart will make two planned stops for photo opportunities. Tour returns to the Washington Street Mall. A minimum of 2 are required to run the tour.

$50 per person

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth.

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Order tickets onlin www.capemaymace at .org

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday October 13, 14 & 15 Information/Tickets

10/13

10/14

10/15

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10pm-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-9:30pm

9am-9:30pm

10am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/13

10/14

10/15

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 100-101

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10pm-8:30pm

10pm-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9pm-5pm

9am-5pm, 7pm-9pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9pm-5pm

9am-5pm, 7pm-9pm

9am-5pm

11am-3pm

11am-3pm

10/14

10/15

World War II Lookout Tower -- page 8

MORNING

10/13

Cape May’s Maritime Combo Tour -- page 30

9:30am

Cape May’s Maritime Trolley Tour -- page 57

9:30am

Backstreets & Byways Tour -- page 27

9:45am

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

Underground Railroad Trolley Tour -- page 23

10am

Whales & Dolphins Weekend Cruise -- page 71

10am

Fisherman’s Wharf Tour -- page 49

10:15am

10am

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

11:15am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

10:30am, 11:45am

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

10:30am, 11:45am

11am, 11:45am

AFTERNOON

10/13

10/14

10/15

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm, 4pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm, 4:45pm

12:15pm

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AFTERNOON

10/13

10/14

10/15

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm, 3:30pm

1pm, 2:15pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

1pm

1pm

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

2:45pm

1:30pm

1:30pm

Cape May Stage: The Garbologists -- page 99

3pm

EVENING

10/13

10/14

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

7:15pm, 8:15pm, 9:15pm

6:45pm, 7:45pm, 8:45pm

Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb -- page 21 Phantoms of the Physick Estate -- page 79

10/15

7pm-9pm 7pm, 8:30pm

Voices from Beyond House Tour -- page 83

7pm, 8:30pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

6:45pm, 7:45pm, 8:45pm

7:15pm, 8:15pm, 9:15pm

Cape May Stage: The Garbologists -- page 99

7pm

7pm

East Lynne Theater Company: Love Letters -- page 97

8pm

8pm

7pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday, October 13 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91) Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

Saturday, October 14 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring- Pumpkin Festival, 10am-4pm; Ghost Walk, 8pm, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Sunday, October 15 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159 Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) TEDx Cape May 2023- 1:30pm-6pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-425-1325.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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Cape May’s

Maritime COMBO TOUR Saturdays through Oct. 14-28: 9:30am

Order tick www.cape ets online at maymac.o rg

Whaling, wartime and wild weather. The remarkable maritime history of our seaside town has long defined the Cape May story. Board the trolley and rediscover the important places and natural phenomena that have shaped, literally and figuratively, the Cape May we know today. The trolley then stops at Fisherman’s Wharf for an up-close walking tour about Cape May’s commercial fishing industry on the docks at The Lobster House. Tour begins and ends at Washington Street Mall Information Booth. Tour is not accessible.

Adults $33, Children (ages 3-12) $25 Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

FREE FAMILY FUN!

Cape May MAC has a couple of ways to get the family together for some fresh air and FREE family fun while getting a taste of some of the town’s unique historical treasures!

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt

Have an adventure 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. Includes map and clues. Also available in Spanish.

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt

Confiscate the electronic devices and get the whole family together for a fun time!

Architecture is lots of fun, especially when you look at it from a kid’s perspective and set out in search of witches’ hats and fish scales. This 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). (Only one packet is needed per family). Co-sponsored by Cape May MAC and Preservation New Jersey.

Both activities are available daily FREE (donations accepted), at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth, the Hill House office or the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. (see Calendar for times)

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It’s getting hot in here!

Cape May MAC is embarking on a capital improvement project to install an HVAC system and fire suppression in the 1879 Physick House Museum. We’ve secured the planning and capital grants but now we need the matching funds. Your contribution to help us meet that match is greatly appreciated. Together, we will bring these plans through to fruition.

please donate here:

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Monday & Tuesday October 16 & 17 Information/Tickets

10/16

10/17

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-8pm

11am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/16

10/17

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

MORNING

10/16

10/17

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

10am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

10/16

10/17

1:30pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11 Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6 Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

1pm

Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour -- page 22

1:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

2:15pm

Voices from Beyond House Tour -- page 83

3pm

As well as mourning loved ones, there was another, more practical

50 reason, why so many Victorians wore a lot of black – it was all down to pollution. Industry was booming in the Victorian era, and as such shades pollution was rife – particularly in the cities – meaning that women wore light colors would find their dresses turn shades of grey, of black who and so opted for darker clothing.

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10/16

10/17

Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour -- page 80

5:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

7pm, 8pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

7pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, October 16 & 17 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

TUESDAY ONLY: Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) MONDAY ONLY: Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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CAPE MAY WINE TRAIL Friday, Oct. 6: 10:45am-5pm

Cape May County vineyards are producing delicious wines and here is your chance to enjoy them with round-trip transportation via Cape May MAC trolley. Board the trolley at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and travel to Pier House in Cape May for a delicious lunch. Then it’s back on board the trolley for an afternoon of touring and sampling wine selections by vintners at Jessie Creek Winery and Natali Vineyards. Guests will receive a tasting and souvenir glass at Jessie Creek Winery and an educational tasting with cheese and crackers at Natali Vineyards.

This event is for guests 21 and over.

Tickets $125

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Sponsored by Cape May MAC 37

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Wednesday & Thursday October 18 & 19 Information/Tickets

10/18

10/19

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

8:30am-7:30pm

11am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/18

10/19

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

MORNING

10/18

10/19

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

Natural Habitats Trolley Tour -- page 49

9am

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

10am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

10/18

10/19

Lunch & Learn: Storytelling and You -- page 51

12Noon

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

1pm

Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour -- page 22

1:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

2:15pm

Voices from Beyond House Tour -- page 83

3pm

Snack time

It was the Victorians who first invented afternoon tea. This was because the evening meal was eaten later than in previous periods and people found they needed a light meal in the late afternoon. The evening meal was eaten around 8 or even 9 p.m.

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EVENING

10/18

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 78

6:15pm, 7:30pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 78

6:45pm, 8pm

10/19

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 81

6:15pm, 7:30pm

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 81

6:45pm, 8pm

Cape May Stage: The Garbologists -- page 99

7pm

7pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, October 18 & 19 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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Tickets & Information WASHINGTON STREET MALL INFORMATION BOOTH

Located at the Ocean Street end of the Washington Street Mall, the Information Booth sells tickets for any of our tours and events and provides answers to any questions you might have about what to do in Cape May. The trolley stop for our tours is located across the street from the Information Booth.

CARRIAGE HOUSE VISITORS CENTER

Located in the 1876 Carriage House on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. You may purchase tickets here for any tours or events. Free parking is available on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate. The Carriage House is also home to the Carriage House Museum Shop, the Carroll Gallery and Vintage restaurant. The Carriage House is fully accessible.

HILL HOUSE OFFICE

Located on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Hill House is home to Cape May MAC’s business office. If you ordered advance tickets, you can pick them up here, as well as purchase tickets here for any tours or events. Hill House is open daily (Winter hours, closed on Sundays); check calendar for hours. Free parking is available on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate.

WHENEVER POSSIBLE, PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE IN ADVANCE. MANY OF OUR LIMITED TOURS AND EVENTS SELL OUT QUICKLY...DON’T GET LEFT OUT!!!

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday October 20, 21 & 22 Information/Tickets

10/20

10/21

10/22

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10pm-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-9:30pm

9am-9:30pm

10am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/20

10/21

10/22

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 100-101

5pm-8:30pm

CLOSED

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10pm-8:30pm

10pm-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9pm-5pm

8am-8pm

8am-6pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9pm-5pm

8am-8pm

8am-8pm

11am-3pm

11am-3pm

10/21

10/22

World War II Lookout Tower -- page 8

MORNING

10/20

Cape May’s Maritime Combo Tour -- page 30

9:30am

Cape May’s Maritime Trolley Tour -- page 57

9:30am

Backstreets & Byways Tour -- page 27

9:45am

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

Underground Railroad Trolley Tour -- page 23

10am

Whales & Dolphins Weekend Cruise -- page 71

10am

Fisherman’s Wharf Tour -- page 49

10:15am

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

11:15am

10am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

10:30am, 11:45am

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

10:30am, 11:45am

11am, 11:45am

Cape May’s Forgotten Sports History Trolley Tour -- page 43

11:30am

AFTERNOON

10/20

10/21

10/22

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm, 4pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm, 4:45pm

12:15pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

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AFTERNOON

10/20

10/21

10/22

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm, 3:30pm

1pm, 2:15pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

1pm

1pm

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

2:45pm

1:30pm

1:30pm

Cape May Stage: The Garbologists -- page 99

3pm

EVENING

10/20

10/21

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

7:15pm, 8:15pm, 9:15pm

6:45pm, 7:45pm, 8:45pm

Phantoms of the Physick Estate -- page 79

7pm, 8:30pm

7pm, 8:30pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

6:45pm, 7:45pm, 8:45pm

7:15pm, 8:15pm, 9:15pm

Cape May Stage: The Garbologists -- page 99

7pm

7pm

10/22

7pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday, October 20 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Walking Tour, (reservations required) 11am; Ghoul Spring Village, 5:30pm-8pm. 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Call 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Saturday, October 21 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Ghoul Spring Village, 5:30pm-8pm; Ghost Walk, (reservations requied) 8pm. 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Call 609-8982300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Sunday, October 22 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Halloween Parade- 3pm-4pm. Parade starts at Perry Street. Call 609-884-9565.

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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Monday & Tuesday October 23 & 24 Information/Tickets

10/23

10/24

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-8pm

11am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/23

10/24

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

MORNING

10/23

10/24

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

10am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Monday & Tuesday, October 23 & 24 Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) MONDAY ONLY: Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

TUESDAY ONLY: Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

Down the aisle

The accepted career for women in the Victorian era was marriage. To get ready for courtship and marriage a girl was groomed like a racehorse. In addition to being able to sing, play an instrument and speak a little French or Italian, the qualities a young Victorian gentlewoman needed were to be innocent, virtuous, biddable, dutiful and be ignorant of intellectual opinion.

Yeah, right.

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AFTERNOON

10/23

10/24

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6 Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

1pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105 Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour -- page 22

1:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

2:15pm

Voices from Beyond House Tour -- page 83

3pm

EVENING

10/23

10/24

Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion Combo Tour -- page 80

5:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

7pm, 8pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

7pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

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CAPE MAY’S

Forgotten Sports History All Trolley rides are open-air

TROLLEY TOUR

Saturday, Oct. 21: 11:30am

Starts at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street

Cape May’s history includes some fascinating stories about sports, such as baseball, tennis and golf, during the 19th and early 20th century. Take this 45-minute trolley tour around Cape May and see where audiences once cheered on their favorite players of yesteryear. Learn about the teams, ballfields, courts and greens that were a vibrant part of America’s First Seaside Resort.

Tickets $20

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Sponsored by Cape May MAC 43

City Guide Golf Cart Tour

An intimate new way to tour... perfect for small groups

Knowledgeable guides and a skilled driver will take your family or friends’ group of 2-4 people on a breezy, fascinating tour of Historic Cape May via golf cart. Travel safely with friends or family and still enjoy a unique Cape May experience! A minimum of two (2) business days’ notice required.

For details, email Susan Gibson, Group Tour Manager at sgibson@capemaymac.org or call her at 609-224-6030 44

The Marquis would love to accommodate hotel needs for your next event!

Contact Katie Reola kreola@marquiscapemay.com 609.884.3500 x 840 45

THE

ANTIQUE DOORKNOB Specializing in Architectural Antiques: Lighting, Mantels, Stained Glass & Original Restored Pieces

Open Year-Round 10:30-4:30; Sundays 11-4 600 Park Blvd., West Cape May • 609-884-6282

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OPEN DAILY 6:30 am-2 pm Take-out Available

Uncle Bill’s & Family Restaurant Est. 1962

Beach Avenue & Perry St., Cape May (609) 884-7199

www.unclebillspancakehouse.com

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RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Design Manufacture Install

Re-Hangs • Secure Storage Take-Downs • Repairs Recovers • Cleaning Serving South Jersey P.O. Box 400, Dennisville, NJ• 609-780-8200 mike@islandawnings.com

License #13VH04466400• www.islandawnings.com • Fully Insured

Bluewater Awnings DBA Island Awnings

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Natural Habitats TROLLEY TOUR Wednesdays, Oct. 11 & 18: 9am

Order tickets onlin www.capemaymace at .org

Cape May’s location along the Atlantic Flyway makes it a top destination worldwide for birders, especially during the migration seasons of spring and fall. This trolley tour, presented by a naturalist from New Jersey Audubon Society’s Nature Center of Cape May, drives past the most popular birding and nature “hot spots” in the Cape May region. Learn about Cape May’s natural areas and the top spots to return to for a birding walk to appreciate the region’s many resident and migratory birds.

90-minute tour begins and ends at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth.

Tickets: $25 adults $15 children (ages 3-12), active military & veterans Purchase tickets at the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or online at www.capemaymac.org. Call 609-884-5404 Tour co-sponsored by Cape May MAC and the Nature Center of Cape May

FISHERMAN’S Walking WHARF Tour Saturdays through Oct. 28: 10:15am

Order tickets onlin www.capemaymace at .org

Take this guided tour of Fisherman’s Wharf at the Lobster House Restaurant at Schellenger’s Landing and you’ll learn how your seafood gets from the sea to your table and discover how Cape May is a major commercial fishing port. Guests meet in front of the main entrance, next to the green awning at the Lobster House. The tour guide arrives by trolley to meet the tour. Comfortable shoes recommended. Get tickets online at capemaymac.org or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street. Tickets can also be purchased at the Lobster House from the guide by scanning a QR code with your phone.

15 Adults, $12 children (ages 3-12)

$

DISCOVER MORE OF OUR MARITIME HISTORY ON THE COMBO TOUR.. .PG. 30 Tour sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org 49

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Wednesday & Thursday October 25 & 26 Information/Tickets

10/25

10/26

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-7:30pm

11am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/25

10/26

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10am-8pm

10am-8pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

MORNING

10/25

10/26

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

10am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

10/25

10/26

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

1pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105 Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour -- page 22

1:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

2:15pm

Voices from Beyond House Tour -- page 83

3pm

Wednesday & Thursday, October 25 & 26 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

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Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

EVENING

10/25

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 78

6:15pm, 7:30pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 78

6:45pm, 8pm

10/26

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 81

6:15pm, 7:30pm

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 81

6:45pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

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LUNCH & LEARN VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS Lectures presented in person at Cape May Lutheran Church, 509 Pittsburgh Ave. and virtually via Zoom Programs begin at 12Noon Wednesday, Oct. 18: 12Noon

Storytelling and You Have you ever considered yourself a storyteller? Or do you wonder if you really have the skills to be one? Frank Garcia brings us an interactive event as he shares the basics of storytelling and helps us explore our own stories.

Wednesday, Nov. 1: 12Noon

The Mother of Thanksgiving Sarah Hale was a powerful and influential woman in the early 19th century. As we look towards Thanksgiving, Ben Ridings discusses Hale’s life and her work to champion the cause of making Thanksgiving a national holiday.

Wednesday, Nov. 15: 12Noon

Gilbert and Sullivan

Mal and Dottie Knapp bring us a presentation on the lives and works of Gilbert and Sullivan, with videos of songs from several of their best known operettas including HMS Pinafore, The Pirates of Penzance, and The Mikado.

For more information, call 609-884-5404 Advance registration required for Zoom participation at www.capemaymac.org Program sponsored by Cape May MAC 51

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday October 27, 28 & 29 Information/Tickets

10/27

10/28

10/29

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10pm-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-9:30pm

9am-9:30pm

10am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/27

10/28

10/28

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 100-111

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 12

10am-8:30pm

10am-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10pm-8:30pm

10pm-8:30pm

10am-5pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Halloween Crafts & Collectibles Show -- page 83

10am-3pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9pm-5pm

9pm-5pm, 7pm-9pm

9pm-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9pm-5pm

9pm-5pm, 7pm-9pm

9pm-5pm

World War II Lookout Tower -- page 8

MORNING

11am-3pm

10/27

10/28

Cape May’s Maritime Combo Tour -- page 30

9:30am

Cape May’s Maritime Trolley Tour -- page 57

9:30am

Backstreets & Byways Tour -- page 27

9:45am

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 105

10am

Underground Railroad Trolley Tour -- page 23

10/29

10am

Whales & Dolphins Weekend Cruise -- page 105

10am

Fisherman’s Wharf Tour -- page 49

10:15am

10am

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

11:15am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

10:30am, 11:45am

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

10:30am, 11:45am

11am, 11:45am

Visiting hours

If a lady was at home in the day she was expected to be properly dressed and prepared for visitors between the hours of 3pm and 5pm.

The time visitors could arrive was dependent on how familiar an acquaintance they were, with closer friends and family permitted to visit later in the day. It would have been seen as poor taste for anyone to arrive earlier than 3pm.

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AFTERNOON

10/27

10/28

10/29

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm, 4pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm, 4:45pm

12:15pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm, 2:15pm, 3:30pm

1pm, 2:15pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

1pm

1pm

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

2:45pm

1:30pm

1:30pm

EVENING

10/27

10/28

10/29

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

7:15pm, 8:15pm, 9:15pm

6:45pm, 7:45pm, 8:45pm

Phantoms of the Physick Estate -- page 79

7pm, 8:30pm

7pm, 8:30pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

6:45pm, 7:45pm, 8:45pm

7:15pm, 8:15pm, 9:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

Lighthouse Full Moon Climb -- page 66

7pm-9pm

7pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday, October 27 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, (reservations required) 11am. 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Call 609-898-2300. (see page 91) Movies in the Park- Ghostbusters, 7pm, 400 Lafayette St. Call 609-884-9565.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Saturday, October 28 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring- Ghost Walk, 8pm, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-8982300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Sunday, October 29 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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Monday & Tuesday October 30 & 31 Information/Tickets

10/30

10/31

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-8pm

11am-8pm

ALL DAY

10/30

10/31

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate -- page 77

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Dept. 56 Halloween Display -- page 82

10am-4pm

10am-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

MORNING

10/30

10/31

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

10/30

10/31

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11 Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6 Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

1:30pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm

12:15pm, 2:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour -- page 22

1:30pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

2:15pm

Voices from Beyond House Tour -- page 83

3pm

Busy hands

So many women’s activities of the mid and late 19th century served to show that they were middle class. Making artificial flowers was one of these. Both time-consuming and useless, making artificial flowers proved that your husband’s income made it possible for you to do no housework. Along with disabling clothing and countless crafts, flower-making was a visible sign of middle-class-ness. The conventions of the time made women almost literally prisoners in their parlors.

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EVENING

10/30

10/31

Trick or Treat at the Physick Estate -- page 82

5pm-7pm

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 82

7pm, 8pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

7pm, 8pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, October 30 & 31 nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) TUESDAY ONLY: Trick or Treat in Cape May- 5pm-8pm.

Call 609-884-9565.

MONDAY ONLY: Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

TUESDAY ONLY: Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91) Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

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Victorian Weekend • Oct. 6-9

Check out these great activities and help us celebrate our Victorian heritage while you enjoy the long Columbus Day Weekend in historic Cape May!

Architectural Walking Tour..................... 25 Backstreets & Byways City Tour...............27 Cape May Lighthouse...............................9 Cape May MAC’s Museum Shops.89, 111 Cape May’s Maritime Combo Tour.......30 Cape May’s Maritime Trolley Tour..........57 Cape May Stage.......................................99 Cape May Wine Trail.................................37 Carroll Gallery Exhibit...............................12 Combination Trolley/ Physick Estate Tours.............................10 Dept. 56 Halloween Exhibit................... 82 East Lynne Theater Company................. 97 Emlen Physick Estate...............................6-7 Fisherman’s Wharf Walking Tour...........49 Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour...........80

Historic District Trolley Tour....................10 Historic House Tour.................................65 Lessons of History: “Alexander Hamilton: The Man, the Myth, the Musical”........13 Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour...........11 Phantoms of the Physick Estate.............. 79 Scarecrow Alley at the Physick Estate..............................77 Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour................ 82 Underground Railroad Trolley Tour.......23 Victorian Weekend Crafts & Collectibles Show................... 14 Vintage at the Physick Estate........100-101 Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour.......11 World War II Lookout Tower.................... 8 55

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Wednesday & Thursday November 1 & 2 Information/Tickets

11/1

11/2

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

CLOSED

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-2pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/1

11/2

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

11/1

11/2

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/1

Lunch & Learn: The Mother of Thanksgiving -- page 51

12Noon

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

11/2 12:30pm, 1:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm 1pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, November 1 & 2 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

THURSDAY ONLY: Historic Cold Spring VillageGuided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-8982300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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regular crime committed in the Victorian era was the abduction of chilHands One dren for their clothes. Well-dressed youth would be captured, stripped, off my and left running home in their underwear. This was one of the reasons chaphat erones were often employed.

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CAPE MAY’S EARLY DAYS Since its earliest days, the lower part of Cape May County has been linked to the water. With the tumultuous Atlantic Ocean on one side, the Delaware Bay on the other and lush forest and field between it served its residents well.

Early Native Americans thrived, whalers found whales in the ocean and refuge in the bay. All worked the shores and tributaries for birds and shellfish. As the population grew, shipbuilding and coastal trade took on greater importance.

WHALING, WARTIME AND WILD WEATHER

Order tic www.capekets online at maymac.o rg

Cape May’s Maritime Trolley Tour Saturdays, October 14-28: 9:30am

The remarkable maritime history of our seaside town has long defined the Cape May story. Board the trolley and rediscover the important places and natural phenomena that have shaped, literally and figuratively, the Cape May we know today. Tour begins and ends at Washington Street Mall Information Booth.

20 adults, $15 children (ages 3-12)

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For more information, call Cape May MAC at (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

DISCOVER EVEN MORE ON THE COMBO TOUR...PG. 30

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OF NEW JERSEY 2023 Oct. 21-22

A Fall Weekend of Family Fun!

Visit New Jersey’s historic lighthouses and related museums during this weekend of fun and exploration and help raise funds for continued preservation, education and restoration.

SEE

Cape May Lighthouse will be open PG. 9 Saturday, Oct. 21: 8am-8pm & Sunday, Oct. 22: 8am-6pm Children ages 11 & under climb free with a paying adult!

Hours of operation & directions for other participating lighthouses can be found at

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s n o i t c a r t c t OAthtetrrAa and TOURS CAPE MAY BIRD OBSERVATORY For activities sponsored by NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory, stop by 701 East Lake Drive, Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 or visit njaudubon.org/ centers/cape-may-bird-observatory. See page 73.

EMLEN PHYSICK ESTATE Cape May’s only Victorian house museum. See Calendar for schedule. 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org. See page 6.

FORGOTTEN WARRIORS VIETNAM MUSEUM CAPE MAY HISTORIC ACCOMMODATIONS Call the hotline to check on current availability, 7 This museum at Cape May County Airport pays days a week, from 11am to 7pm. Call 609-884-0080 tribute to the sacrifices of our Korean and Vietnam War veterans. Call 609-374-2987. or visit capemaylodging.com. See page 94.

HARRIET TUBMAN MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY CAPE MAY FIREMEN’S MUSEUM Display of fire-fighting artifacts. Free. Washington A tribute to the famous abolitionist who helped fund her efforts during her time spent in Cape & Franklin Sts. May. Lafayette & Franklin Streets. Check website CAPE MAY-LEWES FERRY for hours. harriettubmanmuseum.org.

Take a break and forget about fighting traffic! Relax HEREFORD INLET LIGHTHOUSE on board the ferry. Call for details 800-643-3779 or Visit this charming 1874 Victorian Gothic 4th Order visit www.capemaylewesferry.com.

Lighthouse. Enjoy a peaceful walk in the gardens.

CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE Tour the lighthouse & gift shop. Nestled in quiet Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. Visit surroundings of old Anglesea Village. 609-600the Oil House Visitors Orientation Center & Mu- 1561 or visit herefordinletlighthouse.com. See seum Shop. Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State page 93.

Park. Call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org.

HISTORIC COLD SPRING VILLAGE See page 9.

Early American open-air living history museum.

CAPE MAY POINT STATE PARK 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Call 609-898Nature walks, slide shows, lectures, programs for 2300 or visit hcsv.org. See page 91. kids. All programs are free and fun for the whole MEMUCAN HUGHES family. 609-884-2159 or visit njparksandforests.

COLONIAL HOUSE MUSEUM org/parks/capemaypointstatepark.html.

653½ Washington St. (next to City Hall) Operated CAPE MAY STAGE by the Greater Cape May Historical Society.

Professional equity theatre in Cape May. Robert 1730colonialhouse@gmail.com or 609-884-9100 Shackleton Playhouse at Bank & Lafayette Streets. (email preferred) Capemayhistory.org.

609-884-1341 or visit capemaystage.org. See page 99.

NATURE CENTER OF CAPE MAY 1600 Delaware Ave. An environmental facility CAPE MAY WHALE WATCHER See dolphins, whales, and pelagic birds. Miss Chris for all ages. Workshops, field trips & seminars for Marina, 2nd & Wilson Drive. 609-884-5445 or visit adults and children. Learn about the diversity of animals and plants that are found along the harcapemaywhalewatcher.com. See page 105. bor. Call 609-898-8848 or visit njaudubon.org/ CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ARTS centers/nature-center-of-cape-may.See page 73.

Black history tours; art classes and supplies; and WCFA-FM, 101.5 community radio. 717 Franklin St., NAVAL AIR STATION WILDWOOD call 609-884-7525 or visit centerforcommunityarts.

AVIATION MUSEUM org.

Cape May County Airport. See dozens of airplanes, jets, helicopters - even an atomic bomb CHAMBER OF COMMERCE in a spectacular World War II hangar. Pet-friendly.

OF GREATER CAPE MAY For information about accommodations, restau- 609-886-8787 or visit usnasw.org. See page 91. rants and shops or for a copy of the Cape May Guidebook, call 609-884-5508 or visit capemaychamber.com.

WORLD WAR II LOOKOUT TOWER MUSEUM & MEMORIAL Climb the fully restored Fire Control Tower No. 23 and learn how the guns at Fort Miles were aimed EAST LYNNE THEATER COMPANY Equity professional theater at the historic First Pres- during World War II. Sunset Blvd. near Sunset byterian Church, Decatur and Hughes streets. Call Beach. Call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.

609-884-5898 or visit eastlynnetheater.org. See org. See page 8. page 97.

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Willow Creek Winery Your Your Destination Destination for for all all seasons seasons

Willow Creek Winery is open daily, year-round offering wine, charcuterie and full grill menu.

As the only vineyard on the island of Cape May our stunning estate, vines and gardens are the perfect backdrop to your Cape May day, any day of the year.

Scan for events, specials, live music schedule and updated hours.

Home of the famous Willow Whip Sangria Floats

168 Stevens Street | West Cape May | 609.770.8782 willowcreekwinery.com

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POST OFFICE SUNSET BEACH, CONCRETE SHIP WASHINGTON STREET MALL INFO BOOTH WORLD WAR II LOOKOUT TOWER

The Southern Mansion Cape Cape May's May's Most Most Unique Unique Boutique Boutique Hotel Hotel

Visit web our si fall s te for pec ials

Tours Daily 12 & 1pm $10 per person If you are looking for a couple's escape, elegant wedding site or a place for your corporate event, look no further than our opulent mansion.

Luxurious accommodations Gourmet breakfast

720 Washington Street | Cape May | 609.884.7171 southernmansion.com

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Explore Cape May! This guidebook features more than 90 stops— from iconic homes and hotels to notable historic sites— with photos and information included for each. Best of all, it’s small enough to fit in your bag, backpack or bike basket.

Happy trails!

Explore Cape May at your own pace! This informtion-packed, hardcover book is a comprehensive guide to America’s oldest seaside resort town, perfect for exploring on foot, bike or golf cart.

Explore Cape May is on sale at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at Cape May MAC’s Museum Shops at the Emlen Physick Estate and the Cape May Lighthouse.

Scan the QR code to shop online and find out more about our Museum Shops!

Visit us at shop.capemaymac.org to shop online!

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday November 3, 4 & 5 Information/Tickets

11/3

11/4

11/5

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10pm-5pm

10am-7:30pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-2pm, 5pm-8pm

11am-3pm, 5pm-8:30pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/3

11/4

11/5

SHERLOCK HOLMES WEEKEND -- page 19

Act I Package

Act II Package

Act III Package

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 100-101

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-7:30pm

10am-5pm

Fall Crafts & Collectibles Show -- page 14

MORNING

10am-4pm

11/3

11/4

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

11:45am

Mansions by the Sea Tour -- page 11

11/5

11:15am

AFTERNOON

11/3

11/4

11/5

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-3pm

12Noon-3pm

World War II Lookout Tower -- page 8 Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

12:30pm 12:30pm, 1:45pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

1pm

1pm

11/3

11/4

11/5

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

EVENING Voices From Beyond House Tour -- page 83

6pm

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 78

7pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 78 Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

12:30pm, 1:45pm

7:30pm 7pm, 8pm

8:30pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

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Friday, November 3 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91) Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Saturday, November 4 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Ghost Walk, 8pm, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Sunday, November 5 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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VICTORIAN WEEKEND

HISTORIC HOUSE TOUR

Visitors have the unique opportunity on this selfguided tour to go behind closed doors and see restored private homes, bed and breakfast inns and guesthouses. Tourgoers can meet the homeowners, managers or innkeepers, see unique furnishings and décor, and find inspiration for their own homes and hearths.

SATURDAY, OCT. 7 1PM-4PM online at Order ticketsaymac.org www.capem

Adults $30, Children $20 (ages 3-12) For more information, call 609-884-5404

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tour sponsored by Cape May MAC

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Monday & Tuesday November 6 & 7 Information/Tickets

11/6

11/7

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

CLOSED

CLOSED

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-2pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/6

11/7

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

11/6

11/7

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/6

11/7

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm

1pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, November 6 & 7 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

THE MAGIC OF MOONLIGHT AT THE CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE

Lighthouse Full Moon Climb SATURDAY, OCT. 28: 7PM-19PM Cape May Point State Park, Lighthouse Avenue off Sunset Boulevard

Follow the light of the full moon on these rare nighttime climbs up the 199 cast iron spiral staircase steps to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse. Enjoy a nighttime view nearly 156 feet above the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean. $20 adults, $10 children (ages 3-12).

Purchase tickets at the Lighthouse the night of climb.

For more information, call Cape May MAC at (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

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Wednesday & Thursday November 8 & 9 Information/Tickets

11/8

11/9

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-2pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/8

11/9

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

11/8

11/9

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/8

11/9

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

12Noon-4pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm 1pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, November 8 & 9 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

THURSDAY ONLY: Historic Cold Spring VillageGuided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-8982300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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Seeking life on Mars

Buttoned up as they were, Victorians believed that there was life on Mars. Giovanni Schiaparelli, an Italian astronomer, claimed that he had seen artificial waterways on Mars through his telescope. Apparently, these canals were evidence that extraterrestrial beings on the red planet were attempting either travel or commerce. These ideas were generally quite popular and taken seriously by the public, and surprisingly, people would leave money in their wills dedicated to attempts to make contract with extraterrestrial life.

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday November 10, 11 & 12 Information/Tickets

11/10

11/11

11/12

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

10pm-5pm

10am-7:30pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-2pm, 5pm-8pm

11am-3pm, 5pm-8:30pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/10

11/11

11/12

SHERLOCK HOLMES WEEKEND -- page 19

Act I Package

Act II Package

Act III Package

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 100-101

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-7:30pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

11/10

11/11

11/12

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/10

11/11

11/12

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-4pm

Mansions by the Sea Tour -- page 11

11:15am

World War II Lookout Tower -- page 8

12Noon-3pm

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

12:30pm 12:30pm, 1:45pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

1pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 105

1pm

1pm

1pm

11/10

11/11

11/12

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

EVENING Voices From Beyond House Tour -- page 83

6pm

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 78

7pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 78 Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 80

12:30pm, 1:45pm

7:30pm 7pm, 8pm

8:30pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

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Friday, November 10 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Saturday, November 11 NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Veterans’ Day Ceremony- 11am, Soldiers & Sailors Park, Gurney Street and Columbia Avenue. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73)

Sunday, November 12 nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

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Monday & Tuesday November 13 & 14 Information/Tickets

11/13

11/14

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

CLOSED

CLOSED

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-2pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/13

11/14

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

10am-5pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

11/13

11/14

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/13

11/14

1pm

1pm

EVENING

11/13

11/14

Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb -- page 21

7pm-9pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

7pm-9pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6 Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10 Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, November 13 & 14 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) MONDAY ONLY: Wee Play Program- 10:30am-12Noon, 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

In a time when one in four patients died after surgery, you were

lucky in Victorian times to have a good doctor with a clean Stay very operating theatre. There was no anesthesia, no painkillers for after, no electric equipment to reduce the duration of an operation. healthy and Victorian surgery wasn’t just creepy, it was outright horrific.

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Wednesday & Thursday November 15 & 16 Information/Tickets

11/15

11/16

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 39

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 39

CLOSED

CLOSED

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 39

11am-2pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/15

11/16

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 30

9am-5pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 89, 111

CLOSED

CLOSED

MORNING

11/15

11/16

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

11:45am

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/15

11/16

Lunch & Learn: Gilbert & Sullivan -- page 51

12Noon

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

1pm

1pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, November 15 & 16 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 91) Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

THURSDAY ONLY: Historic Cold Spring VillageGuided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-8982300. (see page 91)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 73) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 73) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Whales & Dolphins Weekend Cruise Saturdays & Sundays through Oct. 29: 10am

For the Weekender trying to maximize your Summer fun, now you can get our “Big Trip” with a not so big price! You get the “Around Cape Island” history and narrative, a dolphin watch and then we head offshore in search of Humpback, Finback, and Minke Whales. All this along with our complimentary continental breakfast of Danish, Coffee, Tea, and Juice. This trip delivers a lot at a more convenient time of day for families, kids, and couples on a tight weekend schedule. 2.5 hour trip; free parking at Miss Chris Marina.

45 adults, $25 children (ages 7-12)

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For tickets or information, call 609-884-5404

Co-sponsored by Cape May MAC & the Cape May Whale Watcher

TOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE CAPE MAY WHALE WATCHER

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For the “Light ” in your life...

If the Cape May Lighthouse is an important part of your life, now you can honor or remember that “Light” in your life or simply your own or your family’s love of the Lighthouse with an engraved brick, a permanent part of the repaved pathway leading up to the Lighthouse.

A limited number of these special, engraved bricks will be available.

Your purchase supports Cape May MAC’s ongoing preservation of the Cape May Lighthouse.

Starting at $200/brick Bricks may be purchased in person at the Cape May Lighthouse or at the Hill House Business Office at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

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2023 CAPE MAY FALL FESTIVAL

The Nature Place OCTOBER 20-22, 2023 Cape May Convention Hall

FREE!

HOURS: Fri: 11am-3pm Sat. 10am-5pm Sun. 10am-3pm

LIVE ANIMAL SHOW

FREE

Tote Bag for first 50 0 visitors each day!

Nature-themed Vendors and Silent Auction

www.njaudubon.org

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SEASALT RESTAURANT OFFERING THE FINEST BEACHFRONT EXPERIENCE IN CAPE MAY RELAX AND DINE WITH UNPARALLELED VIEWS AND EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.

609.884.7000 SEASALTCAPEMAY.COM 1035 BEACH AVENUE, CAPE MAY, NJ

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HALLOWEEN IN CAPE MAY CRAIG McMANUS MORE ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE

on the Ghosts of Cape May

“Our existence and a ghost’s existence can be much more entwined than we think—and we may never even realize it. The living and the dead move within the same space, but seldom collide. When I work as a Medium, I have to move my consciousness into the ghost realm, the plane where ghosts exist, in order to read their thoughts.”

Be sure to visit

SCARECROW ALLEY

on the grounds of the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. DAILY THROUGH OCT. 31 Dozens of scarecrows have taken up residence for Halloween fun... check them out and vote for your favorite!

Ballots are available in the Carroll Gallery in the Carriage House during hours of operation...check Calendar for times

FREE ADMISSION TO THE GROUNDS !

Tours & activities sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

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Historic Haunts

House Tour

OCTOBER: Wednesdays, 6:45pm & 8pm NOVEMBER: Saturdays, Nov. 4 & 11: 7:30pm

20 adults, 15 children (ages 3-12)

$

Visit the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate to learn about the Victorians’ fascination with spiritualism and today’s methods of “ghost hunting.” Purchase tickets at the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Historic Haunts

OCTOBER: Wednesdays, 6:15pm & 7:30pm NOVEMBER: Saturdays, Nov. 4 & 11: 7pm

Combo Tour

A double dose of ghosts!

Combine the Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour with a visit to the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate to learn about the Victorians’ fascination with spiritualism and today’s methods of “ghost hunting.” Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth where tour begins.

30 adults; $20 children (ages 3-12)

$

Tours & activities sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

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Phantoms OF THE PHYSICK ESTATE 1048 Washington St.

Oct. 10, 13, 21, 22, 27, 28: 7pm & 8:30pm

The rooms of the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate provide the perfect stage for this mystery!

The Dearly Departed...

You have received an invitation to a dinner party from a dear friend, but there’s one problem. The address on the invitation is a house that is known to be vacant. And haunted. Will you take the chance and attend, or will you always be curious about what might have happened? at s onlinec.org t e k c i t Order apemayma www.c

Adults $25, children (ages 3-12) $20

Limited attendance; advance reservations suggested

Tours & activities sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

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GHOSTS OF CAPE MAY Trolley Tour

Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday in October; Friday & Saturday in November: Check Calendar for Times

All tours depart from the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street where tickets are sold Do you believe in Cape May’s spirits? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured — on board a trolley with an experienced guide, you will begin to wonder what’s beyond as you hear tales of many hauntings unearthed in Cape May by famous psychic medium and Cape May ghostwriter – Craig McManus.

All Trolley tours are open-air Order tickets on e at www.capemaymlin ac.org

20 adults; $15 children (ages 3-12)

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Graveyard, Ghosts & Mansion COMBO TOUR

Hear the stories and experiences of ghost activity in the 1879 Physick House Museum from the tour guides who know them personally. Starts with a trolley ride to the historic Cold Spring Presbyterian Cemetery to see the graves of Dr. Emlen Physick and his family. At the graveyard you’ll hear EVPs (electronic voice phenomena) recorded by tour guides and staff at the estate. On your return trip to the Physick Estate hear about some unusual Victorian funereal customs. Then, Order tickets online at inside the Physick House you will visit several www.capemaymac.org rooms and hear several more EVPs while learning more about the activity observed there and Tuesdays, Oct. 10, 17 & 24: talk to staff about their experiences. Approx. two 5:30pm hours; tour begins and ends at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tickets $40

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tours & activities sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

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STRANGE VICTORIAN

OBSESSIONS HOUSE TOUR Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Thursdays: 6:45pm & 8pm

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

Victorians were fascinated with mystery and illusion and this tour through select rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum shares that fascination. Learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes, the Goddess of Mystery, Ionia, a Belgian beauty who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic, The Great Lafayette, who became known as the world’s greatest magician, and Pepper’s Ghost, an illusion still used today, with Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper and more.

Adults $20; Children (ages 3-12) $15

SPIRITS, ODDITIES & OBSESSIONS

Combo Tour

Thursdays: 6:15pm & 7:30pm

Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death, and were fascinated by mystery and illusion. Hear several Cape May ghost stories as you travel Cape May by trolley, along with strange stories from Victorian Cape May history that are macabre, mysterious or just plain weird. Then visit select rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum and learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes; Ionia, a Belgian beauty called the Goddess of Mystery, who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic; and many more famous Victorian masters and mistresses of illusion. Begins & ends at the Washington Street Mall Trolley Stop.

Tickets $30

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tours & activities sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

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SPIRITS &TROLLEY ODDITIES TOUR

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday through Oct. 31; See Calendar for Times

20 adults; 15 children (ages 3-12) $

$

Headless photography? Electric corsets?

Coffin torpedoes? You won’t believe some of the strange beliefs, oddities, fads and superstitions of the Victorians.

Hear stories on this trolley tour from Cape May’s history that bring to life the bizarre, the unexplained or the just plain weird.

Begins and ends at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth, where tickets are sold

TRICK OR TREAT On the Physick Estate grounds, 1048 Washington St. Bring the little ghosts and goblins to the Physick Estate, home of Cape May’s original haunted house, for some treats...and maybe a few tricks, too.

Spooky music, Scarecrow Alley, and maybe a few strange spirits hanging around the grounds!

FREE ADMISSION Tuesday, Oct. 31 5pm-7pm

HALLOWEEN EXHIBIT at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Daily through Oct. 31: 10am-4pm If you love our Dept. 56 Dickens Village at Christmas, come and see what we have for Halloween! It’s a witch’s brew of spooky houses, bizarre characters and bats, cats and pumpkins galore, all done in the exquisite miniature fashion which has made Dept. 56 so popular with collectors. Nearly 100 pieces and accessories will be on exhibit on the Physick House’s enclosed entrance porch.

FREE ADMISSION TO THE PORCH

Tours & activities sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

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HALLOWEEN CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES SHOW Saturday, Oct. 28: 10am-3pm Emlen Physick Estate 1048 Washington St.

Visit the Emlen Physick Estate for this open-air show featuring wares of local vendors and crafters. Explore our 12th annual Scarecrow Alley which decorates the grounds. Feel free to come in costume to celebrate this festive holiday!

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VOICES FROM BEYOND • HOUSE TOUR •

Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tuesdays & Thursdays in October: 3pm plus Saturday, Oct. 14: 7pm & 8:30pm

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

Experience the unusual in this new tour of the 1879 Emlen Physick House. You will hear actual spirit voices captured by Cape May MAC staff over the past 10 years and view historical photos of the Physick family and their staff alongside photos of apparitions seen inside the house. Learn about the equipment and tools used throughout history in paranormal research. Who could these voices belong to and what is keeping them tied to the Physick House Museum? Draw your own conclusions on this new and exciting paranormal tour.

Tickets $25 Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tours & activities sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

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The origins of trick or treat

In this country, trick-or-treating has been a Halloween tradition since the late 1920s. In Britain and Ireland, the tradition of going house-to-house collecting food at Halloween goes back at least as far as the 16th century, as had the tradition of people wearing costumes at Halloween. In 19th century Britain and Ireland, there are many accounts of people going house-to-house in costume at Halloween, reciting verses in exchange for food, and sometimes warning of misfortune if they were not welcomed. While going house-to-house in costume has remained popular among Scots and Irish, the custom of saying “trick or treat” has only recently become common. The activity is prevalent in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Puerto Rico, and northwestern and central Mexico.

The Legend of “Stingy Jack”

People have been making jack-o’-lanterns at Halloween for centuries. The practice originated from an Irish myth about a man nicknamed “Stingy Jack.” According to the story, Stingy Jack invited the Devil to have a drink with him. True to his name, Stingy Jack didn’t want to pay for his drink, so he convinced the Devil to turn himself into a coin that Jack could use to buy their drinks. Once the Devil did so, Jack decided to keep the money and put it into his pocket next to a silver cross, which prevented the Devil from changing back into his original form.

Jack eventually freed the Devil, under the condition that he would not bother Jack for one year and that, should Jack die, he would not claim his soul. The next year, Jack again tricked the Devil into climbing into a tree to pick a piece of fruit.

While he was up in the tree, Jack carved a sign of the cross into the tree’s bark so that the Devil could not come down until the Devil promised Jack not to bother him for ten more years.

Soon after, Jack died. As the legend goes, God would not allow such an unsavory figure into heaven. The Devil, upset by the trick Jack had played on him and keeping his word not to claim his soul, would not allow Jack into hell. He sent Jack off into the dark night with only a burning coal to light his way. Jack put the coal into a carved-out turnip and has been roaming the Earth with ever since. The Irish began to refer to this ghostly figure as “Jack of the Lantern,” and then, simply “Jack O’Lantern.”

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Tours & Attractions Cape May Bird Historic Cold Spring Observatory.......................73 Village...............................91 Cape May Whale Watcher.. 105 Mudhen Brewery.................. 87 City Guide Golf Cart Tours....44 Nature Center Cold Spring Brewery............ 33 of Cape May.......................73 “Explore Cape May” Nauti Spirits...........................85 Guide Book.......................63 Naval Air Station Ghost Capers.........................92 Wildwood.........................91 Group Tours of Cape May....44 Southern Mansion.................62 Hereford Inlet Lighthouse...93 Sunset Beach...............106, 120 Willow Creek Winery........ 3, 59

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Your guide to Cape May’s best activities, attractions, and events, plus a digital version of the area’s go-to guide book

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Architectural Accessories Shop items inspired by architectural and design elements found within the Physick House.

Bring a piece of our house home to yours with our line of silk neckwear, stationery, home décor and more.

Visit us at the Carriage House Museum Shop, 1048 Washington Street or capemaymac.org to shop online!

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A Celebration of Family & Love In America’s First Seaside Resort.

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Photo: Johnny Gee Photography

Available October 10, 2023

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VISIT: usnasw.org

(609) 886-8787

27th Anniversary

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SEPTEMBER 1-4 NAVAL WOMEN IN HISTORY AIR STATION REENACTOR WILDWOOD PRESENTATION SERIES AVIATION MUSEUM 500 Forrestal Rd. Cape May County Airport For full agenda, visit

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HISTORIC AIRCRAFT FLOWN IN FOR DISPLAY LIVE MUSIC • CLASSIC CARS FACE PAINTING • CARICATURES VENDORS • EXHIBITORS • FOOD & BEER AND LOTS MORE!

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GHOST CAPERS HAUNTED WALKING TOUR

Real Ghosts. Real History.

Step into the past with Cape May's most authentic haunted walking tour! Equal parts history and mystery, our tours uncover the love, heartbreak, glamour, scandal—and of course, death—hidden inside the historic homes and hotels of the nation's oldest seaside resort.

Book early—tours regularly sell out!

See current tour schedule at

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Hereford Inlet Lighthouse A Beacon Since 1874

A working lighthouse & museum • Self-Guided Tours • Picturesque Gardens • Special Events • Overlooking Scenic Hereford Inlet OPEN DAILY 9AM-5PM UNTIL OCTOBER 22

111 N. Central Ave. North Wildwood, NJ 609-600-1561 www.herefordinletlighthouse.com

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Services/Accommodations Cape May Contracting.......104 Cape May County MUA..... 103 Cape May Group Tours........44 Cape May Historic Accommodations............. 94 Cape May MAC App............ 86 Cape May MAC Membership............116-117 Cape May Presbyterian Church.............................. 95 Cape May Star & Wave........ 96 Carriage House Weddings & Parties......... 98 Coastline Realty.....................31

Coldwell Banker/ Sol Needles Real Estate... 48 Grand Hotel............................2 Island Awnings..................... 48 Jersey Cape Realty..........31, 46 LaMer Beachfront Resort..... 88 Marquis de Lafayette........... 45 Ocean 7................................. 16 Rhythm of the Sea.................32 South Jersey Electric Vehicles...............119 Southern Mansion................ 62 Steger Beach Services........104

Cape May Presbyterian Church You are welcome to worship with us any Sunday, in person, on Facebook Live, or on Youtube at your leisure

• 9 am Tradition Worship with organ, choir, and monthly bell choir.

• 11am Celebration Worship with our amazing jazz ensemble.

Don’t miss this month’s Jazz Vespers, with the Brian Betz Quartet, featuring Behn Gillece, in our acoustically and visually beautiful sanctuary. Oct. 22nd at 3 pm, for only a $10 donation.

Monday afternoons in October, our Bible Study group continues a study of the Gospel of Mark. Jump in any week at 4 pm, in person or on Zoom-- email us for the link.

Save the date for our Fall Festival: Nov. 11th from 9 am -2 pm. Come for crafts, jewelry, baked goods, lunch, and more!

You can find more info about our events and who we are on our website, Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube, or by sending us an email or giving us a call.

As always, we are praying for you, and wishing you a healthy fall!

500 Hughes St. • office@firstpresbycapemay.com • 609-884-3949 95

LIFE-SAVING BOAT ON DISPLAY AT THE

CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE

215 Lighthouse Ave. off Sunset Boulevard Cape May Point State Park SEE PG. 9 SEE CALENDAR FOR LIGHTHOUSE HOURS

This circa 1800s-1930s boat helps illuminate life saving history at the Jersey Shore and is an integral part of U.S. Life Saving Service & U.S. Coast Guard history. Come learn more on your next Lighthouse visit.

The boat is a restoration project of the Cape May Maritime and Educational Center and will be on long-term display here, in association with Cape May MAC 96

Dining/Entertainment 5 West Pub........................... 18 Cape May Stage..................99 Cold Spring Grange.............33 East Lynne Theater Company......................... 97 Harbor Square Theater....... 34 Harpoon’s............................ 34 Harry’s Ocean Bar & Grille. 45 LaMer Beachfront Resort.... 88 Mudhen Brewery.................87 Ocean 7................................ 16 Oyster Bay............................87

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Penns Woods Puppet Theater.......... 74-75 Rita’s..................................... 16 Sea Salt..................................76 Sunset Beach Grille...........106 TedX..................................... 92 Tisha’s.................................. 18 Uncle Bill’s Restaurant......... 47 Vintage...................... 100-101 Washington Commons.....109 Washington Street Mall....108 Willow Creek Winery.......3, 59

The Perfect Setting Make your special day truly memorable on the grounds of this historic Cape May landmark, the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate.

Intimate gatherings for

Weddings • Birthdays • Graduations Reunions • Anniversaries • Showers Children’s Parties Celebrate your special day in the festive Carriage House patio tent at the

Emlen Physick Estate

1048 Washington St., Cape May, NJ 08204

Contact us now for your 2023 or 2024 event!

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THREE GOOD REASONS FOR FALL DINING AT

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1. Delightful Setting & Free Parking Vintage is located at 1048 Washington St. on the grounds of the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, Cape May’s only Victorian house museum. It has plenty of free parking on premises, and the tent overlooking the beautiful gardens and grounds makes for an amazing dining experience.

2. 15% Off for Cape May MAC Members* Just show your Cape May MAC Membership card, and get 15% off. That’s a great reason to become a Cape May MAC Member, too! Memberships are available at the Carriage House Visitors Center or online at capemaymac.org/support/membership/ * Discount applies to membership cardholder only

3. Cape May Winery Wines Purchase a bottle of the perfect wine to complement your meal, with a wide variety available at the Carriage House Visitors Center.

For more information on Vintage, see page 101

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VINTAGEBYOB.COM Visit our website for current hours, menus, and reservations.

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Specialty Shops Antique Doorknob....................46 Beach Bling..................................15 Cape May Beach & Kite............ 102 Cape May Cigars & Wine............17 Cape May MAC Membership..................116-117 Cape May MAC Museum Shops...............89, 111 Cape May Olive Oil Co............. 110 Cape May Peanut Butter Co.... 110 Caroline Boutique.........................3 The Cheese Shop..................... 110 Cold Spring Brewery..................33 Evangelista Photography...........93 “Explore Cape May” Guide Book............................ 63

Great White Shark.......................15 “Magic of Cape May” Book.......90 Nauti Spirits................................ 85 Northeast Man..........................107 Red Door Gallery......................107 Sock Monkey Kids Shop...........107 Spice Cellar............................... 110 Sunset Beach ................... 106, 120 Sunset Liquors.............................47 Tree House Antiques..................17 Washington Commons............109 Washington Street Mall........... 108 Willow Creek Winery..............3, 59 Wingnutz.................................. 110

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Red Door Gallery

The go-to gallery for the best in local art and fine crafts on the Jersey Cape. Carrying unique, made-onthe-Cape Christmas ornaments, a perfect souvenir of your visit.

Sock Monkey Kids Shop

Kid-friendly and planet-friendly clothing toys and accessories for newborn to 7Y. www.sockmonkeykidsshop.com

The Shops of Woodland Village- Open Daily 10am-5pm Off the Garden State Parkway between Sea Isle and Avalon Blvds., just a short drive from any Cape May County shore town!

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Experience the Shops of the

Washington Street Mall of Cape May

Over 90 Unique Shops and Restaurants All Within Three Blocks WashingtonStreetMall.com 108 xx

Boutiques

Beach Bling etc.

Bella Cape May Surf Seaweeds by the Sea Islander

Ocean Lane

Food & Drink

Out There Coffee Mario’s Pizzeria Cione Gelato George’s Place Cape May Grilled Cheese Co. ICCARA Bistro

Baby Gifts & Clothing Arden’s Kids

Find us behind the horses & carriages at 315 Ocean St., Cape May YOUR TRIP IS NOT

complete

UNTIL YOU CROSS THE

street!

The Shoppes at Washington Commons has something for everyone Discover your new favorite shop! (and enjoy convenient parking, free for the first 30 minutes!)

Home Decor Seaglass Home

Photo Printshop Cape May Snaps

Pet Gifts & T reats Dog Days of Cape May

Crafts

Stitch by Stitch

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Fill your life with good things.

CAPE MAY’S HOT NEW CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE BOUTIQUE Cheese Boards • Charcuterie Boards CHOCuterie Boards & All Things Cheese CA

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304 Washington St. Cape May 609-305-4060 • www.capemaycheese.com

OH, NUTS....

Hot & Spicy... Sugar & Spice... and everything in between!

1298 Hornet Rd., Cape May Airport 609-435-5429 • www.wingnutz.net

EXOTIC SPICES FROM AROUND THE GLOBE Handcrafted, small-batch spices & seasonings 324 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May 609-898-4441 • www.spicecellar.net

FLAVOR-INFUSED OLIVE OIL & BALSAMIC VINEGAR Finest quality products for food lovers!

Oils • Balsamics • Spices • Dips • Mustards Bruschettas • Sauces • Gifts 324 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May 609-898-4441 • www.capemayoliveoilcompany.com

SPREAD THE LOVE! Sweet & savory treats inspired by the American classic NUT BUTTERS • JAMS • HONEY CANDY • COFFEE, TEA & COCOA Peanut Butter Dog Treats & Pet-Friendly Courtyard 516 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May 609-898-4444 • www.capemaypeanutbutterco.com 110

Historic Takeaways Historic gifts and souvenirs from some of your favorite historic sites around Cape May

e shop ory.

Visit us at capemaymac.org to shop online! Or visit us at our Museum Shops at the Lighthouse, WWII Lookout Tower and the Emlen Physick Estate

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GHOSTS

IN VICTORIAN CAPE MAY Cape May is reputedly one of America’s most haunted towns, and nowhere else is this reputation so well-earned as at the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, Cape May’s original haunted house. For years, Cape May MAC’s staffers had felt they were not alone in the house, but it was not until psychic medium Craig McManus began his investigations into the town’s paranormal activities that those who were not regular members of the Cape May MAC staff were identified.

McManus, who has written several books about Cape May’s hauntings and has documented spirit activity at dozens of the town’s quaint B&B inns and hotel properties, has spent a great deal of time at the Physick house and has identified several of its residents.

Most prominent among them is Dr. Physick’s Aunt Emilie, who has great energy and a vibrant smile, according to McManus.

“This is a ghost who knows everything that is going on in her home,” McManus wrote. He also explained that, after her death, Emilie had stayed on to watch over the house, which had fallen into disrepair before its restoration began in 1970.

Dr. Physick’s mother, Frances Ralston, is no longer in the house, according to McManus, but the strong presence she exerted in her lifetime is still felt as “residual energy,” especially in her bedroom on the second floor, the paranormal hot spot of the home.

Another resident is Isabelle, or Bella, Mrs. Ralston’s invalid younger sister who died in 1883, shortly after the family moved into the mansion.

Among the unique spir-

Among the its that McManus has reported are several of Dr. Physick’s unique spirits dogs. He encountered several in the house on his first visit, that McManus and one romping through the gardens on a later visit. has reported are Apparently, there is some disturbance when the dogs several of Dr. are about, because they were never allowed in the house Physick’s dogs. by Mrs. Ralston. Aunt Emilie,

however, had a softer spot for Dr. Physick’s canine companions, and prepared their dinners in the estate’s kitchen, and would let them in the house when Mrs. Ralston was absent.

The estate’s Carriage House also has its resident spirit, which has been heard by several of the Cape May MAC staff whose offices are on the building’s second floor.

McManus said this could be one of the servants, possibly a groomsman or driver.

One of Cape May MAC’s most popular ghost tours is Seance at the Physick Estate, where McManus leads a group of 25 people through the house to commune with its spirit residents.

“Cape May’s original haunted house never disappoints,” McManus wrote about a recent tour. “It was one of the best haunting experiences I have had in my career!

“There are very few real haunted mansions of this caliber that are open to the public,” he wrote in his book. “If you love the paranormal, this is a must visit!”

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR!

Christmas Tree

Lighting Ceremony Saturday, Nov. 18: 7pm Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Sponsored by

Visit the festively-decorated Physick Estate and watch as Santa arrives and flips the switch on the big tree!

Before the Tree Lighting, enjoy a free

ATLANTIC BRASS BAND

HOLIDAY CONCERT

STARTS AT 5:30PM The Atlantic Brass Band, under the baton of Salvatore Scarpa, presents a program of wonderful holiday favorites, the perfect opening of our Holiday Preview Weekend and annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Please bring a non-perishable food, paper or personal item to donate to the Cape May Community Food Closet Donations can be dropped in front of the outdoor stage.

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Christmas in Cape May Nov.17, 2023 – Jan. 1, 2024

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Evening Yuletide House Tours

Kick off the Holiday season at the Physick Estate on Nov. 18

A guided tour of the first floor of the Physick House Museum, decorated in authentic Victorian style.

Lamplighter Christmas Tours

Holiday Crafts & Collectibles Show

See inside a selection of Cape May’s properties, decked out for the holiday season!

Get started on your holiday shopping on Nov. 25 & 26

Holiday Inns Tours

Breakfast with Santa at Ocean 7

Tour three of Cape May’s festively decorated B&B inns

A visit with Santa for the little ones!

Physick Family Christmas House Tours

Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Rides

A living history tour of the Physick House Museum, decorated in authentic Victorian style

Listen to dramatic tales of Christmas past and Victorian ghosts, told by a member of the East Lynne Theater Company

Christmas Candlelight House Tours

Holiday Lights Trolley Rides

Dec. 2, 9 & 16: The jewel in the crown of the holiday season

A Dr. Physick Christmas

Join Dr. Physick on a first-person tour of his Victorian mansion

‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe

A trolley ride through the streets of Cape May lets you see the Christmas lights while you hear about the history of our Christmas traditions

All That Glitters Trolley Tour

Join Mrs. Brooks as she shops for the Physick family for the Holiday season

“An Old Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit

An interactive mystery for the holidays in the rooms of the Physick House

Feel like a kid again beneath the boughs of our giant Christmas tree

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TIC ORD KET ER SN OW !

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOURS

Saturdays, Dec. 2, 9 & 16 5:30-8:30pm The jewel in the crown of our holiday season, this walking tour takes you into more than a dozen beautifully decorated homes, B&B inns and churches. Included is the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, decked out in authentic Victorian style and the Estate’s 1876 Carriage House where you’ll enter a holiday wonderland and feel like a kid again when you see our extensive Dept. 56 Dickens Village collection beneath the boughs of our giant Christmas tree in our “Old Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit. A not-to-be-missed holiday experience for the whole family!

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There’s no better way to enjoy Cape May than as a Cape May MAC Member!

And remember, your support helps Cape May MAC with the preservation of all the things you love about Cape May! As a member of Cape May MAC, your membership dues directly supports our mission of promoting preservation, culture and the arts in Cape May. You also play a role in continuing our non-profit’s 50+ year history of interpreting Cape May’s heritage – from our inception by rescuing the Emlen Physick Estate from demolition, to developing Victorian era tourism, restoring the historic Cape May Lighthouse and World War II Lookout Tower, providing museum education, celebrating the arts by creating the Cape May Music Festival, and leading the way in expanding the region’s tourism season.

Becoming a Cape May MAC member, or renewing your existing membership, is a true investment in keeping this mission alive for generations to come. There is no better way to show your love and appreciation for Cape May’s past than to invest in its future.

And remember, your Membership is tax-deductible and brings with it free and discounted tours, discounts in our Museum Shops and Vintage BYOB, advance notice of upcoming events and more!

Your Membership Matters!

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Cape May MAC Membership

One size fits all!

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Has really gotten into ghosts, and there are plenty of “spirited” things to do at Cape May MAC’s historic sites.

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Thinks she should have been born in Victorian times!

What better place for her to visit than Cape May?

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Church/Synagogue Directory PLEASE CALL TO CONFIRM SERVICES BEADLE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 506 Cape Ave., Cape May Point, NJ; Summer worship: 10am • 609-898-0536 BETH JUDAH TEMPLE - Pacific & Spencer Aves., Wildwood - In-person, live stream & Zoom services.

Check calendar @ www.bethjudahtemple.org for inperson dates and times. • 609-522-7541 BOTTOMLINE CHURCH - at Utsch’s Marina, 1121 Rt. 109, Cape May. Services Sundays 8am, MarchDecember • 609-703-0448.

CALVARY CHAPEL CAPE MAY- 596 Seashore Rd., Erma. Services 8:30am & 10:30am Sunday, 7pm Wednesday CAPE COMMUNITY CHURCH- 1159 Rte. 9, Cape May Court House. Services 10:30am Sundays • 609465-2338.

CAPE MAY BEACH SUNDAY SCHOOL - Clubhouse Dr. & Elwood Rd., Town Bank- Non-demoninational worship Memorial Weekend through Labor Day. Sundays: 9:30am • 609-889-1498.

CAPE MAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH - Decatur & Hughes Sts., Cape May- 8:30am beach service; 11am jazz service. • 609-884-3949 CAPE ISLAND BAPTIST CHURCH - Columbia Ave. & Gurney St., Cape May- Sunday School: 9:15am; Worship: 10:30am; Bible Study, Tuesdays at 6:30pm • 609-884-3917 CAPE MAY LUTHERAN CHURCH - 509 Pittsburgh Avenue, Cape May- Sundays: 10am • 609-884-2181 CAPE MAY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - 635 Washington St. (next to City Hall)- Sundays: 10:30am; (also June-Labor Day, 8am at Cove Pavilion) • 609884-3792 COLD SPRING PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (OLD BRICK) - 780 Seashore Rd., Cold Spring- Sundays 10:30am ~ 609-884-4065

COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH - 123 Fishing Creek Rd., N. Cape May- Sunday School 9:15am • Worship 10:15am • 609-886-2448 EPISCOPAL CHURCH of the ADVENT - Franklin & Washington Sts., Cape May- Sundays: 8am & 10:30am. (10:30am service also online on YouTube, Cape May Advent channel) • 609-884-3065 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD - 1068 Seashore Rd., Cold Spring- Sundays: 10am • 609-884-2424 MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH - Lafayette & Franklin Sts., Cape May- Sundays: 11am • 609-884-3270 OUR LADY STAR of the SEA R.C. CHURCH - 525 Washington St., Cape May- Saturdays: 4pm, 5:30pm; Sundays: 7am, 8am, 9:30am (live-streamed), 11am, 6pm • 609-884-5312 SEASHORE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE - 446 Seashore Rd., Erma. Sundays: 8:45am & 11am. 609886-6196.

7th DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH - 1 West 4th Avenue, Mayville • 609-861-2020- Sabbath School: 9:30am Saturdays • Worship Service: 11am Saturdays; Prayer Meeting: 7:30pm Tuesdays SOCIETY OF FRIENDS - Seaville Monthly Meeting, 3088 South Shore Rd., Seaville. 10am. All welcome.

ST. PETER’S BY-THE-SEA EPISCOPAL CHURCH102 Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Sundays: 9am. • Call 609-898-4318.

TABERNACLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH702 Seashore Rd.-Erma, Cape May. Sunday worship 9:15am, Sunday School 10:30am. www.ermatabernacle.org.

UNION CHAPEL - Non-Denominational - 317 Cape Ave., Cape May Point- 856-785-2652 • Starting Thursday, Aug. 3, Services will be every Thursday at 7pm.

UU CONGREGATION OF THE SOUTH JERSEY SHORE- Sundays, 10am. Call 609-965-9400 for directions or visit www.uucsjs.org

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To all churches: If your denomination is not listed and you serve the visitors and residents of Cape May or would like to change your service times, please email jbarraclough@capemaymac.org

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